Convert Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)) to Reed (reed) instantly.
Furlong (US Survey) to Reed conversion
1 Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)) = 73.33348 Reed (reed). To convert Furlong (US Survey) to Reed, multiply the value by 73.33348.
| Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)) | Reed (reed) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 73.33348 |
| 2 | 146.66696 |
| 5 | 366.6674 |
| 10 | 733.3348 |
| 25 | 1833.337 |
| 50 | 3666.674 |
| 100 | 7333.348 |
| 1000 | 73333.48 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Reed are in one Furlong (US Survey)?
One Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)) equals 73.33348 Reed (reed).
How do I convert Furlong (US Survey) to Reed?
To convert Furlong (US Survey) to Reed, multiply the value by 73.33348.
What is 10 Furlong (US Survey) in Reed?
10 Furlong (US Survey) = 733.3348 Reed.
About these units
Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US))
The US Survey Furlong is defined as 660 US Survey Feet (~201.168 meters), exactly 10 US survey chains. It was historically used in land measurement, agriculture, and railroads. Furlongs remain relevant for interpreting historical property layouts and land grants, particularly in rural and agricultural contexts. The unit's convenience derives from its direct relationship with the acre and chain, facilitating rapid calculation of large land areas. While the furlong is largely obsolete in modern measurement, it persists in legal and historical survey references, bridging imperial traditions and contemporary land-use documentation.
Reed (reed)
The reed is a smaller unit than the long reed, typically about 1 cubit, and was widely used in Mesopotamia, Egypt, and biblical times. It functioned as a standard measure for construction, religious architecture, and land surveys. Reeds were particularly useful in field work, where repetitive human-scale measurements could be performed quickly. They also served as a practical calibration tool for larger units like rods, chains, and long reeds. The reed is frequently mentioned in ancient texts, highlighting its role in the organization of public works, the construction of sacred buildings, and the measurement of land.