Convert Reed (reed) to Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)) instantly.
Reed to Furlong (US Survey) conversion
1 Reed (reed) = 0.013636336 Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)). To convert Reed to Furlong (US Survey), multiply the value by 0.013636336.
| Reed (reed) | Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.013636336 |
| 2 | 0.027272673 |
| 5 | 0.068181682 |
| 10 | 0.13636336 |
| 25 | 0.34090841 |
| 50 | 0.68181682 |
| 100 | 1.3636336 |
| 1000 | 13.636336 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Furlong (US Survey) are in one Reed?
One Reed (reed) equals 0.013636336 Furlong (US Survey) (fur (US)).
How do I convert Reed to Furlong (US Survey)?
To convert Reed to Furlong (US Survey), multiply the value by 0.013636336.
What is 10 Reed in Furlong (US Survey)?
10 Reed = 0.13636336 Furlong (US Survey).
About these units
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.
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.