Yards to Chains Converter
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Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Yards to the units of Chains.
- Enter the input Yards value in the text field.
- The calculator converts the given Yards into Chains in realtime β using the conversion formula, and displays under the Chains label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Chains value is re-calculated, just like that.
- You may copy the resulting Chains value using the Copy button.
- To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
- You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.
Calculation
Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.
Examples
1
Consider that a high-end golf course has a fairway measuring 450 yards.
Convert this distance from yards to Chains.
Answer:
Given:
The length in yards is:
Length(Yards) = 450
Formula:
The formula to convert length from yards to chains is:
Length(Chains) = Length(Yards) / 21.9999999899416
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Length(Yards) = 450 in the above formula.
Length(Chains) = 450 / 21.9999999899416
Length(Chains) = 20.4545
Final Answer:
Therefore, 450 yd is equal to 20.4545 ch.
The length is 20.4545 ch, in chains.
2
Consider that a luxury mansion has a backyard that extends 200 yards.
Convert this length from yards to Chains.
Answer:
Given:
The length in yards is:
Length(Yards) = 200
Formula:
The formula to convert length from yards to chains is:
Length(Chains) = Length(Yards) / 21.9999999899416
Substitution:
Substitute given weight Length(Yards) = 200 in the above formula.
Length(Chains) = 200 / 21.9999999899416
Length(Chains) = 9.0909
Final Answer:
Therefore, 200 yd is equal to 9.0909 ch.
The length is 9.0909 ch, in chains.
Yards to Chains Conversion Table
The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Yards to Chains.
| Yards (yd) | Chains (ch) |
|---|
|
| 0 yd | 0 ch |
| 1 yd | 0.04545454548 ch |
| 2 yd | 0.09090909095 ch |
| 3 yd | 0.1364 ch |
| 4 yd | 0.1818 ch |
| 5 yd | 0.2273 ch |
| 6 yd | 0.2727 ch |
| 7 yd | 0.3182 ch |
| 8 yd | 0.3636 ch |
| 9 yd | 0.4091 ch |
| 10 yd | 0.4545 ch |
| 20 yd | 0.9091 ch |
| 50 yd | 2.2727 ch |
| 100 yd | 4.5455 ch |
| 1000 yd | 45.4545 ch |
| 10000 yd | 454.5455 ch |
| 100000 yd | 4545.4545 ch |
Yards
A yard (symbol: yd) is a unit of length commonly used in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada. One yard is equal to 0.9144 meters.
The yard originated from various units used in medieval England. Its current definition is based on the international agreement of 1959, which standardized it to exactly 0.9144 meters.
Yards are often used to measure distances in sports fields, textiles, and land. Despite the global shift to the metric system, the yard remains in use in these countries.
Chains
A chain is a unit of length used primarily in land surveying and agriculture. One chain is equivalent to 66 feet or approximately 20.1168 meters.
The chain is defined as 66 feet, which is historically based on the length of a chain used in surveying practices and land measurement.
Chains are commonly used in land surveying for measuring distances, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom. The unit is useful for tasks such as plotting and dividing land and has historical significance in the development of surveying techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the formula for converting Yards to Chains in Length?
The formula to convert Yards to Chains in Length is:
Yards / 21.9999999899416
2. Is this tool free or paid?
This Length conversion tool, which converts Yards to Chains, is completely free to use.
3. How do I convert Length from Yards to Chains?
To convert Length from Yards to Chains, you can use the following formula:
Yards / 21.9999999899416
For example, if you have a value in Yards, you substitute that value in place of Yards in the above formula, and solve the mathematical expression to get the equivalent value in Chains.
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"examples": "<div class=\"example\">\n <div class=\"example_head\"><span class=\"example_n\">1</span>\n <h3 class=\"question\">Consider that a high-end golf course has a fairway measuring 450 yards.<br>Convert this distance from yards to Chains.</h3></div>\n <h4 class=\"answer\">Answer:</h4>\n <p><strong>Given:</strong></p>\n <p>The length in yards is:</p>\n <p class=\"step\"><span>Length<sub>(Yards)</sub></span> = 450</p>\n <p><strong>Formula:</strong></p>\n <p>The formula to convert length from yards to chains is:</p>\n <p class=\"formula step\"><span>Length<sub>(Chains)</sub></span> = <span>Length<sub>(Yards)</sub></span> / 21.9999999899416</p>\n <p><strong>Substitution:</strong></p>\n <p>Substitute given weight <strong>Length<sub>(Yards)</sub> = 450</strong> in the above formula.</p>\n <p class=\"step\"><span>Length<sub>(Chains)</sub></span> = <span>450</span> / 21.9999999899416</p>\n <p class=\"step\"><span>Length<sub>(Chains)</sub></span> = 20.4545</p>\n <p><strong>Final Answer:</strong></p>\n <p>Therefore, <strong>450 yd</strong> is equal to <strong>20.4545 ch</strong>.</p>\n <p>The length is <strong>20.4545 ch</strong>, in chains.</p>\n </div>\n <div class=\"example\">\n <div class=\"example_head\"><span class=\"example_n\">2</span>\n <h3 class=\"question\">Consider that a luxury mansion has a backyard that extends 200 yards.<br>Convert this length from yards to Chains.</h3></div>\n <h4 class=\"answer\">Answer:</h4>\n <p><strong>Given:</strong></p>\n <p>The length in yards is:</p>\n <p class=\"step\"><span>Length<sub>(Yards)</sub></span> = 200</p>\n <p><strong>Formula:</strong></p>\n <p>The formula to convert length from yards to chains is:</p>\n <p class=\"formula step\"><span>Length<sub>(Chains)</sub></span> = <span>Length<sub>(Yards)</sub></span> / 21.9999999899416</p>\n <p><strong>Substitution:</strong></p>\n <p>Substitute given weight <strong>Length<sub>(Yards)</sub> = 200</strong> in the above formula.</p>\n <p class=\"step\"><span>Length<sub>(Chains)</sub></span> = <span>200</span> / 21.9999999899416</p>\n <p class=\"step\"><span>Length<sub>(Chains)</sub></span> = 9.0909</p>\n <p><strong>Final Answer:</strong></p>\n <p>Therefore, <strong>200 yd</strong> is equal to <strong>9.0909 ch</strong>.</p>\n <p>The length is <strong>9.0909 ch</strong>, in chains.</p>\n </div>\n ",
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