What is a length converter?

A length converter helps you convert between different units of length quickly and accurately.

How do I convert long reed to furlong?

Simply enter the value in the long reed input field, and the converter will show you the equivalent value in furlong instantly.

Is this length converter free to use?

Yes, this length converter is completely free and easy to use for all your conversion needs.

Can I switch between long reed and furlong easily?

Yes, there is a switch button provided to quickly swap the conversion direction between long reed and furlong.

How accurate are the conversion results?

The conversion results are calculated using precise formulas to ensure accuracy for most practical purposes.

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Long Reed

The long reed is an old English unit of length used primarily in measuring land, especially in agriculture and surveying. It is traditionally equal to 16.5 feet or 5.03 meters.

The long reed was used alongside other units like the rod, pole, and perch, often interchangeably, to measure distances and plot boundaries.

Key points:

1 long reed = 16.5 feet ≈ 5.03 meters
Used historically in land measurement and agriculture
Equivalent or similar to the rod, pole, or perch
Important in English customary measurement systems

Though obsolete now, the long reed is part of the rich history of traditional English measurement units.

Furlong

A furlong is a traditional unit of distance used primarily in agriculture and horse racing. It is equal to 220 yards, 660 feet, or 1/8 of a mile (approximately 201.168 meters).

The word "furlong" comes from the Old English words furh (furrow) and lang (long), originally referring to the length of a furrow in a 10-acre field. It was historically used in England to measure field lengths for plowing.

In modern times, the furlong is rarely used outside of horse racing, where race distances are still often given in furlongs, especially in the United Kingdom and the United States.

Conversions:

1 furlong = 660 feet
1 furlong = 220 yards
1 furlong ≈ 201.168 meters
8 furlongs = 1 mile

Although considered outdated for most uses, the furlong remains a culturally significant unit in some specific fields.

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