Convert perch to chain
Please provide values below to convert perch [perch] to chain [ch], or Convert chain to perch.
How to Convert Perch to Chain
1 perch = 0.25 ch
Example: convert 15 perch to ch:
15 perch = 15 × 0.25 ch = 3.75 ch
Perch to Chain Conversion Table
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Perch
A perch is a unit of length equal to a rod, which is 16.5 feet.
History/Origin
The term "perch" has been used as a unit of measurement since medieval times and was often used interchangeably with "rod" and "pole."
Current Use
The perch is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.