Common Converters

Convert Chains to Meters

Use our accurate converter to change chains into meters. This tool is simple to use and works instantly.

How to Calculate

To change chains to meters, you just need to know the conversion factor.

Rule: 1 Chains = 20.1168 Meters

Chains to Meters
Pre-defined calculator for direct chains to meters conversion.
Chains (ch)
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Meters (m)
Formula: 1 Chains = 20.1168 Meters

Unit Information

About Chains

Definition: A chain is a unit for measuring land, equal to 66 feet.

History: It was standardized in the 1600s to help set clear property boundaries.

Where it is used: Still used sometimes in official land papers and for measuring farm fields.

Chains to Meters Conversion Table

Chains [ch]Meters [m]
0.01 ch0.201168 m
0.1 ch2.01168 m
1 ch20.1168 m
2 ch40.2336 m
3 ch60.3504 m
5 ch100.584 m
10 ch201.168 m
20 ch402.336 m
50 ch1,005.84 m
100 ch2,011.68 m
1000 ch20,116.8 m

How to Convert Chains to Meters

Calculation: To convert chains to meters, multiply the value by the conversion factor (20.1168).

Example: convert 15 ch to m:
15 ch = 15 × 20.1168 m = 301.752 m

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