Furlong

fur

The furlong has deep historical roots in English measurement systems. While it remains the official unit for horse racing track distances, it has largely disappeared from general use.

Schnellkonverter

1 fur = cm

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Furlong (fur)

The furlong has deep historical roots in English measurement systems. While it remains the official unit for horse racing track distances, it has largely disappeared from general use.

Characteristics

  • Imperial system unit
  • 1 furlong = 220 yards
  • 1 furlong = 1/8 mile
  • 1 furlong = 201.168 meters
  • Still used: horse racing (famous example: Kentucky Derby at 10 furlongs)

Conversions

  • 1 fur = 220 yards
  • 1 fur = 1/8 mile
  • 1 fur = 201.168 m
  • 1 fur = 660 feet
  • 1 fur = 0.125 miles
  • 8 fur = 1 mile

Verwandte Einheiten

Verwendet in Regionen

UK Horse Racing Historical
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