Convert rod to ken
Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to ken [ken], or Convert ken to rod.
How to Convert Rod to Ken
1 rd = 2.37410071942446 ken
Example: convert 15 rd to ken:
15 rd = 15 × 2.37410071942446 ken = 35.6115107913669 ken
Rod to Ken Conversion Table
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Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.
Ken
The ken is a traditional Japanese unit of length, equal to six Japanese feet (shaku). Its length has varied over time, but it is now standardized at 1.818 meters.
History/Origin
The ken was traditionally used in Japanese architecture and land measurement.
Current Use
The ken is still used in traditional Japanese carpentry and architecture.