Furlongs to International Nautical Miles

Metric Conversions.

Nautical Miles to Furlongs (Swap units)

1fur = 0.10862nmi

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Furlongs to International Nautical Miles conversion formula

International Nautical Miles = Furlongs / 9.20621442

Furlongs to International Nautical Miles calculation

International Nautical Miles = Furlongs / 9.20621442

International Nautical Miles = 1 / 9.2062145689379

International Nautical Miles = 0.10862

What is a furlong?

A furlong is a unit of measurement commonly used in the imperial system, particularly in the United Kingdom and the United States. It is primarily used to measure distances, especially in horse racing and agriculture. One furlong is equivalent to 220 yards or 660 feet, which is approximately 201.168 meters.

The origin of the term "furlong" can be traced back to Old English, where "furh" meant "furrow" and "lang" meant "long." This reflects the historical use of furlongs in measuring the length of a furrow in agricultural fields. In horse racing, furlongs are used to measure the distance between the starting point and the finish line. A racecourse typically consists of multiple furlongs, with the most common distances being 5 furlongs (5/8 of a mile) and 10 furlongs (1 mile).

While the use of furlongs has declined in everyday life, it still holds significance in certain fields. For example, in the United Kingdom, road signs often display distances in miles and furlongs, particularly in rural areas. Additionally, furlongs are occasionally used in land surveying and in some sports, such as rowing and track cycling. Overall, the furlong remains an interesting and historical unit of measurement that continues to have relevance in specific contexts.

What is an international nautical mile?

An international nautical mile is a unit of measurement used in navigation and maritime activities. It is defined as exactly 1,852 meters or 1.15078 miles. The term "nautical" refers to its use in the context of sea travel, distinguishing it from the statute mile used on land.

The international nautical mile is based on the circumference of the Earth and is used primarily for measuring distances at sea. It is widely used by sailors, pilots, and navigators to calculate routes, determine positions, and estimate travel times. Due to its standardized length, it allows for accurate and consistent measurements across different regions and countries.

The international nautical mile is divided into smaller units called nautical miles, which are further divided into minutes and seconds. This subdivision allows for precise measurements and calculations in navigation. The use of nautical miles is particularly important in marine charts, GPS systems, and other navigational tools, as it provides a common reference point for sailors and mariners worldwide.

 

Furlongs to International Nautical Miles table

Starting value
Increment
Accuracy
Furlongs
International Nautical Miles
0fur
0.00000nmi
1fur
0.10862nmi
2fur
0.21724nmi
3fur
0.32587nmi
4fur
0.43449nmi
5fur
0.54311nmi
6fur
0.65173nmi
7fur
0.76036nmi
8fur
0.86898nmi
9fur
0.97760nmi
10fur
1.08622nmi
11fur
1.19485nmi
12fur
1.30347nmi
13fur
1.41209nmi
14fur
1.52071nmi
15fur
1.62933nmi
16fur
1.73796nmi
17fur
1.84658nmi
18fur
1.95520nmi
19fur
2.06382nmi
20fur
2.17245nmi
21fur
2.28107nmi
22fur
2.38969nmi
23fur
2.49831nmi
24fur
2.60693nmi
25fur
2.71556nmi
26fur
2.82418nmi
27fur
2.93280nmi
28fur
3.04142nmi
29fur
3.15005nmi
30fur
3.25867nmi
31fur
3.36729nmi
32fur
3.47591nmi
33fur
3.58454nmi
34fur
3.69316nmi
35fur
3.80178nmi
36fur
3.91040nmi
37fur
4.01902nmi
38fur
4.12765nmi
39fur
4.23627nmi
40fur
4.34489nmi
41fur
4.45351nmi
42fur
4.56214nmi
43fur
4.67076nmi
44fur
4.77938nmi
45fur
4.88800nmi
46fur
4.99662nmi
47fur
5.10525nmi
48fur
5.21387nmi
49fur
5.32249nmi
50fur
5.43111nmi
51fur
5.53974nmi
52fur
5.64836nmi
53fur
5.75698nmi
54fur
5.86560nmi
55fur
5.97423nmi
56fur
6.08285nmi
57fur
6.19147nmi
58fur
6.30009nmi
59fur
6.40871nmi
60fur
6.51734nmi
61fur
6.62596nmi
62fur
6.73458nmi
63fur
6.84320nmi
64fur
6.95183nmi
65fur
7.06045nmi
66fur
7.16907nmi
67fur
7.27769nmi
68fur
7.38631nmi
69fur
7.49494nmi
70fur
7.60356nmi
71fur
7.71218nmi
72fur
7.82080nmi
73fur
7.92943nmi
74fur
8.03805nmi
75fur
8.14667nmi
76fur
8.25529nmi
77fur
8.36392nmi
78fur
8.47254nmi
79fur
8.58116nmi
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