International Nautical Miles to Furlongs

Metric Conversions.

Furlongs to Nautical Miles (Swap units)

1nmi = 9.20621fur

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International Nautical Miles to Furlongs conversion formula

Furlongs = International Nautical Miles * 9.20621457

International Nautical Miles to Furlongs calculation

Furlongs = International Nautical Miles * 9.20621457

Furlongs = 1 * 9.2062145689379

Furlongs = 9.20621

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.

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.

 

International Nautical Miles to Furlongs table

Starting value
Increment
Accuracy
International Nautical Miles
Furlongs
0nmi
0.00000fur
1nmi
9.20621fur
2nmi
18.41243fur
3nmi
27.61864fur
4nmi
36.82486fur
5nmi
46.03107fur
6nmi
55.23729fur
7nmi
64.44350fur
8nmi
73.64972fur
9nmi
82.85593fur
10nmi
92.06215fur
11nmi
101.26836fur
12nmi
110.47457fur
13nmi
119.68079fur
14nmi
128.88700fur
15nmi
138.09322fur
16nmi
147.29943fur
17nmi
156.50565fur
18nmi
165.71186fur
19nmi
174.91808fur
20nmi
184.12429fur
21nmi
193.33051fur
22nmi
202.53672fur
23nmi
211.74294fur
24nmi
220.94915fur
25nmi
230.15536fur
26nmi
239.36158fur
27nmi
248.56779fur
28nmi
257.77401fur
29nmi
266.98022fur
30nmi
276.18644fur
31nmi
285.39265fur
32nmi
294.59887fur
33nmi
303.80508fur
34nmi
313.01130fur
35nmi
322.21751fur
36nmi
331.42372fur
37nmi
340.62994fur
38nmi
349.83615fur
39nmi
359.04237fur
40nmi
368.24858fur
41nmi
377.45480fur
42nmi
386.66101fur
43nmi
395.86723fur
44nmi
405.07344fur
45nmi
414.27966fur
46nmi
423.48587fur
47nmi
432.69208fur
48nmi
441.89830fur
49nmi
451.10451fur
50nmi
460.31073fur
51nmi
469.51694fur
52nmi
478.72316fur
53nmi
487.92937fur
54nmi
497.13559fur
55nmi
506.34180fur
56nmi
515.54802fur
57nmi
524.75423fur
58nmi
533.96044fur
59nmi
543.16666fur
60nmi
552.37287fur
61nmi
561.57909fur
62nmi
570.78530fur
63nmi
579.99152fur
64nmi
589.19773fur
65nmi
598.40395fur
66nmi
607.61016fur
67nmi
616.81638fur
68nmi
626.02259fur
69nmi
635.22881fur
70nmi
644.43502fur
71nmi
653.64123fur
72nmi
662.84745fur
73nmi
672.05366fur
74nmi
681.25988fur
75nmi
690.46609fur
76nmi
699.67231fur
77nmi
708.87852fur
78nmi
718.08474fur
79nmi
727.29095fur
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