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Convert yards to chains

yards to chains. Enter a value to convert, or use the yards to chains chart further down the page.

1 yd = 0.0454545 ch

1 yard equals 0.0454545 chains. Going the other way, 1 chain = 22 yards.

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How to convert yards to chains

To convert yards to chains, multiply the yard value by 0.04545454545. You can also divide by 22 to get the same answer.

ch = yd × 0.04545454545

Worked example

Convert 15 yd to chains:

15 yd = 0.681818 ch

yards to chains conversion chart

Use this yards to chains table for quick reference without typing anything.

yards to chains conversion table
yards (yd)chains (ch)
0.01 yd0.000454545 ch
0.1 yd0.00454545 ch
1 yd0.0454545 ch
2 yd0.0909091 ch
3 yd0.136364 ch
5 yd0.227273 ch
10 yd0.454545 ch
20 yd0.909091 ch
50 yd2.27273 ch
100 yd4.54545 ch
1,000 yd45.4545 ch

What is a yard?

The yard is exactly 0.9144 meters, or 3 feet. It is used for fabric, landscaping and — most visibly — for measuring the field in American football.

What is a chain?

The chain (ch) is a unit of length equal to 20.1168 meters.

Frequently asked questions

How many chains are in a yard?

1 yards equals 0.0454545 chains. Going the other way, 1 chains is 22 yards.

How do you convert yards to chains?

To convert yards to chains, multiply the yard value by 0.04545454545. You can also divide by 22 to get the same answer.

What is 10 yards in chains?

10 yards equals 0.454545 chains. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.

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