Convert yards to chains
yards to chains. Enter a value to convert, or use the yards to chains chart further down the page.
1 yard equals 0.0454545 chains. Going the other way, 1 chain = 22 yards.
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 (yd) | chains (ch) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 yd | 0.000454545 ch |
| 0.1 yd | 0.00454545 ch |
| 1 yd | 0.0454545 ch |
| 2 yd | 0.0909091 ch |
| 3 yd | 0.136364 ch |
| 5 yd | 0.227273 ch |
| 10 yd | 0.454545 ch |
| 20 yd | 0.909091 ch |
| 50 yd | 2.27273 ch |
| 100 yd | 4.54545 ch |
| 1,000 yd | 45.4545 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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