Convert rod to caliber
Please provide values below to convert rod [rd] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to rod.
How to Convert Rod to Caliber
1 rd = 19800 cl
Example: convert 15 rd to cl:
15 rd = 15 × 19800 cl = 297000 cl
Rod to Caliber 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.
Caliber
Caliber is a unit of length used to describe the internal diameter of a firearm barrel, typically expressed in hundredths or thousandths of an inch.
History/Origin
The term "caliber" has been used for centuries to describe the size of cannons and firearms.
Current Use
Caliber is the standard unit for designating the bore of firearms in many countries, including the United States.