What is 1 famn to chain (US survey) [ch]?
The converted value is:1 famn = 0.088483080808083 chain (US survey) [ch]
Keep reading to learn how to Convert 1 famn to chain (US survey) [ch].
What is a Famn?
A famn (Swedish fathom) measured 3 aln (1.781 m). Used for nautical depth sounding in the Baltic, it represented a man's outstretched arms. The term survives in Swedish maritime museums.
What is a US Survey Chain?
The US survey chain (∼20.1168 m) used the US survey foot. This measurement was key in the rectangular survey system that mapped the American frontier.
How to Convert 1 famn to chain (US survey) [ch]
Use this conversion formula:
output = input × 0.0884830808081 + (0)
1 famn = 0.0884830808081 chain (US survey) [ch]
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