Convert chain to caliber
Please provide values below to convert chain [ch] to caliber [cl], or Convert caliber to chain.
How to Convert Chain to Caliber
1 ch = 79200 cl
Example: convert 15 ch to cl:
15 ch = 15 × 79200 cl = 1188000 cl
Chain to Caliber Conversion Table
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Chain
A chain is a unit of length equal to 66 feet, or 22 yards.
History/Origin
The chain was developed by English surveyor Edmund Gunter in the early 17th century. It was designed to be a convenient length for surveying land.
Current Use
The chain is still used in some surveying applications and is the length of a cricket pitch.
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.