Convert 20000 Furlong to League: 20000 Furlong in League
This calculator allows you to convert from Furlong to League and in a reverse direction. To convert from Furlong to League, enter the amount of Furlong into the first input and to convert from League to Furlong, enter the amount of League into the second input.
Every 1 Furlong = 0.041666666666667 League
and so, 20000 Furlong = 20000 multiplied by 0.041666666666667 = 833.33333333334 League.
Furlong
What does furlong refer to?
A furlong is a measure of distance which equals one eighth of a mile. A good note is that furlong is used in both imperial and U.S. customary systems of measurement.
One furlong equals to 660 feet.
Historically, furlong was estimated be be equivalent to the roman stadium. It was also based on the length of an average plowed furrow .
League
What does league refer to?
League is the longest unit of length in the British Imperial system. League is no longer used although it was common in Europe and Latin America. It equals 5280 yards.
Throughout history, league had several values. Romans estimated league to be equal to 1,500 paces which is nearly 5 feet. later, league was also defined to be the distance a cannon shot could be fired at menacing ships offshore.