Meter to Chain Converter
Convert Meter (m) to Chain (ch) instantly. 1 m = 0.04971 ch.
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1 m = 0.04971 ch
Formula:
ch = m × 0.0497096954With your value: 1 m = 0.0497097 ch
How big is that?
Everyday references on a logarithmic scale, all expressed in meter so you can sanity-check the result.
Other Meter to Chain conversions
Meter to Chain Conversion Table
| Meter (m) | Chain (ch) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 0.024855 |
| 1 | 0.04971 |
| 2 | 0.099419 |
| 5 | 0.248548 |
| 10 | 0.497097 |
| 15 | 0.745645 |
| 20 | 0.994194 |
| 25 | 1.242742 |
| 50 | 2.485485 |
| 100 | 4.97097 |
| 250 | 12.427424 |
| 500 | 24.854848 |
| 1000 | 49.709695 |
Chain to Meter Conversion Table
| Chain (ch) | Meter (m) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 10.0584 |
| 1 | 20.1168 |
| 2 | 40.2336 |
| 5 | 100.584 |
| 10 | 201.168 |
| 15 | 301.752 |
| 20 | 402.336 |
| 25 | 502.92 |
| 50 | 1,005.84 |
| 100 | 2,011.68 |
| 250 | 5,029.2 |
| 500 | 10,058.4 |
| 1000 | 20,116.8 |
Where these values come from
Every factor on this page is traced to the document that defines it. See the full provenance dataset or our methodology.
Meter (m)
Length
The metre is defined by taking the speed of light in vacuum to be exactly 299 792 458 m/s, with the second defined by the caesium frequency.
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
Chain (ch)
Length
Traceable to the metre, defined by fixing the speed of light in vacuum at 299 792 458 m/s. Imperial lengths derive from the 1959 international yard (0.9144 m exactly).
Source: BIPM, The International System of Units (SI), 9th edition, 2019 (updated 2024)
Bureau International des Poids et Mesures · Reviewed 2026-07-01
How to Convert Meter to Chain
To convert from Meter (m) to Chain (ch), multiply the value by 0.0497096954.
Formula: ch = m × 0.0497096954
Reverse: m = ch × 20.1168
Step-by-Step Example
- Start with your value in Meter. For example: 5 m
- Multiply by the conversion factor: 5 x 0.0497096954
- The result is: 0.248548 ch
About Meter
The meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It was originally defined as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole.
Fun Fact: The meter was redefined in 1983 as the distance light travels in a vacuum in 1/299,792,458 of a second.
Common uses: construction, athletics, science.
About Chain
Gunter's chain equals 66 feet (20.1168 m) and underpins the US Public Land Survey System: 10 square chains make one acre.
Common uses: land surveying, cadastral records, cricket pitch length.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Chain are in 1 Meter?
There are exactly 0.0497096954 Chain in 1 Meter. This means the conversion factor from Meter to Chain is 0.0497096954.
What is the formula to convert Meter to Chain?
The formula to convert Meter to Chain is: ch = m × 0.0497096954. For example, to convert 10 Meter to Chain, you would multiply 10 by 0.0497096954.
What is a Meter?
The meter is the base unit of length in the International System of Units (SI). It was originally defined as one ten-millionth of the distance from the equator to the North Pole.
What is a Chain?
Gunter's chain equals 66 feet (20.1168 m) and underpins the US Public Land Survey System: 10 square chains make one acre.
What are the common uses of Meter?
The Meter is commonly used in construction, athletics, science.
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UnitConvertLab. (2026). Meter to Chain converter. UnitConvertLab. Retrieved from https://unitconvertlab.com/convert/meter-to-chain