Yards (yd)
Length · Imperial
Main conversion
1 yd = 0.9144 m (91.44 cm)
Description and history
The yard (symbol yd) equals 3 feet, or 36 inches and 0.9144 meters.
The Imperial system uses it for medium-distance land measurement, fencing and drainage layouts. It is also the unit of many golf courses and sports surfaces.
Reference conversions
| Unit | Equals |
|---|---|
| Meters (m) | 1 yd = 0.9144 m |
| Centimeters (cm) | 1 yd = 91.44 cm |
| Kilometers (km) | 1 yd = 0.0009144 km |
| Feet (ft) | 1 yd = 3 ft |
| Inches (in) | 1 yd = 36 in |
