Cord (80 cubic ft) to Cross Tie Conversion

Convert between Cord (80 cubic ft) and Cross Tie quickly and accurately.

From Cord (80 cubic ft)

cord

To Cross Tie

tie

How to Convert Cord (80 cubic ft) to Cross Tie

Conversion Formula

1 cord = 24 tie

1 tie = 0.042 cord

Example

Convert 15 cord to tie:

15 cord = 15 × 24 tie = 360 tie

Unit Information

Learn about the volume - lumber units you're converting between

Cord (80 cubic ft)

cord

Definition

A cord (80 cubic ft) is a unit of volume equal to 80 cubic feet, used as an alternative measurement for firewood and pulpwood. It provides a different standard for wood volume measurements.

History/Origin

The 80 cubic foot cord was developed as an alternative measurement for firewood and pulpwood, providing a different standard that is sometimes used in specific regions or for particular types of wood products.

Current Use

Cords (80 cubic ft) are used in some regions for measuring firewood and pulpwood volumes, providing an alternative standard for wood volume measurements in forestry and firewood sales.

Multiplier

2.265

Offset

Cross Tie

tie

Definition

A cross tie is a unit of volume representing the volume of a standard railroad cross tie. It is used for measuring railroad tie volumes in railway construction and maintenance.

History/Origin

The cross tie unit was developed for measuring volumes of railroad ties used in railway construction. It became a standard measurement for railroad infrastructure materials and maintenance.

Current Use

Cross ties are used in railway construction and maintenance for measuring volumes of railroad ties, providing standardized measurements for railway infrastructure materials and track maintenance.

Multiplier

0.094

Offset