5280 feet equals approximately 1609.344 meters.
The conversion from feet to meters is done by multiplying the number of feet by 0.3048, because each foot contains exactly 0.3048 meters. For example, 5280 ft times 0.3048 gives 5280 × 0.3048 = 1609.344 meters, which is the precise measurement in meters.
Conversion Result
The conversion of 5280 ft to meters yields approximately 1609.344 meters.
Conversion Tool
Result in meters:
Conversion Formula
The formula for converting feet to meters is: meters = feet × 0.3048. This works because one foot equals exactly 0.3048 meters. To convert, you multiply the number of feet by 0.3048. For example, to convert 100 ft: 100 × 0.3048 = 30.48 meters.
Conversion Example
- Convert 100 ft to meters:
- Multiply 100 by 0.3048
- 100 × 0.3048 = 30.48 meters
- Result: 30.48 meters
- Convert 250 ft to meters:
- Multiply 250 by 0.3048
- 250 × 0.3048 = 76.2 meters
- Result: 76.2 meters
- Convert 600 ft to meters:
- Multiply 600 by 0.3048
- 600 × 0.3048 = 182.88 meters
- Result: 182.88 meters
- Convert 50 ft to meters:
- Multiply 50 by 0.3048
- 50 × 0.3048 = 15.24 meters
- Result: 15.24 meters
- Convert 1000 ft to meters:
- Multiply 1000 by 0.3048
- 1000 × 0.3048 = 304.8 meters
- Result: 304.8 meters
Conversion Chart
| Feet | Meters |
|---|---|
| 5255.0 | 1602.984 |
| 5256.0 | 1603.288 |
| 5257.0 | 1603.592 |
| 5258.0 | 1603.896 |
| 5259.0 | 1604.200 |
| 5260.0 | 1604.504 |
| 5261.0 | 1604.808 |
| 5262.0 | 1605.112 |
| 5263.0 | 1605.416 |
| 5264.0 | 1605.720 |
| 5265.0 | 1606.024 |
| 5266.0 | 1606.328 |
| 5267.0 | 1606.632 |
| 5268.0 | 1606.936 |
| 5269.0 | 1607.240 |
| 5270.0 | 1607.544 |
| 5271.0 | 1607.848 |
| 5272.0 | 1608.152 |
| 5273.0 | 1608.456 |
| 5274.0 | 1608.760 |
| 5275.0 | 1609.064 |
| 5276.0 | 1609.368 |
| 5277.0 | 1609.672 |
| 5278.0 | 1609.976 |
| 5279.0 | 1610.280 |
| 5280.0 | 1610.584 |
| 5281.0 | 1610.888 |
| 5282.0 | 1611.192 |
| 5283.0 | 1611.496 |
| 5284.0 | 1611.800 |
| 5285.0 | 1612.104 |
| 5286.0 | 1612.408 |
| 5287.0 | 1612.712 |
| 5288.0 | 1613.016 |
| 5289.0 | 1613.320 |
| 5290.0 | 1613.624 |
| 5291.0 | 1613.928 |
| 5292.0 | 1614.232 |
| 5293.0 | 1614.536 |
| 5294.0 | 1614.840 |
| 5295.0 | 1615.144 |
| 5296.0 | 1615.448 |
| 5297.0 | 1615.752 |
| 5298.0 | 1616.056 |
| 5299.0 | 1616.360 |
| 5300.0 | 1616.664 |
| 5301.0 | 1616.968 |
| 5302.0 | 1617.272 |
| 5303.0 | 1617.576 |
| 5304.0 | 1617.880 |
| 5305.0 | 1618.184 |
Use this chart to see how specific feet measurements convert to meters. Find your value in the first column and check the corresponding meters value.
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Conversion Definitions
ft
Foot (ft) is a unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 12 inches, used mainly in the United States. It measures distances, heights, and lengths, and is standardized as exactly 0.3048 meters for conversions between imperial and metric units.
meters
Meter (m) is the base unit of length in the International System of Units, defined as the distance light travels in vacuum in 1/299,792,458 seconds. It’s used worldwide to measure length, height, and distance in science, engineering, and everyday life.
Conversion FAQs
Why is 1 foot equal to 0.3048 meters?
This exact ratio was internationally agreed upon to standardize measurements, ensuring consistency across countries and industries. The 0.3048 meters per foot standard was adopted in 1959 by the international agreement to unify imperial and metric conversions.
Can I convert feet to meters using an online calculator?
Yes, many online converters are available which perform the calculation instantly. By entering the number of feet, these tools multiply your value by 0.3048 automatically, giving you the equivalent in meters without manual calculation.
Is the foot used in countries outside the US?
While the foot is primarily used in the United States, it is also employed in some other countries for specific industries like construction and aviation, but most countries use the metric system for general measurements. The foot’s conversion to meters remains constant globally.