Smoots to Meters Converter
Convert quirky smoot measurements into precise metric meters for engineering tales or campus trivia.
Fun educational tool only—use standard SI units for formal engineering or surveying work.
Examples
- 1 smoot ⇒ 1.7018 meters
- 3.2 smoots ⇒ 5.446 meters
- 0.5 smoot ⇒ 0.8509 meters
FAQ
What is a smoot?
The smoot is an informal unit equal to 1.7018 meters, created during an MIT fraternity prank in 1958.
Why 1.7018 meters exactly?
It matches Oliver Smoot's height at the time of the bridge measurement, later adopted by Google Earth as an Easter egg unit.
How can I convert meters back to smoots?
Divide the meter value by 1.7018 or use our meters-to-smoots tool for a quick reverse conversion.
Additional Information
- The smoot famously measured the length of the Massachusetts Avenue Bridge at 364.4 smoots plus one ear.
- Multiplying smoots by 0.0017018 converts directly to kilometers, while multiplying by 5.5774 yields feet.
- Though lighthearted, smoots highlight how memorable units can make STEM outreach more engaging.