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"and 280 feet long" Is that an error?
by giarc 2y ago
"and 280 feet long"
Is that an error?
- xboxnolifes 2y agoDon't think so. The article emphasizes that it's nearly as long as a football field. So, if it's an error then it's with their source.
- knodi123 2y agoHuh. I usually push against the use of american-style weirdo units to describe things, but I guess one benefit is that if you specify multiple different units, you get automatic protection against typos!
- hnburnsy 2y agoYeah, I would not classify 78% of a football field (120 yards or 360 feet) as nearly.
- lsaferite 2y agoExtending a little understanding helps. Many people would think of this more in terms of the field of play which is 100yds (300ft). By that measurement it would be nearly a field length.
- a1o 2y agoThe website posted has the picture not corresponding to the actual load. Check the picture here: https://www.truckersnews.com/news/article/15677391/expect-delays-as-916000pound-super-load-moves-through-ohio https://www.truckersnews.com/news/article/15677391/expect-de... It appears to indeed be 280 feet long.