The term 'Russian Measure' refers to three different units of measurement: verst (5 letters), fut (3 letters), and lof (3 letters). A verst is a unit of length equal to 1.067 kilometers, and was used in Russia until the early 20th century. A fut is a unit of volume equal to 40 liters, and was used in Russia until the 19th century. Finally, a lof is a unit of weight equal to 16.38 kilograms, and was used in Russia until the 18th century.