How to convert fathoms to poles
1 fathom is equal to 0.3636363636 poles, and 1 pole is equal to 2.75 fathoms. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:
poles = fathoms × 0.3636363636
poles = fathoms ÷ 2.75Example: convert 15 ftm to pole: 15 × 0.3636363636 = 5.454545455 pole.
Fathom to Pole conversion table
| Fathom (ftm) | Pole (pole) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 ftm | 0.003636363636 pole |
| 0.1 ftm | 0.03636363636 pole |
| 1 ftm | 0.3636363636 pole |
| 2 ftm | 0.7272727273 pole |
| 3 ftm | 1.090909091 pole |
| 5 ftm | 1.818181818 pole |
| 10 ftm | 3.636363636 pole |
| 20 ftm | 7.272727273 pole |
| 50 ftm | 18.18181818 pole |
| 100 ftm | 36.36363636 pole |
| 250 ftm | 90.90909091 pole |
| 500 ftm | 181.8181818 pole |
| 1,000 ftm | 363.6363636 pole |
About the fathom
The fathom is 6 feet (1.8288 m). It's used to measure the depth of water on nautical charts and fishing lines.
Symbol: ftm · 1 ftm = 1.8288 m · Category: Imperial & US customary
About the pole
The pole is another name for the rod or perch: 16.5 feet (5.0292 m). UK allotment gardens are still measured in square poles.
Symbol: pole · 1 pole = 5.0292 m · Category: Imperial & US customary