How to convert fathoms to yards
1 fathom is equal to 2 yards, and 1 yard is equal to 0.5 fathoms. To convert, multiply by the conversion factor:
yards = fathoms × 2
yards = fathoms ÷ 0.5Example: convert 15 ftm to yd: 15 × 2 = 30 yd.
Fathom to Yard conversion table
| Fathom (ftm) | Yard (yd) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 ftm | 0.02 yd |
| 0.1 ftm | 0.2 yd |
| 1 ftm | 2 yd |
| 2 ftm | 4 yd |
| 3 ftm | 6 yd |
| 5 ftm | 10 yd |
| 10 ftm | 20 yd |
| 20 ftm | 40 yd |
| 50 ftm | 100 yd |
| 100 ftm | 200 yd |
| 250 ftm | 500 yd |
| 500 ftm | 1,000 yd |
| 1,000 ftm | 2,000 yd |
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 yard
The yard is exactly 0.9144 m, or 3 feet. It's used for sports fields, fabric and, in the UK, road distances on signs for short lengths.
Symbol: yd · 1 yd = 0.9144 m · Category: Imperial & US customary