Convert fathom to nautical mile (international)
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to nautical mile (international) [NM], or Convert nautical mile (international) to fathom.
1 fath = 0.00098747300216 NM. To convert fathom to nautical mile (international), multiply the value by 0.00098747300216; to go the other way, divide by it (1 NM = 1012.68591426 fath). Both units measure length and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 fath = 0.00098747300216 NM
- 1 NM = 1012.68591426 fath
- 10 fath = 0.0098747300216 NM
- 100 fath = 0.098747300216 NM
How to Convert Fathom to Nautical Mile (International)
1 fath = 0.000987473002159827 NM
Example: convert 15 fath to NM:
15 fath = 15 × 0.000987473002159827 NM = 0.0148120950323974 NM
Fathom to Nautical Mile (International) Conversion Table
| fathom | nautical mile (international) |
|---|---|
| 1 fath | 0.00098747300216 NM |
| 2 fath | 0.00197494600432 NM |
| 3 fath | 0.00296241900648 NM |
| 5 fath | 0.0049373650108 NM |
| 10 fath | 0.0098747300216 NM |
| 20 fath | 0.0197494600432 NM |
| 50 fath | 0.049373650108 NM |
| 100 fath | 0.098747300216 NM |
| 500 fath | 0.49373650108 NM |
| 1000 fath | 0.98747300216 NM |
Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom in nautical mile (international)?
1 fathom (fath) = 0.00098747300216 nautical mile (international) (NM).
How do you convert fathom to nautical mile (international)?
Multiply the fathom value by 0.00098747300216. For example, 25 fath × 0.00098747300216 = 0.024686825054 NM.
What is 10 fathom in nautical mile (international)?
10 fath = 0.0098747300216 NM.
Which unit is larger, the fathom or the nautical mile (international)?
The nautical mile (international) is the larger unit: 1 fath equals only 0.00098747300216 NM.