Convert fathom to rod
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to rod [rd], or Convert rod to fathom.
1 fath = 0.363636363636 rd. To convert fathom to rod, multiply the value by 0.363636363636; to go the other way, divide by it (1 rd = 2.75 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 = 0.363636363636 rd
- 1 rd = 2.75 fath
- 10 fath = 3.63636363636 rd
- 100 fath = 36.3636363636 rd
How to Convert Fathom to Rod
1 fath = 0.363636363636364 rd
Example: convert 15 fath to rd:
15 fath = 15 × 0.363636363636364 rd = 5.45454545454545 rd
Fathom to Rod Conversion Table
| fathom | rod |
|---|---|
| 1 fath | 0.363636363636 rd |
| 2 fath | 0.727272727273 rd |
| 3 fath | 1.09090909091 rd |
| 5 fath | 1.81818181818 rd |
| 10 fath | 3.63636363636 rd |
| 20 fath | 7.27272727273 rd |
| 50 fath | 18.1818181818 rd |
| 100 fath | 36.3636363636 rd |
| 500 fath | 181.818181818 rd |
| 1000 fath | 363.636363636 rd |
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.
Rod
A rod, also known as a perch or pole, is a unit of length equal to 16.5 feet, or 5.5 yards.
History/Origin
The rod has been used as a unit of measurement in England since at least the 13th century. It was a convenient length for measuring land.
Current Use
The rod is now an archaic unit of measurement, though it may still be encountered in old land deeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 fathom in rod?
1 fathom (fath) = 0.363636363636 rod (rd).
How do you convert fathom to rod?
Multiply the fathom value by 0.363636363636. For example, 25 fath × 0.363636363636 = 9.09090909091 rd.
What is 10 fathom in rod?
10 fath = 3.63636363636 rd.
Which unit is larger, the fathom or the rod?
The rod is the larger unit: 1 fath equals only 0.363636363636 rd.