Convert 1.0 Fathom to Yards
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1.0 Fathom is equal to 2 Yards.
How to Convert 1.0 Fathom to Yards
To convert, start with the base conversion factor:
1 Fathom = 2 Yards
Now, we can multiply both sides by 1 to find the result for your value:
(1 × 1.0) fath = (2 × 1.0) yd
1 fath = 2 yd
1 fath = 2 yd
Conversion Factors
1 Fathom = 2 Yards
1 Yard = 0.5 Fathoms
Formula:
Yards = Fathoms × 2
Calculation:
1 fath × 2 = 2 yd
About the Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems, equal to 6 feet, or 1.8288 m. It is used for measuring the depth of water. For a more detailed history, read more on Wikipedia.