A fathom is six feet.
Fathoms to Rods Converter — ftm to rd
Convert Fathom (ftm) to Rod (rd) using the exact conversion factor (1 fathom = 0.3636363636 rod). See the formula, worked examples, and conversion table.
Fathoms to Rods converter
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Convert SI, imperial, US customary, astronomical, scientific, and historical length units.
Context values
Some unit families need one extra value for a physically accurate result.
A rod is 16.5 feet.
Result = input x 1.8288 / 5.0292.
Length uses the meter as the base unit.
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About Converting Fathoms to Rods
Fathom and Rod both measure length. Specifically: A fathom is six feet, and a rod is 16.5 feet.
Formula
rods = fathoms × 0.363636363636
This factor comes from each unit's defined relationship to the category's base unit: 1 fathom equals 1.8288 base units, and 1 rod equals 5.0292 base units, so dividing one by the other gives the direct fathom-to-rod factor of 0.363636363636.
Simple example
1 ftm × 0.3636363636 = 0.3636363636 rd
1 fathom = 0.3636363636 rods.
Real-world example
10 ftm × 0.3636363636 = 3.636363636 rd
10 fathoms = 3.636363636 rods.
Conversion table
| Fathom (ftm) | Rod (rd) |
|---|---|
| 1 ftm | 0.3636363636 rd |
| 5 ftm | 1.818181818 rd |
| 10 ftm | 3.636363636 rd |
| 21.0975 ftm | 7.671818182 rd |
| 42.195 ftm | 15.34363636 rd |
| 100 ftm | 36.36363636 rd |
Reverse conversion: Rod to Fathom
0.3636363636 rd × 2.75 = 0.9999999999 ftm
0.3636363636 rods = 0.9999999999 fathoms.
fathoms = rods × 2.75
For a page dedicated to this direction, see Rod to Fathom.
Understanding the Fathom (ftm)
A fathom is six feet.
Understanding the Rod (rd)
A rod is 16.5 feet.
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Frequently asked questions
How many rods are in 1 fathom?
1 fathom equals 0.3636363636 rods, using the exact defined conversion factor rather than an estimate.
How do I convert fathom to rod?
Multiply the fathom value by 0.3636363636. The converter above does this instantly to whatever precision you set.
How do I convert rod back to fathom?
Use the reverse factor: 1 rod equals 2.75 fathoms. You can also use the swap control in the converter above to flip the direction instantly.
What is a fathom?
Fathom (ftm) is a unit of length.
What is a rod?
Rod (rd) is a unit of length.
Is the fathom to rod conversion exact?
Yes. Both fathom and rod are defined by fixed standards rather than physical artifacts, so the factor of 0.3636363636 used above is exact to as many digits as you choose to display.