Fathom

ftm

Nautical unit equal to 6 feet

About Fathom (ftm)

Traditionally equal to 6 feet (1.8288 meters), the fathom originated as the span of a sailor's outstretched arms and has been used for centuries to measure water depth. Nautical charts and depth soundings still reference fathoms in many maritime traditions, and Mark Twain's pen name came from the riverboat call 'mark twain' meaning two fathoms.

Category
Length
Symbol
ftm
Also known as
fathoms ftm
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CONVERT TO

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Fathom (ftm)?

Nautical unit equal to 6 feet

How many Meter (m) are in one Fathom (ftm)?

One Fathom (ftm) equals 1.8288 Meter (m).

How many Kilometer (km) are in one Fathom (ftm)?

One Fathom (ftm) equals 0.0018288 Kilometer (km).

How many Centimeter (cm) are in one Fathom (ftm)?

One Fathom (ftm) equals 182.88 Centimeter (cm).

How do I convert Fathom to Meter?

To convert Fathom to Meter, multiply the value by 1.8288 (1 ftm = 1.8288 m).