Convert fathoms to yards
Fathoms to yards. Enter a value to convert, or use the fathoms to yards chart further down the page.
1 fathom equals 2 yards. Going the other way, 1 yard = 0.5 fathoms.
How to convert fathoms to yards
To convert fathoms to yards, multiply the fathom value by 2. You can also divide by 0.5 to get the same answer.
yd = ftm × 2
Worked example
Convert 15 ftm to yards:
15 ftm = 30 yd
fathoms to yards conversion chart
Use this fathoms to yards table for quick reference without typing anything.
| fathoms (ftm) | yards (yd) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 ftm | 0.02 yd |
| 0.1 ftm | 0.2 yd |
| 1 ftm | 2 yd |
| 2 ftm | 4 yd |
| 3 ftm | 6 yd |
| 5 ftm | 10 yd |
| 10 ftm | 20 yd |
| 20 ftm | 40 yd |
| 50 ftm | 100 yd |
| 100 ftm | 200 yd |
| 1,000 ftm | 2,000 yd |
What is a fathom?
The fathom (ftm) is a unit of length equal to 1.8288 meters.
What is a yard?
The yard is exactly 0.9144 meters, or 3 feet. It is used for fabric, landscaping and — most visibly — for measuring the field in American football.
Frequently asked questions
How many yards are in a fathom?
1 fathoms equals 2 yards. Going the other way, 1 yards is 0.5 fathoms.
How do you convert fathoms to yards?
To convert fathoms to yards, multiply the fathom value by 2. You can also divide by 0.5 to get the same answer.
What is 10 fathoms in yards?
10 fathoms equals 20 yards. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.
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