Converting from Rod (rd) to Fathom (ftm)

What is Rod (rd)

A rod (rd) is a unit of length equal to 5.5 yards or 16.5 feet.

What is Fathom (ftm)

A fathom (ftm) is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, commonly used to measure the depth of water.

Conversion Formulas

To convert from rods to fathoms, you can use the following formula:

Fathom (ftm)=Rod (rd)×2.75

To convert from fathoms to rods, you can use the following formula:

Rod (rd)=Fathom (ftm)×0.3636364

Examples

1. Convert 17 rods to fathoms:

Fathom (ftm)=17×2.75=46.75 ftm

2. Convert 9 fathoms to rods:

Rod (rd)=9×0.3636364=3.272727 rd

3. Convert 16 rods to fathoms:

Fathom (ftm)=16×2.75=44 ftm

Conclusion

Use this page to perform converting from Rod (rd) to Fathom (ftm) easily.