Chain to Fathom
1 Chain = 11 Fathom
Conversion Formula
To convert Chain to Fathom, multiply the value by 11.
Chain × 11 = Fathom
Quick Reference
| ch | fath |
|---|---|
| 1 | 11 |
| 5 | 55 |
| 10 | 110 |
| 25 | 275 |
| 50 | 550 |
| 100 | 1100 |
| 500 | 5500 |
| 1000 | 11000 |
What is Fathom?
The fathom (symbol: fath) is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems.
One fathom is equal to 6 feet or approximately 1.83 meters.
Common Uses
Fathoms are primarily used to measure the depth of water. Most marine charts use fathoms or meters to indicate depth soundings.
How many fathom are in a chain?
There are 11 fathom in 1 chain.