Convert nautical mile (international) to yard
Please provide values below to convert nautical mile (international) [NM] to yard [yd], or Convert yard to nautical mile (international).
How to Convert Nautical Mile (International) to Yard
1 NM = 2025.37182852143 yd
Example: convert 15 NM to yd:
15 NM = 15 × 2025.37182852143 yd = 30380.5774278215 yd
Nautical Mile (International) to Yard Conversion Table
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Nautical Mile (International)
The international nautical mile is a unit of length used in marine and air navigation, defined as exactly 1,852 meters.
History/Origin
Historically, a nautical mile was defined as one minute of arc of latitude. The international nautical mile was defined by the First International Extraordinary Hydrographic Conference in Monaco in 1929. The United States adopted it in 1954, and the United Kingdom in 1970.
Current Use
The nautical mile is used for maritime and aviation purposes worldwide.
Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.