Convert nautical mile (international) to rope
Please provide values below to convert nautical mile (international) [NM] to rope [rope], or Convert rope to nautical mile (international).
How to Convert Nautical Mile (International) to Rope
1 NM = 303.805774278215 rope
Example: convert 15 NM to rope:
15 NM = 15 × 303.805774278215 rope = 4557.08661417323 rope
Nautical Mile (International) to Rope 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.
Rope
A rope is an archaic unit of length, typically varying from 20 to 24 feet.
History/Origin
The length of a rope as a unit of measurement was not standardized and varied by location and trade.
Current Use
The rope as a unit of length is obsolete.