Liters to Gallons Calculator

Convert between liters and gallons easily. Choose between US gallons and imperial gallons for accurate liquid measurements.

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Common Uses

• Fuel capacity measurements
• Cooking and baking
• Swimming pool volume
• Water consumption
• Industrial liquid storage
• Beverage packaging

Understanding Liters and Gallons

Liters and gallons are common units of volume used to measure liquids. A liter is a metric unit, widely used globally, while gallons are commonly used in countries like the United States and the United Kingdom. Understanding how to convert between these units is important for various applications, such as cooking, fuel measurement, and scientific calculations.

How to Convert Liters to Gallons

To convert liters to gallons, use the following formulas:

  • For US gallons: Multiply the number of liters by 0.26417.
  • For UK gallons: Multiply the number of liters by 0.21997.

Example: To convert 10 liters to US gallons: 10 × 0.26417 = 2.6417 gallons.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. How many gallons are in a liter?

There are approximately 0.26417 US gallons or 0.21997 UK gallons in one liter.

2. What is the difference between a US gallon and a UK gallon?

A US gallon is smaller than a UK gallon. One US gallon equals approximately 3.785 liters, while one UK gallon equals approximately 4.546 liters.

3. Why are there different types of gallons?

The difference in gallon measurements arises from historical variations in measurement systems used in the US and the UK. These systems evolved independently, resulting in slightly different values.

4. Is there a quick way to do the conversion?

Yes, you can use an online liters-to-gallons converter or remember the conversion factors: 0.26417 for US gallons and 0.21997 for UK gallons.

Conversion Information

• 1 Liter = 0.264172 US Gallons

• 1 Liter = 0.219969 Imperial Gallons

• 1 US Gallon = 3.78541 Liters

• 1 Imperial Gallon = 4.54609 Liters