Convert liter to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert liter [L, l] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to liter.
1 L, l = 0.264172052358 gal (US). To convert liter to gallon (US), multiply the value by 0.264172052358; to go the other way, divide by it (1 gal (US) = 3.785411784 L, l). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 L, l = 0.264172052358 gal (US)
- 1 gal (US) = 3.785411784 L, l
- 10 L, l = 2.64172052358 gal (US)
- 100 L, l = 26.4172052358 gal (US)
How to Convert Liter to Gallon (Us)
1 L, l = 0.264172052358148 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 L, l to gal (US):
15 L, l = 15 × 0.264172052358148 gal (US) = 3.96258078537223 gal (US)
Liter to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
| liter | gallon (US) |
|---|---|
| 1 L, l | 0.264172052358 gal (US) |
| 2 L, l | 0.528344104716 gal (US) |
| 3 L, l | 0.792516157074 gal (US) |
| 5 L, l | 1.32086026179 gal (US) |
| 10 L, l | 2.64172052358 gal (US) |
| 20 L, l | 5.28344104716 gal (US) |
| 50 L, l | 13.2086026179 gal (US) |
| 100 L, l | 26.4172052358 gal (US) |
| 500 L, l | 132.086026179 gal (US) |
| 1000 L, l | 264.172052358 gal (US) |
Liter
The liter (L, l) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter, commonly used to measure liquids and other substances.
History/Origin
The liter was introduced in France in 1795 as part of the metric system, based on the cubic decimeter, and has since become a standard unit of volume worldwide.
Current Use
The liter is widely used in science, industry, and daily life for measuring liquids, beverages, and other fluids, especially in countries using the metric system.
Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 liter in gallon (US)?
1 liter (L, l) = 0.264172052358 gallon (US) (gal (US)).
How do you convert liter to gallon (US)?
Multiply the liter value by 0.264172052358. For example, 25 L, l × 0.264172052358 = 6.60430130895 gal (US).
What is 10 liter in gallon (US)?
10 L, l = 2.64172052358 gal (US).
Which unit is larger, the liter or the gallon (US)?
The gallon (US) is the larger unit: 1 L, l equals only 0.264172052358 gal (US).