How to convert us gallons to cubic meters
To convert a measurement in us gallons to cubic meters, multiply the value by 0.003785411784. The conversion factor comes from the relationship between both units and the liter.
For example, to convert 5 gal to cubic meters: 5 × 0.003785411784 = 0.01892705892 m³.
What is a us gallon?
A US gallon is a US customary unit of volume equal to 4 quarts, 128 fluid ounces, or exactly 3.785411784 liters. The US gallon is based on the old English wine gallon of 231 cubic inches. It is smaller than the imperial gallon used in the UK and Commonwealth, a frequent source of fuel-economy confusion.
Common uses of us gallons include: Fuel sold at the pump in the US; Milk, water, and beverage jug sizes; Paint and household liquid quantities; Vehicle fuel-economy figures (miles per gallon).
What is a cubic meter?
A cubic meter is the SI unit of volume, equal to the space of a cube one meter on each side, or 1,000 liters. The cubic meter is the coherent SI derived unit of volume. It is the standard unit for large volumes in construction, water supply, and gas metering, where it is often shortened to 'cube' in the trades.
Common uses of cubic meters include: Water and natural gas utility billing; Concrete, soil, and bulk material ordering; Shipping container and cargo volume; Room and building air volume (HVAC).
US Gallons to cubic meters worked examples
Here are some common values converted:
1 gal = 0.003785411784 m³ 5 gal = 0.01892705892 m³ 10 gal = 0.03785411784 m³ 50 gal = 0.1892705892 m³ 100 gal = 0.3785411784 m³
Frequently asked questions
How many cubic meters are in one us gallon?
One us gallon (gal) equals 0.003785411784 cubic meters (m³). Multiply any value in us gallons by 0.003785411784 to convert to cubic meters.
How do I convert us gallons to cubic meters?
Multiply the value in us gallons by 0.003785411784. For example, 5 gal × 0.003785411784 = 0.01892705892 m³.
How do I convert cubic meters to us gallons?
Multiply the value in cubic meters by 264.172052, or divide by 0.003785411784. Use the swap button on the converter above to reverse the direction.
Is the us gallon to cubic meter conversion exact?
Conversions between metric volumes are exact by definition. US and imperial volumes are defined exactly relative to the liter, so these factors are exact.
What is the formula for us gallons to cubic meters?
The formula is: m³ = gal × 0.003785411784. This comes from the definition of both units relative to the liter.