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Convert Liters to US Gallons

Seamlessly convert values from Liters (L) to US Gallons (gal). Includes the exact formula, a quick reference table, and real-world context.

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Conversion Formula

US Gallons = Liters × 0.264201

Liters to US Gallons Conversion Table

Liters (L)US Gallons (gal)
1 L0.264201 gal
2 L0.528402 gal
5 L1.321 gal
10 L2.642 gal
15 L3.963 gal
20 L5.284 gal
25 L6.605 gal
50 L13.21 gal
100 L26.4201 gal
500 L132.1 gal

About Liters

The liter is a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters or 1 cubic decimeter. It is the standard unit for measuring liquids in most countries and is widely used in food and beverage packaging.

Real-World Examples

  • A standard water bottle holds 0.5 or 1 liter
  • An average bathtub holds 150 to 300 liters of water
  • Car engine displacement is measured in liters (e.g., a '2.0L engine')

💡 Did you know? One liter of water at 4°C weighs exactly 1 kilogram, creating a beautifully simple relationship between mass and volume in the metric system.

About US Gallons

The US gallon is an imperial unit of volume equal to 128 fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters. It is used primarily in the United States for fuel pricing, milk packaging, and large volume liquid measurements.

Real-World Examples

  • The average American uses about 80 to 100 gallons of water per day
  • A standard gas tank for a sedan holds 12 to 16 gallons
  • A residential swimming pool holds 15,000 to 30,000 gallons

💡 Did you know? The US gallon and the imperial (UK) gallon are different sizes. A US gallon is 3.785 liters, while an imperial gallon is 4.546 liters, making it about 20% larger.

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