Liters to Gallons
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How to Convert Liters to Gallons
To convert liters to US gallons, multiply by 0.264172. One liter equals 0.264172 US gallons — roughly a quarter of a gallon. This conversion is used when comparing international fuel prices, understanding the capacity of containers sold in metric countries, calculating aquarium volume (fish tank capacity is often given in gallons in the US but liters in metric countries), and interpreting water usage and conservation data.
Liters to Gallons Reference Chart
Common conversions: 1 L = 0.264 gal · 4 L = 1.057 gal · 10 L = 2.642 gal · 20 L = 5.283 gal · 50 L = 13.209 gal · 100 L = 26.417 gal · 200 L = 52.834 gal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many gallons are in a liter?
One liter equals 0.264172 US gallons. Since a liter is smaller than a gallon (one gallon = 3.785 liters), you get less than a third of a gallon per liter.
How many liters is 5 gallons?
5 US gallons × 3.78541 = 18.93 liters. A standard 5-gallon water jug (common for home/office water coolers) holds just under 19 liters. A 5-gallon bucket holds approximately 18.9 liters.
How many gallons is a 40-liter backpack?
40 liters ÷ 3.78541 = 10.57 gallons. Backpack volume is measured in liters everywhere, including in the US — a 40-liter pack is a standard weekend hiking pack. Despite the US using gallons for liquids, outdoor gear volume is universally expressed in liters.
How many liters is a gallon of milk?
One US gallon of milk = 3.785 liters. A half-gallon of milk (a common US carton size) = 1.893 liters. In countries that use metric packaging, milk is sold in 1-liter or 2-liter cartons — a 2-liter carton of milk is slightly more than half a US gallon.