Gallon to Liter Converter
Convert gallons (gal) to liters (L) instantly and accurately
Common Volume Conversions
About Gallon to Liter Conversion
Converting from gallons to liters (gal to L) is useful for international travel and understanding product volumes. Gallons are primarily used in the United States for measuring liquids, while liters are the standard unit of volume in the metric system used throughout most of the world.
Conversion Formula
To convert from US gallons to liters, multiply the volume value by 3.78541. The formula is:
L = gal × 3.78541
Common Gallon to Liter Conversions
US Gallons to Liters Conversion Table
| US Gallons (gal) | Liters (L) |
|---|---|
| 1 gal | 3.78541 L |
| 2 gal | 7.57082 L |
| 3 gal | 11.3562 L |
| 5 gal | 18.9271 L |
| 10 gal | 37.8541 L |
| 20 gal | 75.7082 L |
| 50 gal | 189.271 L |
Practical Examples
Here are some practical examples of gallon to liter conversions:
- A 1-gallon milk jug contains approximately 3.79 liters (1 × 3.78541 = 3.79).
- A 15-gallon aquarium holds approximately 56.78 liters (15 × 3.78541 = 56.78).
- A 20-gallon fuel tank holds approximately 75.71 liters (20 × 3.78541 = 75.71).