Liters to Gallons Converter
Convert between liters and gallons with precision. Supports both US and UK gallons.
Volume Converter
1 liter = 0.264172 US gallons
Common Liter to US Gallon Conversions
| Liters | US Gallons |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.264 |
| 5 | 1.321 |
| 10 | 2.642 |
| 20 | 5.283 |
| 50 | 13.209 |
Quick Reference
US Gallon
1 L = 0.264172 US gal
Used in United States
UK Gallon
1 L = 0.219969 UK gal
Used in United Kingdom
Volume Relationships
Usage Tips
Liters are part of the metric system used worldwide
US gallons are smaller than UK gallons
Perfect for fuel consumption calculations
Essential for international trade and shipping
Understanding Liter to Gallon Conversions
What is a Liter?
A liter is a unit of volume in the metric system. It's the standard unit for measuring liquids in most countries around the world. One liter is equal to 1,000 milliliters or 1 cubic decimeter.
Metric System Advantages
- •Decimal-based system (easy calculations)
- •Used globally for scientific measurements
- •Simple relationships between units
- •Consistent worldwide standards
Conversion Precision
Our converter uses precise conversion factors to ensure accuracy for all your volume conversion needs, whether you're working with cooking recipes, fuel calculations, or industrial measurements.
Exact Conversion Factors
Liters to US Gallons:
Gallons = Liters × 0.264172052
Liters to UK Gallons:
Gallons = Liters × 0.219969157
Practical Applications
International Trade
Converting liquid volumes for import/export documentation and shipping
Automotive Industry
Converting fuel tank capacities and consumption rates between metric and imperial
Recipe Conversion
Converting liquid ingredients between international recipe formats