Volume

L to US gal conversion

Convert litre (L) to US gallon (US gal). Volume sizes tanks, vessels, and batch charges, in m³, litres, US gallons, or barrels.

1 L = 0.2641721 US gal

Formula

To convert litre to US gallon, multiply the L value by 0.2641721. To go the other way, divide by 0.2641721 (or multiply by 3.785412).

L to US gal conversion table

LUS gal
10.2641721
20.5283441
51.32086
102.641721
256.604301
5013.2086
10026.41721
25066.04301
500132.086
1000264.1721

Used in practice

Tank and vessel capacities are quoted in m³ or US gallons; oil volumes in barrels.

A US gallon and an Imperial gallon differ by about 20 % — confirm which one a spec means.

Worked example. A volume of 10000 L is 2641.721 US gal.

Frequently asked questions

How do you convert litre to US gallon?

Multiply the value in L by 0.2641721 to get US gal. For example, 10 L = 2.641721 US gal.

What is 1 L in US gal?

1 L equals 0.2641721 US gal.

Where is this conversion used?

Tank and vessel capacities are quoted in m³ or US gallons; oil volumes in barrels.

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