The imperial gallon is a unit of volume used in the imperial measurement system, and it is historically common in the United Kingdom and several other countries. One imperial gallon is equal to 4.54609 liters, which makes it significantly larger than the US gallon (approximately 3.785 liters). It is abbreviated as gal and traditionally used for measuring liquids in larger quantities.
In the imperial system, a gallon is made up of four quarts, eight pints, or 160 imperial fluid ounces. Though the UK has officially adopted the metric system, the imperial gallon is still recognized in specific contexts and remains part of British measurement history. It's most commonly associated with fuel pricing and older food or drink packaging.
Uses: The imperial gallon is most commonly seen today at fuel stations in the UK, where petrol and diesel are still sold by the gallon for pricing comparisons, even though the actual quantity delivered is measured in liters. Historically, the gallon was used for everything from milk deliveries to beer and cider sales.
While modern recipes and packaging have largely shifted to liters and milliliters, the imperial gallon occasionally appears in traditional instructions or product specs, especially for bulk liquids. For those referencing older materials or converting classic measurements, the imperial gallon remains a useful and historically significant unit.
The tablespoon (US) is a unit of volume used in the US customary system. It's commonly abbreviated as tbsp, T, or tbs, and it plays a central role in measuring both liquid and dry ingredients in American recipes. By definition, one US tablespoon equals 14.7868 milliliters, making it exactly three times the size of a US teaspoon.
This unit is a standard part of measuring spoon sets found in nearly every American kitchen. It's used for ingredients that require more than a teaspoon but less than a full cup—like oil, syrup, peanut butter, or baking powder. Whether you're preparing a sauce, salad dressing, or baked goods, the tablespoon offers an ideal balance between precision and practicality.
Uses: The tablespoon is one of the most commonly used measurements in American kitchens. You’ll find it in countless recipes—from marinades and sauces to pancake batter and salad dressings. In baking, it plays a critical role, where just a small difference in the amount of butter, oil, or leavening agent can change the texture or taste of the final dish. The tablespoon is also used in meal prep, portion control, and nutritional labeling, helping consumers track ingredients like sugar, oils, or dressings in a standardized way.
Beyond the kitchen, the U.S. tablespoon occasionally appears in medical or pharmaceutical contexts to measure over-the-counter liquid medications, though healthcare professionals typically recommend using milliliters for precision. Still, the tablespoon remains a familiar and convenient reference point for many households.
1 gal (imp) = 307.442449 tbsp
Let’s say you want to convert 100 gal (imp) to tbsp.
Using the formula:
100 × 307.442449 = 30744.245 tbsp
So, 100 gal (imp) is approximately 30744.245 tbsp.
| Gallon (Imperial) (gal (imp)) | Tablespoon (US) (tbsp) |
|---|---|
| 1 gal (imp) | 307.442 tbsp |
| 2 gal (imp) | 614.885 tbsp |
| 3 gal (imp) | 922.327 tbsp |
| 4 gal (imp) | 1229.77 tbsp |
| 5 gal (imp) | 1537.212 tbsp |
| 6 gal (imp) | 1844.655 tbsp |
| 7 gal (imp) | 2152.097 tbsp |
| 8 gal (imp) | 2459.54 tbsp |
| 9 gal (imp) | 2766.982 tbsp |
| 10 gal (imp) | 3074.424 tbsp |
| 11 gal (imp) | 3381.867 tbsp |
| 12 gal (imp) | 3689.309 tbsp |
| 13 gal (imp) | 3996.752 tbsp |
| 14 gal (imp) | 4304.194 tbsp |
| 15 gal (imp) | 4611.637 tbsp |