Gallon (Imperial) to Liter Converter
Convert gallon (imperial) to liter instantly with our free online volume converter. Accurate conversions with detailed formulas and conversion tables.
Convert gal (Imp) to L
Conversion Result
1 gal (Imp) = 0.000e+0 L
Exactly 0.0000000000 L
The Formula
To convert gal (Imp) to L, multiply the volume by 4.546095.
Gallon (Imperial) to Liter Conversion Table
| Gallon (Imperial) (gal (Imp)) | Liter (L) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gal (Imp) | 4.546095 L | Standard volume unit |
| 2 gal (Imp) | 9.09219 L | Common recipe measurement |
| 5 gal (Imp) | 22.730476 L | Small container |
| 10 gal (Imp) | 45.460951 L | Standard bottle size |
| 20 gal (Imp) | 90.921903 L | Large container |
| 50 gal (Imp) | 227.304757 L | Industrial volume |
| 100 gal (Imp) | 454.609513 L | Bulk measurement |
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How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the Value: Type the volume value you want to convert in the input field. For example, if converting 16 gal (Imp) to L, enter "16".
- Select Units: The calculator is pre-configured to convert from Gallon (Imperial) (gal (Imp)) to Liter (L). The units are displayed in the "From Unit" and "To Unit" fields.
- View Results: The converted value appears instantly in the result card. You can see both the formatted result and the exact decimal value.
- Copy or Switch: Use the "Copy Result" button to copy the conversion to your clipboard, or click "Quick Switch" to reverse the conversion direction.
How the Conversion Works
This calculator uses a two-step conversion process through liters (L) as the base unit, which is the standard unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI).
Conversion Formula:
Step 1: Convert from gal (Imp) to liters (L)
Value in L = Input value ÷ 0.219969
Step 2: Convert from liters (L) to L
Result = Value in L (no conversion needed)
Simplified Formula:
Result = Input × 4.5460951316
Where 4.5460951316 is the conversion factor from gal (Imp) to L
Example Calculation:
Let's convert 16 gal (Imp) to L:
16 gal (Imp) ÷ 0.219969 = 72.737522 L 72.737522 L × 1 = 72.737522 L Result: 16 gal (Imp) = 72.737522 L
Why Convert Gallon (Imperial) to Liter?
Converting volume from Gallon (Imperial) to Liter is essential for various applications including cooking, chemistry, engineering, and international trade. Understanding this conversion helps ensure accuracy in measurements across different unit systems.
The liter is the base unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI), while other units like cups, gallons, and fluid ounces are used in various regional systems. Precision matters especially in pharmaceutical dosages, chemical reactions, and recipe conversions where small errors can have significant impacts.