Gallon (US) to Cubic Foot Converter

Convert gallon (us) to cubic foot instantly with our free online volume converter. Accurate conversions with detailed formulas and conversion tables.

Convert gal (US) to ft³

From Unit
Gallon (US)
To Unit
Cubic Foot (ft³)

Conversion Result

1 gal (US) = 0.000e+0 ft³

Exactly 0.0000000000 ft³

The Formula

To convert gal (US) to ft³, multiply the volume by 0.133681.

Gallon (US) to Cubic Foot Conversion Table

Gallon (US) (gal (US))Cubic Foot (ft³)Notes
1 gal (US)0.133681 ft³Standard volume unit
2 gal (US)0.267361 ft³Common recipe measurement
5 gal (US)0.668404 ft³Small container
10 gal (US)1.336807 ft³Standard bottle size
20 gal (US)2.673614 ft³Large container
50 gal (US)6.684035 ft³Industrial volume
100 gal (US)13.368071 ft³Bulk measurement

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How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the Value: Type the volume value you want to convert in the input field. For example, if converting 16 gal (US) to ft³, enter "16".
  2. Select Units: The calculator is pre-configured to convert from Gallon (US) (gal (US)) to Cubic Foot (ft³). The units are displayed in the "From Unit" and "To Unit" fields.
  3. View Results: The converted value appears instantly in the result card. You can see both the formatted result and the exact decimal value.
  4. 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 (US) to liters (L)

Value in L = Input value ÷ 0.264172

Step 2: Convert from liters (L) to ft³

Result = Value in L × 0.0353147

Simplified Formula:

Result = Input × 0.133680708
Where 0.133680708 is the conversion factor from gal (US) to ft³

Example Calculation:

Let's convert 16 gal (US) to ft³:

16 gal (US) ÷ 0.264172 = 60.566601 L
60.566601 L × 0.0353147 = 2.138891 ft³

Result: 16 gal (US) = 2.138891 ft³

Why Convert Gallon (US) to Cubic Foot?

Converting volume from Gallon (US) to Cubic Foot 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is 1 gal (US) in ft³?
Exactly 1 gal (US) is equal to 0.133681 ft³.
What is the conversion factor from gal (US) to ft³?
The conversion factor is 0.1336807080. Multiply the value in gal (US) by this factor to get the equivalent in ft³.
Why is accurate volume conversion important?
Accurate volume conversions are crucial for recipe scaling, pharmaceutical dosages, chemical measurements, and industrial processes. Small errors in conversion can lead to significant problems in these fields.