Cubic Meter to Gallon (US) Converter
Convert cubic meter to gallon (us) instantly with our free online volume converter. Accurate conversions with detailed formulas and conversion tables.
Convert m³ to gal (US)
Conversion Result
1 m³ = 0.000e+0 gal (US)
Exactly 0.0000000000 gal (US)
The Formula
To convert m³ to gal (US), multiply the volume by 264.172.
Cubic Meter to Gallon (US) Conversion Table
| Cubic Meter (m³) | Gallon (US) (gal (US)) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 m³ | 264.172 gal (US) | Standard volume unit |
| 2 m³ | 528.344 gal (US) | Common recipe measurement |
| 5 m³ | 1,320.86 gal (US) | Small container |
| 10 m³ | 2,641.72 gal (US) | Standard bottle size |
| 20 m³ | 5,283.44 gal (US) | Large container |
| 50 m³ | 13,208.6 gal (US) | Industrial volume |
| 100 m³ | 26,417.2 gal (US) | 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 m³ to gal (US), enter "16".
- Select Units: The calculator is pre-configured to convert from Cubic Meter (m³) to Gallon (US) (gal (US)). 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 m³ to liters (L)
Value in L = Input value ÷ 0.001
Step 2: Convert from liters (L) to gal (US)
Result = Value in L × 0.264172
Simplified Formula:
Result = Input × 264.172
Where 264.172 is the conversion factor from m³ to gal (US)
Example Calculation:
Let's convert 16 m³ to gal (US):
16 m³ ÷ 0.001 = 16,000 L 16,000 L × 0.264172 = 4,226.752 gal (US) Result: 16 m³ = 4,226.752 gal (US)
Why Convert Cubic Meter to Gallon (US)?
Converting volume from Cubic Meter to Gallon (US) 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.