Liters to Gallons Converter
Enter a volume in liters to see it in US gallons right away. Edit either box and the other updates live. The math runs in your browser.
How to convert liters to gallons
- Type the volume in liters into the left box.
- Read the US gallons value in the right box as it updates live.
- Edit the gallons box instead to convert back to liters.
Examples
Small container
10 L
2.642 gal
Car fuel tank
50 L
13.21 gal
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula to convert liters to gallons?
Divide the number of liters by 3.785411784, or multiply by 0.264172. So gallons = liters times 0.264172. For example, 10 liters times 0.264172 is about 2.642 US gallons.
Is this a US gallon or an imperial (UK) gallon?
This tool uses the US liquid gallon, which is 3.785411784 liters. The imperial gallon used in the UK is larger at about 4.546 liters, so 1 liter is only about 0.22 imperial gallons. Check which gallon you need before converting.
How many gallons is a typical fuel tank or container?
A 50 liter car fuel tank holds about 13.21 US gallons, a 60 liter tank about 15.85 gallons, and a 200 liter (55 gallon style) drum about 52.83 US gallons. Use the box above for any exact size.
What are some common liters to gallons conversions?
1 L is about 0.264 gal, 5 L is about 1.321 gal, 10 L is about 2.642 gal, 20 L is about 5.283 gal, and 50 L is about 13.209 US gallons.
Is this conversion exact?
The factor is exact: one US gallon is defined as exactly 3.785411784 liters. Results are rounded for display, but the underlying calculation uses the full-precision value.
Is my data sent anywhere?
No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser, so the volumes you enter never leave your device.
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