Here are some examples to illustrate the conversion for both US and UK gallons:
Gallons (gal)
Formula (US)
Liters (L) (US)
Formula (UK)
Liters (L) (UK)
1 gal
1 × 3.78541
3.78541 L
1 × 4.54609
4.54609 L
5 gal
5 × 3.78541
18.92705 L
5 × 4.54609
22.73045 L
10 gal
10 × 3.78541
37.8541 L
10 × 4.54609
45.4609 L
20 gal
20 × 3.78541
75.7082 L
20 × 4.54609
90.918 L
15 gal
15 × 3.78541
56.78115 L
15 × 4.54609
68.19135 L
How to Convert gal to L
Identify the Value in Gallons: For example, 8 gallons (US).
Apply the Conversion Formula:
For US gallons: Multiply the number of gallons by 3.78541.
For 8 gallons (US):
Calculation: 8 × 3.78541 = 30.28328 liters (US)
For UK gallons: Multiply the number of gallons by 4.54609.
For 8 gallons (UK):
Calculation: 8 × 4.54609 = 36.36872 liters (UK)
Practical Uses
Cooking and Baking: Converts recipe measurements from gallons to liters.
Fuel Measurement: Helps in converting fuel quantities for vehicles or machinery.
Scientific Calculations: Useful in laboratory settings where precise volume measurements are required.
Summary
To convert gallons to liters, multiply the number of gallons by 3.78541 for US gallons or by 4.54609 for UK gallons. For example, 10 US gallons is approximately 37.8541 liters, while 10 UK gallons is about 45.4609 liters. This conversion is useful for accurate measurement in various applications.