Imperial Gallon to Liter Converter
1 gal = 4.5461 L
FORMULA
1 gal = 4.5461 L
CONVERSION TABLE
| Imperial Gallon (gal) | Liter (L) |
|---|---|
| 1 gal | 4.5461 L |
| 5 gal | 22.7304 L |
| 10 gal | 45.4609 L |
| 25 gal | 113.6522 L |
| 50 gal | 227.3045 L |
| 100 gal | 454.609 L |
| 250 gal | 1,136.52 L |
| 500 gal | 2,273.04 L |
| 1,000 gal | 4,546.09 L |
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About Imperial Gallon (gal)
The Imperial gallon is defined as 4.54609 liters, about 20% larger than its US counterpart. Used historically across the British Empire for fuel and liquid goods, the Imperial gallon is based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at 62 degrees F. Canada officially metricated but still references it colloquially.
About Liter (L)
Originally defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at maximum density, the liter is now exactly one cubic decimeter (0.001 cubic meters). It is the standard unit for beverage containers, fuel tank capacities, and engine displacement worldwide. A typical car fuel tank holds 40-70 liters.
How to Convert Imperial Gallon to Liter
The conversion formula is: 1 gal = 4.5461 L. To convert from Imperial Gallon (gal) to Liter (L), use the formula above or the interactive converter at the top of this page.
FAQ
How many Liter in 1 Imperial Gallon?
1 Imperial Gallon (gal) equals 4.5461 Liter (L).
How to convert Imperial Gallon to Liter?
Multiply the Imperial Gallon value by 4.5461 to get the equivalent in Liter. Formula: 1 gal = 4.5461 L
What is the formula for Imperial Gallon to Liter conversion?
1 gal = 4.5461 L
Glossary
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Cup (Measurement)
A cooking volume unit. The US cup equals 236.588 ml; the metric cup is 250 ml.
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Barrel (Oil)
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Gallon
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Liter
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