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Convert liters (L) to gallons (gal) or vice versa effortlessly with this lightweight tool—ideal for cooking, fuel calculations, or daily use!
A liter (L) is a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters. A US gallon (gal) is an imperial unit equal to approximately 3.78541 liters.
The liter was introduced with the metric system in France in 1795. The US gallon evolved from the British wine gallon, standardized in 1824.
Liters are used worldwide for liquids in science, cooking, and fuel. Gallons are common in the US for fuel, beverages, and large volumes.
Multiply the volume in liters by 0.264172. For example, 10 L × 0.264172 = 2.64172 gal.
Yes, it uses the precise conversion factor of 1 L = 0.264172 US gal, with results to 5 decimal places for accuracy.
This converter uses US gallons (3.78541 L). UK gallons are different (4.54609 L) and not included here.