Convert gallon (imperial) to liter
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113 liters 652.3 milliliters
How to Convert Gallon (Imperial) to Liter
Converting gallon (imperial) to liter is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
L = gal (Imp) × 4.54609Reverse conversion: Convert liter to gallon (imperial)
Comparison: Gallon-imperial vs Liter
When to Use Each Unit
Gallon-imperial: Used in the United Kingdom, Canada (for fuel), and some Commonwealth countries alongside metric measurements.
Liter: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Common Conversion Values
- 1 Imperial gal = 4.546 L
- 1 Imperial gal ≈ 1.201 US gal
- 1 Imperial gal = 4 Imperial qt
- 1 Imperial gal = 8 Imperial pt
About Imperial
Definition: The Imperial gallon is a unit of volume used in the UK and Commonwealth countries, equal to 4.546 liters.
History: Defined in 1824 in Britain as the volume of 10 pounds of water at 62°F. About 20% larger than the US gallon.
Current Use: Used in the United Kingdom, Canada (for fuel), and some Commonwealth countries alongside metric measurements.
Examples: UK fuel prices per Imperial gallon, Canadian fuel efficiency (mpg Imperial), brewing industry measurements
About Liter
Definition: The liter (symbol: L) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter. Defined as the volume of one kilogram of water at maximum density.
History: Introduced in 1795 during the French Revolution as part of the metric system. Originally defined as one cubic decimeter, redefined multiple times for precision.
Current Use: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Examples: Beverage bottles: 0.5-2L, car fuel tank: 40-80L, swimming pool: 20,000-100,000L, cooking recipes: 0.1-2L