Convert liter to gallon (imperial)
Enter the value to convert from liter to gallon (imperial).
How to Convert Liter to Gallon (Imperial)
Converting liter to gallon (imperial) is straightforward using our conversion calculator.
Conversion Formula
gal (Imp) = L ÷ 4.54609Reverse conversion: Convert gallon (imperial) to liter
Comparison: Liter vs Gallon-imperial
When to Use Each Unit
Liter: Standard volume unit worldwide for liquids, cooking, fuel, and most commercial applications. Used in all metric countries and scientific contexts.
Gallon-imperial: Used in the United Kingdom, Canada (for fuel), and some Commonwealth countries alongside metric measurements.
Common Conversion Values
- 1 L = 1000 mL
- 1 L = 0.001 m³
- 1 L ≈ 0.264 US gal
- 1 L ≈ 1.057 US qt
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
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