Convert gallon (US) to cubic foot
Please provide values below to convert gallon (US) [gal (US)] to cubic foot [ft^3], or Convert cubic foot to gallon (US).
How to Convert Gallon (Us) to Cubic Foot
1 gal (US) = 0.133680555517788 ft^3
Example: convert 15 gal (US) to ft^3:
15 gal (US) = 15 × 0.133680555517788 ft^3 = 2.00520833276683 ft^3
Gallon (Us) to Cubic Foot Conversion Table
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Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.
Cubic Foot
A cubic foot (ft^3) is a unit of volume representing the space occupied by a cube with sides of one foot in length.
History/Origin
The cubic foot has been used historically in the imperial and US customary measurement systems for measuring volume, especially in construction, real estate, and engineering contexts.
Current Use
Today, the cubic foot is still used in the United States and some other regions for measuring large volumes of liquids, gases, and bulk materials, particularly in industries like construction, shipping, and HVAC.