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Gallon US (gal) vs Liter (L)
See the key differences, formulas, and conversion table.
// Side-by-side
| Gallon US (gal) (gal) | Liter (L) (L) | Gallon US (gal) (gal) ← |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gal | 3.78541 L | 1 L = 0.264172 gal |
| 5 gal | 18.92705 L | 5 L = 1.320861 gal |
| 10 gal | 37.8541 L | 10 L = 2.641722 gal |
| 20 gal | 75.7082 L | 20 L = 5.283444 gal |
| 25 gal | 94.63525 L | 25 L = 6.604304 gal |
| 50 gal | 189.2705 L | 50 L = 13.208609 gal |
| 100 gal | 378.541 L | 100 L = 26.417218 gal |
| 200 gal | 757.082 L | 200 L = 52.834435 gal |
| 500 gal | 1,892.705 L | 500 L = 132.08609 gal |
| 1000 gal | 3,785.41 L | 1000 L = 264.17218 gal |
Gallon US (gal) to Liter (L) formula
L = gal × 3.78541
Liter (L) to Gallon US (gal) formula
gal = L × 0.264172
How to use this comparison
Gallon US (gal) vs Liter (L) in practice
Use this page when you need to compare Gallon US (gal) and Liter (L) side by side, explain the difference to someone else, or sanity-check both directions at once. Use the dedicated converter when you already know the direction and just need a precise result for one value.
Best for comparison
Read the ratio, quick table, and reverse formula before choosing which unit to show in a report or product UI.
Use converter for precision
For a single value, open the gal to L or L to gal converter and keep the result tied to one direction.
Common mistake
Do not reuse the gal to L multiplier for the reverse direction. The reverse multiplier is 0.264172, not 3.78541.
// Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Gallon US (gal) and Liter (L)?▼
Gallon US (gal) (gal) and Liter (L) (L) are both units of volume. 1 gal = 3.78541 L, and 1 L = 0.264172 gal.
How do you convert Gallon US (gal) to Liter (L)?▼
To convert Gallon US (gal) to Liter (L), multiply by 3.78541. Formula: L = gal × 3.78541.
How do you convert Liter (L) to Gallon US (gal)?▼
To convert Liter (L) to Gallon US (gal), multiply by 0.264172. Formula: gal = L × 0.264172.
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