Cubic meters (m³) to US gallons (gal) Conversion
Cubic meters
The cubic metre is the SI derived unit of volume, defined as the volume of a cube with sides of exactly one metre. It is the standard unit for large-scale volumes in engineering, construction, and industry: concrete orders, excavation volumes, and water storage capacity are measured in cubic metres. One cubic metre equals exactly 1,000 litres. In natural gas supply and environmental science, gas flow rates are expressed in cubic metres per hour or per day.
US gallons
The US liquid gallon is a unit of volume equal to exactly 3.785411784 litres, used primarily in the United States for fuel sales, beverage containers, and agricultural applications. It is divided into 4 quarts, 8 pints, or 128 fluid ounces. The US gallon is approximately 16.7% smaller than the imperial (UK) gallon — a difference with significant implications in fuel economy comparisons and recipe conversions.
| Cubic meters (m³) | US gallons (gal) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 m³ | 26.4172 gal |
| 1 m³ | 264.1721 gal |
| 2 m³ | 528.3441 gal |
| 3 m³ | 792.5162 gal |
| 5 m³ | 1,320.8603 gal |
| 10 m³ | 2,641.7205 gal |
| 20 m³ | 5,283.441 gal |
| 30 m³ | 7,925.1616 gal |
| 50 m³ | 13,208.6026 gal |
| 100 m³ | 26,417.2052 gal |
| 1000 m³ | 264,172.0524 gal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many US gallons are in 1 cubic meters?
1 cubic meters (m³) is exactly 264.172 US gallons (gal).
How do I convert cubic meters to US gallons?
Multiply the value in cubic meters by 264.172 to get the result in US gallons. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.