Cubic feet (ft³) to Cubic meters (m³) Conversion
Cubic feet
The cubic foot is a unit of volume equal to exactly 28.316846592 litres, used in the United States and United Kingdom for measuring large volumes such as room air volumes, refrigerator capacities, concrete quantities, and natural gas consumption. It is the standard unit for HVAC calculations in the United States, where airflow is measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM).
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.
| Cubic feet (ft³) | Cubic meters (m³) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 ft³ | 0.00283 m³ |
| 1 ft³ | 0.0283 m³ |
| 2 ft³ | 0.0566 m³ |
| 3 ft³ | 0.085 m³ |
| 5 ft³ | 0.1416 m³ |
| 10 ft³ | 0.2832 m³ |
| 20 ft³ | 0.5663 m³ |
| 30 ft³ | 0.8495 m³ |
| 50 ft³ | 1.4158 m³ |
| 100 ft³ | 2.8317 m³ |
| 1000 ft³ | 28.3168 m³ |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many cubic meters are in 1 cubic feet?
1 cubic feet (ft³) is exactly 0.028317 cubic meters (m³).
How do I convert cubic feet to cubic meters?
Multiply the value in cubic feet by 0.028317 to get the result in cubic meters. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.