Convert gallon (UK) to cubic meter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to cubic meter [m^3], or Convert cubic meter to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Cubic Meter
1 gal (UK) = 0.00454609 m^3
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to m^3:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 0.00454609 m^3 = 0.06819135 m^3
Gallon (Uk) to Cubic Meter Conversion Table
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Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.
Cubic Meter
A cubic meter (m^3) is the SI unit of volume, representing the volume of a cube with edges one meter long.
History/Origin
The cubic meter was established as part of the International System of Units (SI) in 1960, based on the meter defined by the wavelength of light in vacuum.
Current Use
The cubic meter is widely used in science, engineering, and industry to measure large volumes of liquids, gases, and solids, especially in contexts like construction, manufacturing, and environmental science.