Convert cubic yard to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert cubic yard [yd^3] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to cubic yard.
How to Convert Cubic Yard to Gallon (Us)
1 yd^3 = 201.974025978253 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 yd^3 to gal (US):
15 yd^3 = 15 × 201.974025978253 gal (US) = 3029.61038967379 gal (US)
Cubic Yard to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Cubic Yard
A cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one yard (3 feet) in length.
History/Origin
The cubic yard originated from the imperial and US customary measurement systems, primarily used in construction, landscaping, and shipping industries for measuring large volumes of materials.
Current Use
Today, the cubic yard is commonly used in construction, landscaping, and waste management to measure materials like soil, gravel, and debris, and is part of volume conversions in various applications.
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.