Liter to US gallon converter (L to gal)

Conversion Formula

1 L = 0.264172 gal

Step-by-Step Explanation

1. Understand the base relationship:
   1 Liter = 0.001000 cubic meters
   1 US Gallon = 0.003785 cubic meters
2. Establish the conversion factor:
   1 L = (0.001000 m³) / (0.003785 m³/gal) = 0.264172 gal
3. Apply the conversion:
   Multiply the value in L by 0.264172 to get the equivalent in gal

Example Conversion

Convert 5 L to gal:

5 L × 0.264172 = 1.321 gal