Liter vs US Gallon: What's the Difference?
| Property | Liter (L) | US Gallon (gal) |
|---|---|---|
| Symbol | L | gal |
| System | Metric (SI) | US Customary |
| Category | volume | volume |
| Used in | Worldwide | United States |
Definitions
US Gallon (gal)
The US gallon (symbol: gal) is a unit of volume in the United States customary system of measurement. One US gallon is defined as exactly 231 cubic inches, which equals exactly 3.785411784 liters. The US gallon is divided into 4 US quarts, 8 US pints, 16 US cups, or 128 US fluid ounces.
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What is the difference between Liter and US Gallon?
Liter (L) belongs to the metric system. US Gallon (gal) belongs to the us-customary system.
How to convert Liter to US Gallon?
Use the converter on our website for accurate conversion.
When should I use Liter vs US Gallon?
It depends on context. Liter is used in Worldwide. US Gallon is used in United States.