Volume to Cubic Meters (m³) Converter
Convert Liters, Gallons, Cubic Feet, and Barrels into Cubic Meters (m³). Essential for construction, shipping, and large-scale volume calculations with visual references.
Visual Equivalent:
About
The Cubic Meter (m3) is the standard SI unit for volume, widely used in construction (concrete ordering), logistics (shipping container capacity), and chemical engineering. However, inputs for these calculations often come in non-standard units like Liters, Gallons, or Cubic Feet.
This utility normalizes various volume inputs into a single standard: the cubic meter. It is specifically designed to handle large-scale integers and high-precision decimals typical in industrial applications. To aid in estimation and error checking, the tool includes a visual context feature, equating the resulting volume to familiar objects like standard bathtubs or shipping containers.
Formulas
The conversion logic multiplies the input volume (V) by a specific coefficient (k) to obtain the volume in cubic meters:
Key coefficients (k):
- US Gallon: 0.00378541
- Cubic Foot: 0.0283168
- Barrel: 0.158987
Reference Data
| Input Unit | Factor to m³ | Example (100 units to m³) |
|---|---|---|
| Liters (L) | 0.001 | 0.1 m3 |
| US Gallons (gal) | 0.003785 | 0.3785 m3 |
| UK Gallons | 0.004546 | 0.4546 m3 |
| Cubic Feet (ft³) | 0.028317 | 2.8317 m3 |
| Cubic Yards (yd³) | 0.764555 | 76.4555 m3 |
| Oil Barrels (bbl) | 0.158987 | 15.8987 m3 |