Convert cubic decimeter to gallon (UK)

Please provide values below to convert cubic decimeter [dm^3] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to cubic decimeter.




How to Convert Cubic Decimeter to Gallon (Uk)

1 dm^3 = 0.219969248299088 gal (UK)

Example: convert 15 dm^3 to gal (UK):
15 dm^3 = 15 Γ— 0.219969248299088 gal (UK) = 3.29953872448632 gal (UK)


Cubic Decimeter to Gallon (Uk) Conversion Table

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Cubic Decimeter

A cubic decimeter (dm^3) is a unit of volume equal to the volume of a cube with sides of one decimeter (10 centimeters).

History/Origin

The cubic decimeter has been used as a standard unit of volume in the metric system since its adoption, primarily for scientific and industrial measurements, as a convenient subdivision of the liter.

Current Use

The cubic decimeter is commonly used in scientific, medical, and industrial contexts to measure liquids and other substances, often interchangeably with liters, since 1 dm^3 equals 1 liter.


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.



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