Convert gallon (UK) to hectoliter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (UK) [gal (UK)] to hectoliter [hL], or Convert hectoliter to gallon (UK).
How to Convert Gallon (Uk) to Hectoliter
1 gal (UK) = 0.0454609 hL
Example: convert 15 gal (UK) to hL:
15 gal (UK) = 15 × 0.0454609 hL = 0.6819135 hL
Gallon (Uk) to Hectoliter Conversion Table
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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.
Hectoliter
A hectoliter (hL) is a unit of volume equal to 100 liters.
History/Origin
The hectoliter is part of the metric system, introduced in the 19th century alongside other metric units for standardization of measurements worldwide.
Current Use
Hectoliters are commonly used in the beverage industry, especially for measuring wine, beer, and other liquid quantities, as well as in agriculture and food production for larger volume measurements.