Convert kiloliter to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert kiloliter [kL] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to kiloliter.
How to Convert Kiloliter to Gallon (Us)
1 kL = 264.172052358148 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 kL to gal (US):
15 kL = 15 × 264.172052358148 gal (US) = 3962.58078537223 gal (US)
Kiloliter to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Kiloliter
A kiloliter (kL) is a unit of volume equal to 1,000 liters.
History/Origin
The kiloliter originated from the metric system as a larger unit for measuring volume, primarily used in scientific and industrial contexts since the adoption of the metric system in the 19th century.
Current Use
Kiloliters are used today in fields such as water management, agriculture, and industry to measure large quantities of liquids efficiently.
Gallon (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.