Convert Cubic inch (in³) (in3) to US gallon (gal) (gal)
Category: Volume
1 in3 = 0.004329 gal
High-precision rounding: 6 decimals
How to convert cubic inch (in³) to us gallon (gal)
We convert by pivoting through the SI base unit for Volume and applying exact factors where applicable.
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Examples
Linear unit conversions use standardized factors; many are exact by definition (e.g., 1 in = 25.4 mm, 1 ft = 0.3048 m).
Common mistakes
- Mixing US gallons (3.785 L) with Imperial gallons (4.546 L).
- Assuming kitchen ‘cup’ equals the same volume in every country.
About Volume
Volume measures the space a substance occupies. SI uses cubic meters and liters; customary units like gallons, quarts, and pints persist in recipes, fuel, and containers. Accurate volume work often requires temperature and density considerations (e.g., for fuels).
About Cubic inch (in³)
Cubic inch (in³)
Volume of a cube 1 in on each side. Classic for engine displacement (e.g., 350 in³) and small components.
History: Automotive culture in the US popularized cubic inches; later often shown alongside liters.
About US gallon (gal)
US gallon (gal)
Exactly 3.785411784 L. Used for fuel, containers, and recipes in the US. Beware of imperial gallon differences.
History: US defined the gallon separately from the British imperial revision; modern value is exact.