Cubic Feet to Liters Converter
Convert cubic feet (ft³) to liters (L) and vice versa instantly. Perfect for science, engineering, refrigeration, and everyday volume conversions. Enter a value in either unit to get the equivalent volume.
What Is a Cubic Foot?
A cubic foot (ft³) is a unit of volume in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. It is defined as the volume of a cube with sides of one foot in length. One cubic foot is equal to 28.3168466 liters (L) or 1,728 cubic inches. Cubic feet are commonly used to measure the volume of refrigerators, freezers, air conditioning units, and other large containers.
A liter (L) is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter (dm³). It is commonly used for everyday measurements such as beverages, fuel, and cooking ingredients. One liter is approximately 0.0353147 cubic feet.
How Does the Cubic Feet to Liters Converter Work?
The converter uses the exact conversion factor:
1 ft³ = 28.3168466 L
1 L = 0.0353147 ft³
To convert cubic feet to liters: L = ft³ × 28.3168466
To convert liters to cubic feet: ft³ = L ÷ 28.3168466
Simply enter a value in either cubic feet or liters, select the direction of conversion, and the calculator will instantly compute the equivalent volume.
Why Use This Cubic Feet to Liters Converter?
- Two-Way Conversion: Convert from ft³ to L and from L to ft³.
- Multiple Output Units: Display results in liters, milliliters, centiliters, or deciliters.
- Precise Results: Uses the exact conversion factor (1 ft³ = 28.3168466 L).
- Scientific Notation: Display large or small numbers in scientific format.
- Free & Private: No registration, no data storage.
Common Volume Equivalents
- 1 ft³ = 28.3168 L = 28,316.8 mL
- 1 L = 0.0353 ft³ = 1,000 mL
- 1 ft³ ≈ 7.48 US gallons
- 1 ft³ ≈ 6.23 UK gallons
- 1 ft³ = 1,728 in³
❓ Cubic Feet to Liters Converter FAQ
How many liters are in a cubic foot?
There are approximately 28.3168466 liters in one cubic foot (1 ft³ = 28.3168466 L).
How many cubic feet are in a liter?
There are approximately 0.0353147 cubic feet in one liter (1 L = 0.0353147 ft³).
What is the formula for converting cubic feet to liters?
Liters = Cubic Feet × 28.3168466. For example, 2.5 ft³ × 28.3168466 = 70.7921 L.
What is the formula for converting liters to cubic feet?
Cubic Feet = Liters ÷ 28.3168466. For example, 100 L ÷ 28.3168466 = 3.53147 ft³.
What is the difference between a cubic foot and a liter?
A cubic foot is a unit of volume in the imperial system, commonly used in the US and UK for larger volumes. A liter is a metric unit used worldwide for everyday measurements. 1 ft³ is about 28.3 times larger than 1 liter.
How many milliliters are in a cubic foot?
1 cubic foot = 28,316.8466 milliliters (mL).
How do I convert cubic feet to liters for a refrigerator?
Refrigerator capacity is often given in cubic feet. To convert to liters, multiply the cubic feet by 28.3168466. For example, a 20 ft³ refrigerator = 20 × 28.3168466 = 566.3 L.
How do I convert liters to cubic feet for a water tank?
Divide the tank capacity in liters by 28.3168466 to get cubic feet. For example, a 1,000 L tank = 1,000 ÷ 28.3168466 = 35.31 ft³.
What is the symbol for cubic feet?
The symbol for cubic feet is ft³ (or cu ft).
What is the symbol for liters?
The symbol for liters is L (or lowercase l).
How do I convert cubic feet to liters in my head?
Multiply the number of cubic feet by 28.3 (approximate). For example, 3 ft³ × 28.3 = 84.9 L. For more precise results, use this calculator.
How many cubic feet are in a gallon?
1 US gallon = 0.133681 ft³. 1 UK gallon = 0.160544 ft³. This converter focuses on ft³ to L conversion.
How many liters are in a cubic foot of water?
1 cubic foot of water = 28.3168466 liters. One liter of water weighs approximately 1 kg at 4°C, so 1 ft³ of water weighs about 28.3 kg (62.4 lbs).
How do I convert cubic feet to liters for shipping containers?
Shipping container volumes are often given in cubic feet. Multiply by 28.3168466 to get liters. For example, a 40 ft container (2,400 ft³) = 2,400 × 28.3168466 = 67,960 L.
Can I use this calculator for scientific measurements?
Yes. This calculator uses exact conversion factors and supports scientific notation, making it suitable for scientific, engineering, and industrial applications.
What is the difference between a cubic foot and a board foot?
A cubic foot is a unit of volume (1 ft × 1 ft × 1 ft). A board foot is a unit of lumber volume equal to 1 ft × 1 ft × 1 inch (1/12 of a cubic foot).