Cubic Feet to Liters (ft³ → L) Converter
Instant ft³ → L and L → ft³ conversions. Formula: L = ft³ × 28.3168466. Quick answers: 1 ft³ = 28.3168 L, 10 ft³ = 283.168 L.
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Cubic Feet to Liters Calculator
Cubic Feet (ft³)
→
Liters (L)
Conversion Result
1 ft³ = 28.3168466 L
Common Conversion Examples
1 ft³ = 28.3168466 L
Example conversion
5 ft³ = 141.584233 L
Example conversion
10 ft³ = 283.168466 L
Example conversion
Cubic Feet to Liters Conversion Guide
Convert cubic feet to liters instantly. Useful for storage volume, shipping, tank capacity, and HVAC calculations.
Formula
- ft³ → L: liters = cubic feet × 28.3168466
- L → ft³: cubic feet = liters × 0.0353146667
Common Uses
- Shipping and warehousing
- Tank and container sizing
- Aquarium and water systems
- HVAC volume calculations
Definition
A cubic foot (ft³) measures the volume of a cube with sides of 1 foot; 1 ft = 0.3048 m. A liter (L) is a metric volume unit equal to 1 cubic decimeter (1 L = 0.001 m³).
Origin & History
The modern foot was standardized in 1959, which fixes derived units like ft³. The liter comes from the metric system developed in France, later formalized by the SI as 1 dm³.
Current Use
- Cubic feet: Widely used in US industries for storage, appliances, and HVAC airflow.
- Liters: Global standard for liquids, beverages, fuel, and many containers.
Examples
- 1 ft³ → 1 × 28.3168466 = 28.3168466 L
- 5 ft³ → 5 × 28.3168466 = 141.584233 L
- 10 ft³ → 10 × 28.3168466 = 283.168466 L
- 100 L → 100 × 0.0353146667 = 3.5314667 ft³
Frequently Asked Questions
How many liters are in a cubic foot?
1 ft³ = 28.3168466 liters (exact by definition).
How do I convert liters back to cubic feet?
Multiply liters by 0.0353146667 to get ft³ or use the swap button in the tool.
Where are cubic feet vs liters most commonly used?
Cubic feet are common in US appliances, HVAC, and storage. Liters are standard globally for liquids and consumer packaging.
How many liters are in 5 cubic feet (ft³ to L)?
5 ft³ × 28.3168466 = 141.584233 liters.
How many liters are in 10 cubic feet (ft³ to L)?
10 ft³ × 28.3168466 = 283.168466 liters.