Convert gallon (US) to hectoliter
Please provide values below to convert gallon (US) [gal (US)] to hectoliter [hL], or Convert hectoliter to gallon (US).
How to Convert Gallon (Us) to Hectoliter
1 gal (US) = 0.03785411784 hL
Example: convert 15 gal (US) to hL:
15 gal (US) = 15 × 0.03785411784 hL = 0.5678117676 hL
Gallon (Us) to Hectoliter Conversion Table
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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.
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.