US Gallons to UK Gallons

US Gallon

A US gallon (gal) is a common unit of volume used mainly in the United States for measuring liquids such as fuel, milk, and other beverages. One US gallon equals 4 quarts, 8 pints, or 128 fluid ounces, making it a practical size for everyday containers and large-scale liquid purchases. It’s widely recognized at gas stations and in grocery stores, where gallon jugs are frequently sold.

Because the US gallon differs from the Imperial gallon used in the UK, conversions can get confusing across countries. An online converter helps accurately translate gallons into liters or other units for travel, shopping, or cooking with international recipes.

UK Gallon (Imperial Gallon)

A UK gallon, also called an Imperial gallon, is a volume unit used primarily in the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is larger than the US gallon, holding the equivalent of 4 quarts, 8 pints, or 160 fluid ounces. The Imperial gallon is still commonly used to measure fuel at petrol stations and in older beverage packaging.

Because the UK gallon is different from the US gallon, international conversions can be misleading if the type of gallon isn’t specified. Using a volume converter ensures accurate translation to liters, cups, or other measurement systems when comparing product sizes from different countries.