Kiloliters to Gallons
Type a value in either box to convert between kiloliters and gallons. The factor is 264.172.
| Kiloliters | Gallons |
|---|---|
| 1 kL | 264.172052 gal |
| 2 kL | 528.344105 gal |
| 3 kL | 792.516157 gal |
| 5 kL | 1320.860262 gal |
| 10 kL | 2641.720524 gal |
| 25 kL | 6604.301309 gal |
| 50 kL | 13208.602618 gal |
| 100 kL | 26417.205236 gal |
How to use
- Enter a value in the Kiloliters field.
- The Gallons figure appears immediately — no button to press.
- Typing in the Gallons field converts back to Kiloliters the same way.
- Use the reference table for the values that come up most often.
Kiloliters to Gallons formula
To convert kiloliters to gallons, multiply by 264.172052.
gal = kL × 264.172052
Why this factor: the kiloliter and the gallon are both defined against the liter, so dividing one definition by the other gives 264.172052 directly. Both definitions are set out in full below.
To go the other way, divide by 264.172052 — or use the Gallons to Kiloliters converter, which is the same calculation reversed.
Worked example
Given 2 kL, multiplying by 264.172052 yields 528.344105 gal.
2 kL × 264.172052 = 528.344105 gal
The converter above does this for any value you type, in either direction.
What is a kiloliter?
A kiloliter is 1,000 liters — the same volume as one cubic meter.
Definition: Exactly 1,000 liters, which is exactly 1 m³.
Where it is used: Water utility billing, tank and reservoir capacity, and bulk liquid logistics.
What is a gallon?
A US liquid gallon is the standard large-volume unit in the United States.
Definition: Defined as exactly 231 cubic inches, which works out to exactly 3.785411784 liters.
Where it is used: Fuel sales, milk and beverage containers, and paint in the US.
Worth knowing: The imperial gallon used in the UK and Canada is about 20% larger, at 4.54609 L — so 'miles per gallon' figures are not comparable between the two.
Kiloliters vs Gallons
The kiloliter is a metric unit while the gallon is a US customary unit. That is why the factor between them is not a round number: the two systems were defined independently and only later tied together by exact agreement.
Frequently asked questions
How many gallons are in a kiloliter?
One kiloliter equals 264.172052 gallons.
What is the formula to convert kiloliters to gallons?
Multiply the number of kiloliters by 264.172052. To reverse it, divide by 264.172052 instead.
How do I convert gallons back to kiloliters?
Divide by 264.172052, which is the same as multiplying by 0.00378541178.
How many gallons are in 10 kiloliters?
10 kL works out to 2641.720524 gal.
Is there anything to watch out for with gallons?
The imperial gallon used in the UK and Canada is about 20% larger, at 4.54609 L — so 'miles per gallon' figures are not comparable between the two.
How is the kiloliter defined?
Exactly 1,000 liters, which is exactly 1 m³.