Volume
gal (UK)toyd³
Convert imperial gallons (gal (UK)) to cubic yards (yd³).
Factor1 gal (UK) = 0.005946061 yd³
Converter
gal (UK)
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
yd³
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
yd³ = gal (UK) × 0.005946061
Multiply any value in imperial gallons by 0.005946061 to obtain the value in cubic yards.
Worked example
Convert 1000 gal (UK) to yd³.
- 01Start with 1000 gal (UK).
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 0.005946061 = 5.94606 yd³.
Result1000 gal (UK) = 5.94606 yd³
Conversion table
| gal (UK) | yd³ |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0059461 |
| 2 | 0.011892 |
| 5 | 0.02973 |
| 10 | 0.059461 |
| 20 | 0.11892 |
| 50 | 0.2973 |
| 100 | 0.59461 |
| 200 | 1.1892 |
| 500 | 2.973 |
| 1000 | 5.9461 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from gal (UK) to yd³?
1 gal (UK) equals 0.005946061 yd³. To convert, multiply the value in imperial gallons by 0.005946061.
How do I convert 1 gal (UK) to yd³?
1 gal (UK) = 0.00594606 yd³. For any value, multiply by 0.005946061.
How do I convert yd³ back to gal (UK)?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 168.1786. So 1 yd³ = 168.179 gal (UK).
When would I need to convert imperial gallon to cubic yard?
Volume conversions are used for tank sizing, batch calculations, and bridging between vendor specs (gallons, barrels, ft³) and process documentation (m³, litres).
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).