Liters to Cubic Feet Converter
Enter the volume in liters below to convert it to cubic feet.
Convert Liters to Cubic Feet
Enter a value in liters (L) to convert to cubic feet (ft³).
Liter to Cubic Foot Conversion Table
Table showing various liter measurements converted to cubic feet. Click any preset value or arrow to load it into the converter.
| Liters (L) | Cubic Feet (ft³) |
|---|---|
| 1 L | 0.0353147 ft³ |
| 2 L | 0.0706293 ft³ |
| 2.5 L | 0.0882867 ft³ |
| 5 L | 0.1765733 ft³ |
| 10 L | 0.3531467 ft³ |
| 15 L | 0.52972 ft³ |
| 20 L | 0.7062933 ft³ |
| 25 L | 0.8828667 ft³ |
| 30 L | 1.05944 ft³ |
| 50 L | 1.7657333 ft³ |
How to Convert Liters to Cubic Feet
To convert liters to cubic feet, multiply the volume by the following conversion ratio: 0.0353147 cubic feet/liter.
Since one liter is equal to 0.0353147 cubic feet, you can use this simple formula to convert:
The volume in cubic feet is equal to the volume in liters multiplied by 0.0353147.
For example, here's how to convert 5 liters to cubic feet using the formula above.
How Many Cubic Feet Are in a Liter?
There are 0.0353147 cubic feet in a liter, which is why we use this value in the formula above.
Our liter to cubic foot calculator automatically converts your volume measurements with full decimal and scientific precision across US customary, imperial, and SI metric standards.
Liters and cubic feet are both units used to measure volume. Keep reading to learn more about each unit.
What Is a Liter?
Metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimeter (1,000 mL). It serves as a primary reference unit for measuring volume across scientific and practical applications. [1]
The liter is classified as a metric and SI-compatible unit of volume. Liters can be abbreviated as L; for example, 1 liter can be written as 1 L.
As the primary coherent reference unit for volume in this category, all other volume units are mathematically anchored to the liter (L).
In practice, liters (L) are widely used across standard volume applications within SI metric workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
What Is a Cubic Foot?
A cubic foot is a unit of volume equal to 28.3168466 liters (L), the base unit for volume. Equal to 1,728 cubic inches or 28.3168 liters. [2]
The cubic foot is classified as a US customary and imperial unit of volume. Cubic Feet can be abbreviated as ft³; for example, 1 cubic foot can be written as 1 ft³.
When working with cubic feet (ft³) in formulas or technical specifications, always verify whether your target system uses SI metric, US customary, or British imperial standards.
In practice, cubic feet (ft³) are widely used across standard volume applications within US customary and imperial workflows, engineering documentation, and technical data sheets.
When converting volume between liters (L) and cubic feet (ft³), keep full floating-point precision (1 L = 0.0353147 ft³; 1 ft³ = 28.3168466 L) during intermediate calculations and round only the final cubic foot figure to match your instrument tolerance.
More Liter & Cubic Foot Conversions
Need to calculate in the opposite direction? Use our cubic feet to liters calculator to switch your starting unit immediately. You can also explore related tools such as converting cubic feet to liters, converting cubic meters to cubic feet, or converting gallons (us) to cubic feet.
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References
- [1]NIST OWM StandardNIST OWM (SI Units — Volume)·Volume & Liquid Metrology Standard — Liters (L) to Cubic Feet (ft³)
- [2]NIST HB 44 SpecificationNIST HB 44 (Liquid & Dry Capacity Tables)·Unit Specifications: Liter (L) & Cubic Foot (ft³)
- [3]NIST SP 811 ReferenceNIST SP 811 (NIST SP 811 App. B.9)·Conversion Factors & Mathematical Basis (L to ft³)