Convert cup (UK) to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert cup (UK) [cup (UK)] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to cup (UK).
How to Convert Cup (Uk) to Gallon (Us)
1 cup (UK) = 0.0750593637397521 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 cup (UK) to gal (US):
15 cup (UK) = 15 × 0.0750593637397521 gal (US) = 1.12589045609628 gal (US)
Cup (Uk) to Gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Cup (Uk)
A cup (UK) is a unit of volume measurement used primarily in cooking, equal to approximately 284.13 milliliters.
History/Origin
The UK cup has origins in traditional British cooking and measurement systems, historically based on the imperial system. Its use has been standardized in culinary contexts over time, though it is less common in official measurement standards today.
Current Use
The UK cup is primarily used in recipes and cooking instructions within the United Kingdom and some Commonwealth countries. It is also used in nutritional labeling and culinary contexts, often standardized as 284 milliliters for practical purposes.
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.