The Gasoline Weight Calculator helps users find the exact weight of gasoline based on its volume and density. This tool is especially helpful for people in transportation, automotive, oil industries, or anyone dealing with fuel measurement. It simplifies the process of converting fuel volume into weight using standard formulas, making calculations faster, easier, and more reliable.
By entering the volume of gasoline and its density, you can quickly determine the total weight in kilograms or pounds. This calculator saves time and ensures accuracy for planning, storage, transport, or engineering purposes.
This tool falls under the “Fuel Calculators” category.
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1. Primary Formula: Weight from Volume and Density
W = V × ρ
Where:
W = Weight or mass of gasoline (in kilograms or grams)
V = Volume of gasoline (in liters or cubic meters, m³)
ρ = Density of gasoline (in kg/L or kg/m³)
2. Typical Density of Gasoline (for reference)
At 15°C:
ρ ≈ 0.74 to 0.76 kg/L
or
740 to 760 kg/m³
This depends on factors like ethanol content and blend variations.
3. Weight in Pounds (Optional Conversion)
W_lb = W_kg × 2.20462
Where:
W_lb = Weight in pounds
W_kg = Weight in kilograms
4. Combined Formula (If Volume is in Liters)
W_kg = V_L × ρ_kg_per_L
Where:
V_L = Volume in liters
ρ_kg_per_L = Density in kg/L (typically 0.74 to 0.76)
5. Combined Formula (If Volume is in Gallons)
W_lb = V_gal × ρ_lb_per_gal
Where:
V_gal = Volume in US gallons
ρ_lb_per_gal = Density in lb/gal (typical gasoline ≈ 6.1 to 6.3 lb/gal)
Gasoline Weight Table (Common Conversions)
This table provides quick reference values without needing to use the calculator every time.
| Volume (Liters) | Weight (kg at 0.75 kg/L) | Weight (lb at 6.2 lb/gal) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 liter | 0.75 kg | 1.65 lb |
| 10 liters | 7.5 kg | 16.5 lb |
| 50 liters | 37.5 kg | 82.5 lb |
| 100 liters | 75 kg | 165 lb |
| 1 US gallon | 2.84 kg | 6.2 lb |
| 5 US gallons | 14.2 kg | 31 lb |
| 10 US gallons | 28.4 kg | 62 lb |
Note: These values use average gasoline densities for simplicity. Actual results may differ slightly based on fuel type.
Example
Let’s say you have 60 liters of gasoline and you want to find out its weight.
Given:
Volume (V) = 60 liters
Density (ρ) = 0.75 kg/L
Use the formula:
W = V × ρ
W = 60 × 0.75
W = 45 kg
To convert to pounds:
W_lb = 45 × 2.20462 = 99.21 lb
So, 60 liters of gasoline weighs around 45 kg or 99.21 pounds.
Most Common FAQs
A liter of gasoline weighs approximately 0.74 to 0.76 kilograms depending on its temperature and blend.
One US gallon of gasoline weighs around 6.2 pounds on average.
Gasoline weight varies because its density changes with temperature, ethanol content, and additives used during blending.