Gallons to Pounds Calculator

Convert gallons of water to pounds using the density of water (8.34 pounds per gallon).

Input Parameters

Default value for water (can be changed if needed)

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Pounds = Gallons × Density

Where:
Gallons - The volume of water in gallons
Density - The weight of water per gallon (8.34 pounds per gallon for water)

Gallons to Pounds Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Gallons to Pounds Calculator and its working principles

How to Use

  1. Enter the volume of water in gallons in the "Gallons" field.
  2. The density field shows the default value for water (8.34 pounds per gallon). You can change this if you're calculating for a different liquid.
  3. Click the "Calculate" button to convert gallons to pounds.
  4. The result will be displayed in the "Pounds" field.
  5. Click "Reset" to clear all fields and start over.

Working Principle

This calculator uses the basic formula:

Pounds = Gallons × Density

For water, the density is approximately 8.34 pounds per gallon at standard temperature and pressure. This means that 1 gallon of water weighs about 8.34 pounds.

Example

If you have 5 gallons of water:

5 gallons × 8.34 pounds/gallon = 41.7 pounds

Applications

This calculator can be used for:

  • Converting water volume to weight for shipping or storage
  • Calculating the weight of water in swimming pools or aquariums
  • Estimating the weight of water in containers for transportation
  • Various scientific and engineering calculations involving water