Conversion table
| Gallons (US) (gal) | Pounds (lbs) |
|---|---|
| 1 gal | 8.35 |
| 5 gal | 41.73 |
| 10 gal | 83.45 |
| 20 gal | 166.9 |
| 50 gal | 417.25 |
| 100 gal | 834.5 |
| 250 gal | 2086.25 |
| 500 gal | 4172.5 |
How to convert Gallons to lb
pounds = gallons × (lb per gallon)water ≈ 8.34 lb/gal · reverse: gallons = pounds ÷ that figure
- gallons
- US gallons of the liquid
- pounds
- what it weighs, in pounds
- lb per gallon
- weight of one gallon of the chosen liquid
These are US gallons. A UK (imperial) gallon is larger, so a UK gallon of water weighs about 10 lb rather than 8.34.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a gallon of water weigh?
A US gallon of water weighs about 8.34 lb.
How much does 5 gallons of water weigh?
About 41.7 lb, plus the weight of the container.
Does a gallon of gas weigh the same as water?
No. A gallon of gasoline is lighter, around 6.2 lb.
Why does the liquid matter?
Pounds measure weight and gallons measure volume, so a denser liquid weighs more per gallon.