Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter Converter
Quickly and accurately convert volume measurements from cubic feet to cubic meters with our free online Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter Converter. Perfect for construction, shipping, engineering, and more.
Common Conversions
| Cubic Feet (ft³) | Cubic Meters (m³) |
|---|---|
| 1 ft³ | 0.0283168 m³ |
| 5 ft³ | 0.141584 m³ |
| 10 ft³ | 0.283168 m³ |
| 25 ft³ | 0.70792 m³ |
| 50 ft³ | 1.41584 m³ |
| 100 ft³ | 2.83168 m³ |
| 500 ft³ | 14.1584 m³ |
| 1000 ft³ | 28.3168 m³ |
How It Works
Converting from cubic feet (ft³) to cubic meters (m³) is a common volume conversion, especially in construction, shipping, and engineering. This conversion bridges the imperial system (cubic feet) and the metric system (cubic meters).
Conversion Formula:
1 cubic foot = 0.0283168 cubic meters
To convert cubic feet to cubic meters, multiply the cubic feet value by 0.0283168:
Cubic Meters = Cubic Feet × 0.0283168
Example Calculation:
To convert 50 cubic feet to cubic meters:
Cubic Meters = 50 ft³ × 0.0283168 = 1.41584 m³
Our converter handles this calculation automatically and provides results with up to 9 decimal places for precision. It also formats the result to remove unnecessary trailing zeros for better readability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cubic foot?
A cubic foot (ft³) is the volume of a cube with edges of 1 foot in length. It’s a unit of volume in the imperial and US customary systems, commonly used in the United States and some other countries for measuring volumes in construction, shipping, and real estate.
What is a cubic meter?
A cubic meter (m³) is the volume of a cube with edges of 1 meter in length. It’s the standard unit of volume in the International System of Units (SI) and is commonly used worldwide for measuring large volumes of liquids, gases, or solid materials.
Why would I need to convert cubic feet to cubic meters?
This conversion is commonly needed when working with international standards, in scientific contexts, or when dealing with suppliers or customers who use the metric system. For example, if you’re in the US and need to ship items to countries that use the metric system, you would need to convert your measurements from cubic feet to cubic meters.
How accurate is this converter?
Our converter uses the standard conversion factor of 0.0283168 cubic meters per cubic foot, which is accurate to the commonly accepted international standard. The calculator can display results with up to 9 decimal places for high precision needs.
What are some common uses for cubic foot and cubic meter measurements?
Cubic feet are often used in the US for measuring room volumes, refrigerator capacity, air conditioning capacity, and smaller shipping volumes. Cubic meters are commonly used for measuring concrete, soil, water tanks, shipping containers, and large-scale liquid storage internationally.
How do I convert cubic meters back to cubic feet?
To convert from cubic meters to cubic feet, multiply the cubic meter value by 35.3147. Alternatively, you can use our Cubic Meter to Cubic Feet Converter for quick and accurate conversions.