Convert Quarts to Liters

Category: Various Measurements/Units
- May 01, 2025
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Easily convert between quarts and liters for cooking, science, and other applications. 1 US liquid quart equals 0.946353 liters.

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About Quart and Liter Measurements

Quarts and liters are both units of volume but are used in different measurement systems. The liter is part of the metric system used worldwide, while the quart is primarily used in the United States and some other countries.

Different Types of Quarts
  • US Liquid Quart: Used for liquid measurements in the US. 1 US liquid quart = 0.946353 liters
  • US Dry Quart: Used for dry measurements in the US. 1 US dry quart = 1.101221 liters
  • Imperial Quart: Used in the UK before metric adoption. 1 Imperial quart = 1.1365225 liters
Common Conversions
  • 1 US liquid quart = 0.946353 liters = 2 US liquid pints = 4 US cups
  • 1 liter = 1.05669 US liquid quarts = 0.908 US dry quarts = 0.88 Imperial quarts
  • 1 US gallon = 4 US liquid quarts = 3.78541 liters
Common Uses
  • Quarts: Commonly used for milk, oil, and other liquids in the United States
  • Liters: Standard unit for volume in the metric system, used globally for liquids

What Is a Quarts to Liters Converter?

The Quarts to Liters Converter is a free and easy-to-use unit conversion tool that helps you convert quarts into liters and vice versa. This is especially useful for anyone working with recipes, scientific experiments, or international measurements where both metric and imperial volume units are involved.

This Conversion Calculator eliminates the need to remember or search for conversion factors by automatically performing the value conversion based on the type of quart you're using—US liquid, US dry, or Imperial quart.

Conversion Formula

Liters = Quarts × Conversion Factor

Quarts = Liters ÷ Conversion Factor

Here are the common conversion factors used:

  • 1 US liquid quart = 0.946353 liters
  • 1 US dry quart = 1.101221 liters
  • 1 Imperial quart = 1.1365225 liters

How to Use the Converter

Follow these simple steps to convert quarts to liters or liters to quarts:

  • Select the direction of conversion: Quarts to Liters or Liters to Quarts.
  • Enter the value you want to convert.
  • Choose the type of quart if applicable (US liquid, US dry, or Imperial).
  • Optional: Choose how many decimal places you want to display.
  • Click the "Convert" button to see the result.

The result appears instantly, along with the conversion formula and step-by-step explanation to help you understand how the value was calculated.

Why This Conversion Tool Is Helpful

This measurement converter is perfect for everyday use and professional tasks. Whether you're cooking an international recipe, conducting a Science project, or handling industrial volume data, having a quick and reliable conversion helper is invaluable.

You don’t need to memorize conversion rates or do mental Math—this unit conversion tool does it for you accurately and efficiently.

Key Features

  • Supports three quart types: US Liquid, US Dry, and Imperial
  • Bidirectional conversion between quarts and liters
  • Customizable decimal precision
  • Displays formula and calculation steps
  • Instant results with no internet required once loaded

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a quart?

A quart is a unit of volume commonly used in the United States and United Kingdom. It is equal to one-fourth of a gallon. There are different types of quarts depending on the system: US liquid, US dry, and Imperial.

What is a liter?

A liter is a metric unit of volume. It is widely used around the world, especially for measuring liquids such as water, milk, or oil.

Is the conversion the same for all quart types?

No, each quart type has a different volume in liters. This tool accounts for the differences by allowing you to choose the correct quart type before converting.

Can I convert liters to quarts as well?

Yes. Simply change the conversion direction to “Liters to Quarts,” enter your value, and the tool will convert it using the appropriate formula.

Do I need an internet connection to use it?

No, once the page is fully loaded, the calculator works offline as all logic runs within your browser.

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  • Convert Liters to Gallons: Useful for understanding volume in US vs. metric units.

Whether you're a student, cook, scientist, or someone dealing with volume measurements, this conversion tool provides accurate and fast results to simplify your day-to-day tasks.