How to convert kL to litres
A kilolitre is 1,000 litres. To convert kilolitres to litres, multiply by 1,000. To convert litres to kilolitres, divide by 1,000.
kilolitres = litres ÷ 1,000
How to convert L to kL
Example: 2,500 L ÷ 1,000 = 2.5 kL. Example: 3.2 kL × 1,000 = 3,200 L. You can also open this page with the unit already set to litres by using the link L to kL.
kL, m³ and litres
One kilolitre equals exactly one cubic metre (1 m³). That is why water supply and storage tanks in India are often quoted in kL. It is the same volume as 1,000 litres.
| Unit | Equal to |
|---|---|
| 1 kL | 1,000 L |
| 1 kL | 1 m³ |
| 1 kL | 1,000,000 mL |
| 1 L | 0.001 kL |
| 1 US gallon | 3.785411784 L |
| 1 imperial gallon | 4.54609 L |