Convert Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

Learn how to convert from cubic feet to cubic metre with this comprehensive guide. Know the difference between these units and understand the conversion process.
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06 January 2026

When working with volumes, it is common to encounter measurements in both cubic feet and cubic metres. Whether you are involved in construction, shipping, or any field requiring precise volume calculations, understanding the cubic feet to cubic meter conversion is essential. This knowledge ensures accuracy in planning, budgeting, and resource management. Read on to learn more about how to convert cubic feet to cubic meter and explore some popular conversions used across industries.

What is cubic feet?

A cubic foot (ft³) is a commonly used unit of volume in India, especially across real estate, construction, and infrastructure planning. It represents the volume of a space measuring one foot in length, width, and height. Cubic feet are widely used to calculate room sizes, built-up volume, storage capacity, and material requirements by multiplying length, width, and height in feet. This makes it a practical unit for both residential and commercial projects.

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History of cubic feet

The cubic foot is a unit of volume measurement derived from the foot, a traditional unit of length that dates back to ancient times. The foot itself has origins in various early civilisations, where it was roughly based on the length of a human foot. Over centuries, the foot was standardised in different cultures, including the Roman foot and later the Imperial foot used in Britain.

The cubic foot emerged as a natural extension of measuring three-dimensional space, representing the volume of a cube with sides one foot in length. It became widely used in English-speaking countries for construction, shipping, and trade, especially before the adoption of the metric system.

Today, while many countries use the metric system (cubic meters) for volume, the cubic foot remains prevalent in India, the United States, Canada, and parts of the UK for various practical applications like measuring room volumes, cargo space, and heating or cooling capacities.

Cubic feet to other units

The table below shows commonly used conversions from cubic feet to other measurement units, helping you compare volume and area values for construction, real estate, and space calculations.

1 Cubic foot

2.30 acre

1 Cubic foot

0.11 Square yard (yd2)

1 Cubic foot

0.09 square meter (m2)

1 Cubic foot

1 square feet (sq. ft)

1 Cubic foot

12 inch (in)


What is cubic metre?

A cubic metre (m³) is a standard metric unit used to measure volume and represents the space occupied by a cube that is one metre long, wide, and high. It is commonly used in India and across Europe to estimate the volume of rooms, furniture, construction materials, and storage spaces. One cubic metre equals 1,000 litres or about 35.31 cubic feet, making it a practical unit for everyday volume calculations.

Cubic meter to other conversion units

Easily convert cubic meters to other volume units like liters, cubic feet, gallons, and more. Simplify your calculations with accurate and quick conversions for any measurement need.

Cubic Meter (m³)

Equivalent in Other Units

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

1,000 liters (L)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

1,000,000 milliliters (mL)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

35.3147 cubic feet (ft³)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

1.30795 cubic yards (yd³)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

61023.7 cubic inches (in³)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

6.28981 barrels (oil, US)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

264.172 gallons (US liquid)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

219.969 gallons (UK/Imperial)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

1056.69 quarts (US liquid)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

845.35 quarts (UK/Imperial)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

2113.38 pints (US liquid)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

1690.7 pints (UK/Imperial)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

1000 deciliters (dL)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

10 hectoliters (hL)

1 Cubic Meter (m3)

0.000810713 acre-feet


What is the relation between cubic feet and cubic metres

Cubic feet and cubic metres are units of volume used in different measurement systems. The key relation lies in the conversion factor: 1 cubic foot is approximately equal to 0.0283168 cubic metres. This conversion factor allows for seamless transitions between the imperial and metric systems when dealing with volume measurements.

How to convert cubic feet to cubic metre

Converting cubic feet to cubic metres involves a straightforward multiplication using the conversion factor. The formula is:

Cubic meters = Cubic feet × 0.0283168

Cubic feet to cubic metre formula with example

Let us use a practical example. Suppose you have a volume of 500 cubic feet, and you want to express it in cubic metres. Applying the formula:

Cubic meters = 500 cubic feet × 0.0283168

Cubic meters = 14.1584

So, 500 cubic feet is approximately equivalent to 14.1584 cubic metres.

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Cubic feet to cubic meter conversion units

Cubic feet to cubic metres conversions help you quickly translate volume measurements between imperial and metric systems, making them useful for construction planning, storage calculations, and space estimation.

Cubic Feet

Cubic Meter

1 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.028 Cubic Meter

2 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.057 Cubic Meter

3 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.085 Cubic Meter

4 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.113 Cubic Meter

5 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.142 Cubic Meter

6 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.17 Cubic Meter

7 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.198 Cubic Meter

8 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.227 Cubic Meter

9 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.255 Cubic Meter

10 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.283 Cubic Meter

11 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.311 Cubic Meter

12 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.34 Cubic Meter

13 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.368 Cubic Meter

14 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.396 Cubic Meter

15 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.425 Cubic Meter

16 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.453 Cubic Meter

17 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.481 Cubic Meter

18 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.51 Cubic Meter

19 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.538 Cubic Meter

20 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

0.566 Cubic Meter

50 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

1.41584 Cubic Meter

100 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

2.83168 Cubic Meter

500 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

14.1584 Cubic Meter

1000 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

28.3168 Cubic Meter

5000 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

141.584 Cubic Meter

10000 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

283.168 Cubic Meter

50000 Cubic Feet to Cubic Meter

1415.84 Cubic Meter


Useful length conversion units

These commonly used length and area conversion units help simplify property measurements, land calculations, and construction planning, making it easier to compare values across different regional and standard measurement systems.

Hectare To Acres

Square Feet To Square Metre

Cent To Square Feet

Sqaure Meter To Acre

Square Meter To Bigha

Cent To Square Yard

Cm To Feet

Square Inch To Square Feet

Square Feet To Square Yard

Square Meter To Square Feet


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Frequently asked questions

How many cubic metre in cubic feet?

1 cubic foot is approximately equal to 0.0283168 cubic metres.

How many cubic feet in a cubic metre?

1 cubic Meter is approximately equal to 35.3147 cubic feet.

How many cubic metres in 1 cubic foot?

1 cubic foot is equivalent to 0.0283168 cubic metres.

How many cubic metres in 10 cubic feet?

10 cubic feet is equivalent to 0.283168 cubic metres.

How many cubic metres in 100 cubic feet?

100 cubic feet is equivalent to 2.83168 cubic metres.

Can the size of a property in cubic meters affect my eligibility for a loan against property?

Yes, property size in cubic meters can influence eligibility. Larger properties might have higher valuation, impacting loan amounts. Learn more about loan against property eligibility.

Can I use an area conversion calculator to convert cubic feet to cubic meters?

Yes, an area conversion calculator simplifies converting cubic feet to cubic meters accurately.

Is there an easy trick to remember the conversion from cubic feet to cubic meters?

Multiply cubic feet by 0.0283 to convert to cubic meters. Memorising this factor makes conversion straightforward.

Is 1 cubic foot equal to 0.0283 cubic meters?

One cubic foot equals approximately 0.0283 cubic meters. This conversion factor is universally used for accurate calculations.

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