Quickly calculate tank capacity with our Tank Volume Calculator. Works for cylindrical, rectangular, and oval tanks. Get instant results in gallons, liters, or cubic feet with no complex math.
Knowing the capacity of your tank is important whether you’re storing water, fuel, or any liquid. The Tank Volume Calculator helps you quickly find how much your tank can hold based on its shape and size.
This tool works for cylindrical, rectangular, and oval tanks and gives results in gallons, liters, cubic feet, or cubic meters.
Why Use a Tank Volume Calculator?
Manually calculating tank volume can be tricky—especially with different shapes. This calculator saves time, reduces errors, and gives instant results in your preferred unit.
Tank Volume Formulas
1. Rectangular Tank Volume Formula
To find the volume of a rectangular (or square) tank:
V=L×W×H
2. Cylindrical Tank Volume Formula
For a round tank (like a water drum):
V=π×r2×h
Where:
- r = radius (half of diameter)
- h = height (or length if tank is horizontal)
3. Oval (Elliptical) Tank Volume Formula
For an oval or elliptical tank:
V=π×2a×2b×L
Where:
- a = width
- b = height
- L = length
Unit Conversion
Once the volume is found (in cubic inches, feet, or meters), convert it to desired units:
Gallons=Cubic Feet×7.48052
Liters=Cubic Meters×1000
Example Calculation
Let’s calculate the volume of a cylindrical water tank.
Given:
- Diameter = 6 ft
- Height = 10 ft
r=26=3 ft
V=π×32×10=282.74 ft3
Convert cubic feet to gallons:
282.74×7.48052=2114.8 gallons
Result: The tank can hold about 2115 gallons of water.
Benefits of Using the Tank Volume Calculator
- Works for all tank shapes
- Instant results in gallons, liters, or cubic units
- Saves time and avoids manual errors
- Great for water storage, fuel management, and industrial use
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