Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters Calculator
Volume Converter
Convert Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters
Interactive Visualization
1 cubic foot (ft³) = 0.0283168466 cubic meters (m³)
Approximately 35.3 cubic feet make 1 cubic meter
Volume Comparison
This chart visually represents the relationship between cubic feet and cubic meters. Notice that 1 cubic meter is equivalent to approximately 35.3 cubic feet.
How to Convert Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters
Conversion Formula
Cubic Meters = Cubic Feet × 0.0283168466
To convert a volume from cubic feet to cubic meters, multiply the cubic feet value by 0.0283168466.
Example Calculation:
Problem: Convert 10 cubic feet to cubic meters
Solution: 10 ft³ × 0.0283168466 = 0.283168466 m³
Answer: 10 cubic feet equals 0.283168466 cubic meters
What are Cubic Feet and Cubic Meters?
Cubic Foot (ft³)
A cubic foot is a unit of volume in the Imperial and US customary systems, representing the space occupied by a cube with sides of 1 foot. It’s commonly used in the United States for measuring volumes of spaces, materials, and shipping capacities.
Cubic Meter (m³)
A cubic meter is the SI derived unit of volume, representing the space occupied by a cube with sides of 1 meter. It’s used internationally in scientific, industrial, and commercial contexts.
The cubic meter is approximately 35.3 times larger than the cubic foot.
Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters Conversion Table
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Common Applications
Construction and Building
- Calculating concrete volume for foundations and slabs
- Measuring gravel, sand, or soil for landscaping
- Determining room volumes for heating and cooling calculations
Shipping and Logistics
- Container volume calculations
- Freight and cargo volume measurements
- Package dimensions for international shipping
Home and Interior Design
- Measuring room volumes
- Calculating storage space
- Determining appropriate HVAC system sizes
Scientific and Engineering
- Converting between measurement systems in research
- Fluid volume calculations
- Tank and container sizing
Related Volume Conversions
Cubic Feet to Cubic Inches
1 ft³ = 1,728 in³
Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards
1 ft³ = 0.037 yd³
Cubic Feet to Liters
1 ft³ = 28.317 L
Cubic Feet to Gallons (US)
1 ft³ = 7.481 gal
Cubic Feet to Gallons (UK)
1 ft³ = 6.229 gal
Cubic Meters to Cubic Feet
1 m³ = 35.315 ft³