The conversion of 1 litre equals approximately 1.7598 pints. This means that one litre contains about 1.76 pints when rounded to two decimal places.
To convert litres to pints, we multiply the number of litres by the conversion factor 1.7598, because one litre is equivalent to roughly 1.7598 pints. This factor comes from the UK pint measurement, which is about 568.261 millilitres. For example, 1 litre times 1.7598 gives 1.7598 pints.
What is 1 litre in pints?
When you convert 1 litre into pints, you get approximately 1.7598 pints. This shows that a litre is slightly more than a single pint. The conversion is based on the UK measurement system for pints, which is different from the US system. The calculation involves multiplying litres by the conversion factor.
Conversion Tool
Result in pint:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert litres into pints is simple: multiply the number of litres by 1.7598. This works because 1 litre equals approximately 1.7598 pints. The conversion factor is derived from the UK pint, which is 568.261 millilitres. For example, 2 litres times 1.7598 equals 3.5196 pints.
Conversion Example
- Convert 0.5 litres: 0.5 × 1.7598 = 0.8799 pints.
- Convert 2 litres: 2 × 1.7598 = 3.5196 pints.
- Convert 5 litres: 5 × 1.7598 = 8.799 pints.
- Convert 10 litres: 10 × 1.7598 = 17.598 pints.
- Convert 3.5 litres: 3.5 × 1.7598 = 6.1593 pints.
For example, to convert 3.5 litres, multiply 3.5 by 1.7598. Which results in 6.1593 pints. This step-by-step shows how each litre amount is converted directly to pints using the conversion factor.
Conversion Chart
| Litre value | Pint equivalent |
|---|---|
| -24.0 | -42.2352 |
| -23.0 | -40.3404 |
| -22.0 | -38.4456 |
| -21.0 | -36.5508 |
| -20.0 | -34.656 |
| -19.0 | -32.7612 |
| -18.0 | -30.8664 |
| -17.0 | -28.9716 |
| -16.0 | -27.0768 |
| -15.0 | -25.182 |
| -14.0 | -23.2872 |
| -13.0 | -21.3924 |
| -12.0 | -19.4976 |
| -11.0 | -17.6028 |
| -10.0 | -15.708 |
| -9.0 | -13.8132 |
| -8.0 | -11.9184 |
| -7.0 | -10.0236 |
| -6.0 | -8.1288 |
| -5.0 | -6.234 |
| -4.0 | -4.3392 |
| -3.0 | -2.4444 |
| -2.0 | -0.5496 |
| -1.0 | -0.6548 |
| 0.0 | 0 |
| 1.0 | 1.7598 |
| 2.0 | 3.5196 |
| 3.0 | 5.2794 |
| 4.0 | 7.0392 |
| 5.0 | 8.799 |
| 6.0 | 10.5588 |
| 7.0 | 12.3186 |
| 8.0 | 14.0784 |
| 9.0 | 15.8382 |
| 10.0 | 17.598 |
| 11.0 | 19.3578 |
| 12.0 | 21.1176 |
| 13.0 | 22.8774 |
| 14.0 | 24.6372 |
| 15.0 | 26.397 |
| 16.0 | 28.1568 |
| 17.0 | 29.9166 |
| 18.0 | 31.6764 |
| 19.0 | 33.4362 |
| 20.0 | 35.196 |
| 21.0 | 36.9558 |
| 22.0 | 38.7156 |
| 23.0 | 40.4754 |
| 24.0 | 42.2352 |
| 25.0 | 43.995 |
| 26.0 | 45.7548 |
Use this chart to quickly find the pint equivalent for any litre value between -24 and 26. Just locate the litre value on the left, then read the corresponding pint value on the right.
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Conversion Definitions
Litres
A litre, or liter, is a metric unit of volume equal to 1 cubic decimetre, or 1000 cubic centimetres, used worldwide for measuring liquids and gases. It is part of the metric system and standard for volume measurement in many countries.
Pints
A pint is a unit of volume used mainly in the UK and US. The UK pint is about 568.261 millilitres, while the US pint is 473.176 millilitres. It measures liquids, often for beverages, and is traditionally used in recipes and serving sizes in both countries.
Conversion FAQs
How accurate is the conversion from litres to pints?
The conversion uses a fixed factor of 1.7598, which is precise for UK pints. Small variations might occur if using different local measurement standards or rounding, but generally, the calculation provides a close approximation for most purposes.
Why does the conversion factor differ from US pints?
The factor 1.7598 is based on UK measurement standards, where a pint equals 568.261 millilitres. US pints are smaller, at 473.176 millilitres, which results in a different conversion factor if you use US measurements.
Can I use this to convert other volumes?
Yes, by replacing the input value in the tool or formula, you can convert any litre amount into pints. Just multiply the number of litres by 1.7598 to get the equivalent pints in UK measurement.