Cubic Feet To Cubic Meters Converter

What is a Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters Conversion?

A Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters Converter is a tool for translating a measurement of volume from the imperial system (cubic feet, ft³) to the SI metric system (cubic meters, m³). This conversion is essential in fields that deal with large volumes across international standards, such as construction, shipping, HVAC, and civil engineering.

How to Use the Cubic Feet to Cubic Meters Converter

Our converter offers instant, bidirectional conversions for your convenience.

1. Enter a value: Type a number into either the "Cubic Feet (ft³)" or "Cubic Meters (m³)" field.
2. View the result: The other field will automatically update with the converted value.
3. Swap units: Click the swap button () to reverse the conversion direction.

The Conversion Formula

The conversion is based on the relationship between feet and meters.

$$ 1 \text{ meter} = 3.28084 \text{ feet} $$

$$ 1 \text{ cubic meter} = (3.28084)^3 \text{ cubic feet} \approx 35.3147 \text{ ft}^3 $$

This gives the conversion factor:

$$ 1 \text{ cubic foot} \approx 0.0283168 \text{ cubic meters} $$

The formulas are:

$$ \text{m}^3 = \text{ft}^3 \times 0.0283168 $$

$$ \text{ft}^3 = \frac{\text{m}^3}{0.0283168} $$

Practical Example: Concrete Pour

A construction project in the US requires 100 cubic feet of concrete for a foundation. The concrete supplier, using metric standards, needs the order in cubic meters.

• Known Value: 100 ft³
• Calculation: m³ = 100 × 0.0283168 ≈ 2.83 m³
• Using the calculator: Entering "100" in the ft³ field instantly shows approximately 2.83 in the m³ field.

This ensures the correct amount of material is ordered, preventing costly delays. For other volume conversions, you can use our general Volume Converter. For calculating material needs for a project, the Cubic Yard Calculator is a helpful tool. To convert volume to weight, try the Cubic Feet to Pounds Calculator.

Why This Conversion is Important

• International Trade: Shipping container volumes are often measured in cubic meters (CBM), while warehouse space in the US may be in cubic feet.
• Engineering & Construction: It allows engineers and builders from different regions to collaborate using a common set of units.
• Scientific Research: The cubic meter is the standard SI unit for volume, making this conversion necessary for reporting data in a standardized format.

To learn more about international standards, you can visit the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). For official definitions of SI units, the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (BIPM) is the global authority.