Convert liters to cubic centimeters

1 L = 1,000 cm³. Change the amount below, or read the formula and the reference table further down.

1 liter equals

1,000cubic centimeters

1 L = 1,000 cm³

The formula

Liters and cubic centimeters both measure volume from the same zero, so a single multiplier does the job.

cm³ = L × 1,000

Going the other way? Convert cubic centimeters to liters.

Liters to cubic centimeters table

Common values, rounded for reading.

Liters (L)Cubic centimeters (cm³)
11,000
22,000
33,000
44,000
55,000
66,000
77,000
88,000
99,000
1010,000
1515,000
2020,000
2525,000
3030,000
4040,000
5050,000
7575,000
100100,000
250250,000
500500,000
1,0001,000,000

Questions people ask

How many cubic centimeters are in a liter?
One liter equals 1,000 cubic centimeters.
How do I convert liters to cubic centimeters by hand?
Multiply the number of liters by 1,000. For a rough check, 1,000 is close enough for most everyday use.
What is 1 liter in cubic centimeters?
1 liter is 1,000 cubic centimeters.

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