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Convert Liter to Imperial Quart

Convert liters to imperial quarts instantly. 1 liter = 0.8798769932 imperial quart — use the live calculator, the exact formula, a conversion table and worked examples. Also check the Imperial Quart to Liter converter for the reverse conversion.

Written by Sunith Babu L, Ph.D., Lead Engineer Reviewed by Dr. Jaya Christiyan K G, Ph.D.
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Units explained

Metric / SI

Liter

What is a liter?

The liter is a metric unit of volume equal to one cubic decimeter (0.001 m³). It is the everyday metric volume unit.

Origin of the liter

Introduced in France in 1795; redefined in 1964 as exactly one cubic decimeter.

Where it is used

The world's common unit for beverages, fuel, and household liquids.

When and where it was developed

France, 1795; CGPM 1964.

Imperial (UK)

Imperial Quart

What is a imperial quart?

An imperial quart is one quarter of an imperial gallon (1.13652 L).

Origin of the imperial quart

A subdivision of the 1824 imperial gallon.

Where it is used

Used in the UK and Commonwealth.

When and where it was developed

UK, 1824.

Liter to Imperial Quart conversion formula

The relationship between liters and imperial quarts:

1 L = 0.8798769932 qt
1 qt = 1.1365225 L

To convert liters to imperial quarts, multiply the value in liters by 0.8798769932. To reverse, multiply imperial quarts by 1.1365225.

How to use this converter

Type a value into the calculator. The result in imperial quarts updates as you type. Tap a quick value, copy the result with one click, or use the swap arrow to jump straight to the Imperial Quart to Liter converter for the reverse direction.

Step-by-step: convert liters to imperial quarts

  1. Write down the value in liters (L).
  2. Multiply that value by the factor 0.8798769932.
  3. The product is the equivalent value in imperial quarts (qt).
  4. To reverse, multiply the imperial quart value by 1.1365225.

Worked examples

Example 1 — Convert 1 L to qt:
1 × 0.8798769932 = 0.8798769932 qt

Example 2 — Convert 100 L to qt:
100 × 0.8798769932 = 87.9876993196 qt

Real-world example — Ruler-scale measurements

A 30-liter school ruler converts cleanly to imperial quarts — useful when buying a desk accessory from a retailer whose product specs use a different unit.

30 L × 0.8798769932 = 26.3963097959 qt

Real-world example — Hardware-scale dimensions

A 10-liter fastener or component is about as long as a thumbnail. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts convert between liters and imperial quarts daily when mixing metric and imperial tools.

10 L × 0.8798769932 = 8.798769932 qt

Real-world example — Postcard and small-object dimensions

A postcard is about 5 liters wide. Converting to imperial quarts is essential for international postal addressing forms that ask for dimensions in different units across countries.

5 L × 0.8798769932 = 4.399384966 qt

Liter to Imperial Quart conversion table

Standard reference values for converting liters to imperial quarts:

Liter [L]Imperial Quart [qt]
0.010.0087987699
0.10.0879876993
10.8798769932
21.7597539864
32.6396309796
43.5195079728
54.399384966
108.798769932
2017.5975398639
3026.3963097959
4035.1950797279
5043.9938496598
10087.9876993196
500439.9384965982
1000879.8769931964

Frequently asked questions

How many imperial quarts is 1 liter?
1 liter equals 0.8798769932 imperial quart.
How do I convert liters to imperial quarts?
Multiply the value in liters by 0.8798769932 to get imperial quarts.
How do I convert imperial quarts back to liters?
Multiply the value in imperial quarts by 1.1365225, or use the Imperial Quart to Liter converter.
How many imperial quarts is 100 liters?
100 liters equals 87.9876993196 imperial quarts, because 100 × 0.8798769932 = 87.9876993196.

Convert Liter to other volume units

Show all Liter conversions
Metric / SI (13 units)
Liter to Picoliter (pL) Liter to Nanoliter (nL) Liter to Cubic Millimeter (mm³) Liter to Microliter (µL) Liter to Cubic Centimeter (cm³) Liter to Milliliter (mL) Liter to Centiliter (cL) Liter to Deciliter (dL) Liter to Dekaliter (daL) Liter to Hectoliter (hL) Liter to Cubic Meter (m³) Liter to Kiloliter (kL) Liter to Cubic Kilometer (km³)
US Customary (Liquid) (15 units)
Liter to US Minim (min) Liter to US Fluid Dram (fl dr) Liter to US Teaspoon (tsp) Liter to US Dessertspoon (dsp) Liter to US Tablespoon (tbsp) Liter to US Fluid Ounce (fl oz) Liter to US Gill (gi) Liter to US Cup (cup) Liter to US Pint (pt) Liter to US Quart (qt) Liter to US Gallon (gal) Liter to US Liquid Barrel (bbl) Liter to US Oil Barrel (bbl (oil)) Liter to US Hogshead (hhd) Liter to Tun (tun)
US Customary (Dry) (5 units)
Liter to US Dry Pint (dry pt) Liter to US Dry Quart (dry qt) Liter to US Dry Gallon (dry gal) Liter to US Peck (pk) Liter to US Bushel (bu)
Imperial (UK) (14 units)
Liter to Imperial Minim (min) Liter to Imperial Fluid Drachm (fl dr) Liter to Imperial Teaspoon (tsp) Liter to Imperial Dessertspoon (dsp) Liter to Imperial Tablespoon (tbsp) Liter to Imperial Fluid Ounce (fl oz) Liter to Imperial Gill (gi) Liter to Imperial Cup (cup) Liter to Imperial Pint (pt) Liter to Imperial Quart (qt) Liter to Imperial Gallon (gal) Liter to Imperial Peck (pk) Liter to Imperial Bushel (bu) Liter to Imperial Barrel (bbl)
Cubic (length-derived) (4 units)
Liter to Cubic Inch (in³) Liter to Cubic Foot (ft³) Liter to Cubic Yard (yd³) Liter to Cubic Mile (mi³)
Cooking / Culinary (5 units)
Liter to Drop (gtt) Liter to Metric Teaspoon (tsp) Liter to Metric Dessertspoon (dsp) Liter to Metric Tablespoon (tbsp) Liter to Metric Cup (cup)
Industrial / Specialized (6 units)
Liter to Board Foot (bf) Liter to Stere (st) Liter to Ton Register (RT) Liter to Cord (cord) Liter to Acre-Inch (ac·in) Liter to Acre-Foot (ac·ft)

Sources & references

Conversion factor (1 L = 0.8798769932 qt) verified against the following authoritative sources:

Results are provided for general reference. Verify critical measurements against an authoritative standard.