Cylinder Volume Calculator
Calculate the volume of a cylinder from its radius and height, such as a tank or pipe. Enter both in the same unit to get volume in cubic units.
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Calculate the volume of a cylinder from its radius and height, such as a tank or pipe. Enter both in the same unit to get volume in cubic units.
Worked example
Example calculated from the starting values. Enter your own values and press Calculate to get your result.
With the default inputs (radius = 0.5 m, height = 1.2 m), the results are: volume 0.942 m³; volume in litres 942 L.
Quick reference: radius vs result
Reference table based on the example values; it is not your calculation result.
| Radius (m) | Volume | Volume in litres |
|---|---|---|
| 0.25 | 0.236 m³ | 236 L |
| 0.5 | 0.942 m³ | 942 L |
| 1 | 3.770 m³ | 3,770 L |
| 2.5 | 23.562 m³ | 23,562 L |
| 5 | 94.248 m³ | 94,248 L |
| 10 | 376.991 m³ | 376,991 L |
Frequently asked questions
What formula does this calculator use?
Volume = pi × r^2 × h; Volume in litres = pi × r^2 × h × 1000. Variables: r = radius in m, h = height in m.
What do I need to enter?
You need radius (m), height (m). Results update as you type.
What is an example result?
With the default inputs (radius = 0.5 m, height = 1.2 m), the results are: volume 0.942 m³; volume in litres 942 L.
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