Convert gallon (US)/100 mi to nautical mile/gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert gallon (US)/100 mi [gal (US)/100 mi] to nautical mile/gallon (US) [n.mile/gal], or Convert nautical mile/gallon (US) to gallon (US)/100 mi.
How to Convert Gallon (Us)/100 Mi to Nautical Mile/gallon (Us)
The conversion between gallon (US)/100 mi and nautical mile/gallon (US) is not linear or involves a specific formula. Please use the calculator above for an accurate conversion.
To convert from gallon (US)/100 mi to the base unit, the formula is: y = 42.5143707 / gallon (US)/100 mi
Gallon (Us)/100 Mi to Nautical Mile/gallon (Us) Conversion Table
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Gallon (Us)/100 Mi
A measurement of fuel consumption indicating the number of gallons used per 100 miles traveled.
History/Origin
The gallon (US) has been used as a standard unit of volume in the United States since the 19th century, primarily for measuring liquids like fuel. The 'per 100 miles' metric is a common way to express fuel efficiency in the US, especially in automotive contexts.
Current Use
This unit is used in the United States to express fuel consumption, particularly for vehicles, indicating how many gallons of fuel are needed to travel 100 miles.
Nautical Mile/gallon (Us)
Nautical mile per gallon (US) is a unit of fuel efficiency measuring the distance traveled in nautical miles per gallon of fuel consumed.
History/Origin
The unit originated from maritime and aviation contexts where nautical miles are standard for navigation, and it has been used primarily in the United States to assess fuel consumption of ships and aircraft.
Current Use
Currently, this unit is used in specialized maritime and aeronautical industries within the US to evaluate fuel efficiency, though it is less common than other units like miles per gallon or liters per 100 kilometers.