Calculating the capacity of a water tank in liters depends on its shape. Here's how to determine the volume for both rectangular and cylindrical tanks:

Rectangular Water Tank

• Measure Dimensions:
• Length (L)
• Width (W)

• Height (H)

• Calculate Volume:

• Formula: Volume = L × W × H

• Units: Ensure measurements are in meters to get volume in cubic meters (m³).

• Convert to Liters:

• 1 cubic meter = 1,000 liters
• Capacity in Liters: Volume (m³) × 1,000

Example:
- Length = 2 meters
- Width = 1 meter
- Height = 0.5 meters

Calculation:
- Volume = 2 m × 1 m × 0.5 m = 1 m³
- Capacity = 1 m³ × 1,000 = 1,000 liters

Cylindrical Water Tank

• Measure Dimensions:
• Diameter (D)

• Height (H)

• Calculate Radius:

• Radius (R) = Diameter ÷ 2

• Calculate Volume:

• Formula: Volume = × R² × H

• Units: Ensure measurements are in meters to get volume in cubic meters (m³).

• Convert to Liters:

• 1 cubic meter = 1,000 liters
• Capacity in Liters: Volume (m³) × 1,000

Example:
- Diameter = 1.12 meters
- Height = 1 meter

Calculation:
- Radius = 1.12 m ÷ 2 = 0.56 m
- Volume = × (0.56 m)² × 1 m 0.984 m³
- Capacity = 0.984 m³ × 1,000 984 liters

By following these formulas, you can accurately determine the capacity of your water tank in liters.

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