Convert cubic meters to cubic feet

1 m³=35.3147ft³

Use the converter below to change any cubic meters value into cubic feet instantly — with formula, conversion table, and real-world examples.

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Conversion formula

Forward

cubic feet = cubic meters × 35.3147

Reverse

cubic meters = cubic feet × 0.02832

Example: 10 m³ × 35.3147 = 353.147 ft³.

About both units

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Cubic Meter

m³

The cubic metre is the SI derived unit of volume, equal to 1000 litres. It is used for large quantities — water supply, natural gas, concrete, shipping containers and storage tanks. A 20-foot shipping container holds about 33 m³.

Real-world: A 20 ft shipping container holds ~33 m³. UK household water use is ~130 m³/year. Natural gas is billed per m³ in Europe.

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Cubic Foot

ft³

The cubic foot equals 28.317 litres exactly. It is used in US HVAC and ventilation (CFM — cubic feet per minute), US natural gas billing, and appliance capacity (refrigerators, freezers). One cubic foot is roughly the volume of a standard shoebox times six.

Real-world: A typical US fridge is 20 cu ft (566 L). US HVAC flow rated in CFM. US residential gas billed per 100 cu ft (CCF).

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Cubic Meter to Cubic Foot conversion table

Common cubic meters to cubic feet values for quick reference.

Cubic Meter (m³)	Cubic Foot (ft³)
1 m³	35.3147 ft³
2 m³	70.6293 ft³
5 m³	176.573 ft³
10 m³	353.147 ft³
20 m³	706.293 ft³
50 m³	1,765.73 ft³
100 m³	3,531.47 ft³
200 m³	7,062.93 ft³
500 m³	17,657.33 ft³
1,000 m³	35,314.67 ft³

Tips & common mistakes

Quick tips

1 m³ = 1000 L = 1,000,000 ml.
A cube 1 m on each side contains 1 m³ — useful mental image.
Concrete for a small patio slab (3 × 3 × 0.1 m) = 0.9 m³.

Avoid these

Confusing m³ with m² (area) on architectural plans.
Using m³ when litres would communicate better for small volumes.
Mixing cubic metres and cubic feet without conversion — 1 m³ = 35.3 ft³.

Frequently asked questions

How many cubic feet in a cubic meter?

One cubic meter equals 35.3147 cubic feet.

How do I convert cubic meters to cubic feet?

Multiply the cubic meter value by 35.3147 to get the equivalent in cubic feet.

What is 100 cubic meters in cubic feet?

100 cubic meters equals 3,531.47 cubic feet.

Is a cubic meter bigger than a cubic foot?

Yes. 1 cubic meter equals 35.3147 cubic feet, so one cubic meter is larger.

How to convert cubic meters to cubic feet without a calculator?

Multiply by 35.31 for a quick estimate; use a calculator for precise results.

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