Frustum Of A Cone Volume Calculator

Quickly compute the volume of a truncated cone using the top and bottom radii along with the height. This frustum of a cone volume calculator helps you apply the truncated cone volume formula accurately.

Formula

V = (1/3) × π × h × (R² + R×r + r²)

Use this formula to determine the volume of a frustum based on the radii of the top and bottom circles and the height.

Popular Examples

Bottom Radius (R)Top Radius (r)Height (h)Volume
5310523.598776
84121759.291887
625261.799388
105153141.592654
738747.699527

How To Calculate Manually

To calculate the volume of a frustum without a calculator:

1. Square the bottom radius (R²) and top radius (r²).
2. Multiply the bottom radius by the top radius (R×r).
3. Sum these three values (R² + R×r + r²).
4. Multiply the sum by π and the height (h).
5. Divide the result by 3 to get the volume.

About This Calculator

This Frustum of a Cone Volume Calculator automatically computes the volume to six decimal places. It is ideal for students, engineers, and anyone working with cone-shaped structures.

Interesting Facts

• Frustums are commonly found in buckets, lampshades, and truncated cones.
• The volume formula is derived from subtracting the volume of the small cone from the large cone.
• Knowing the frustum volume is important in construction and manufacturing.
• Frustum calculations are also used in liquid storage and engineering projects.
• The frustum is a truncated cone with parallel circular bases.