Square Pyramid Volume Calculator
Square pyramid volume calculator: volume from the base edge and height, or the missing dimension.
V = ⅓ · a² · h
How to use this calculator
- Choose the quantity you want under “Solve for”.
- Type the known values and pick their units: any combination works.
- The result updates as you type. Open “Show the steps” to see the substitution.
V = ⅓ a² h, one third of the box with the same base and height.
Formula
V = ⅓ · a² · h
| Symbol | Quantity | Units |
|---|---|---|
| a | Base edge | m, km, cm, mm, µm, nm, pm, Å, in, ft, yd, mi, nmi, au, ly |
| h | Height | m, km, cm, mm, µm, nm, pm, Å, in, ft, yd, mi, nmi, au, ly |
| V | Volume | L, mL, µL, m³, dm³, cm³, gal, gal (UK), qt, pt, cup, fl oz, ft³, in³ |
Worked example
Given: a = 10 cm · h = 15 cm
V = ⅓ a² h
Result: V = 500 cm³
Frequently asked questions
Volume with a 10 cm base edge and 15 cm height?
⅓ × 100 × 15 = 500 cm³.