How to Calculate the Volume of a Ball: Sports Equipment Comparison
By Sphere Volume Formula Editorial Team
Published on September 25, 2026
Peer-Reviewed • SI & Imperial Units
Comparing Volumes of Everyday Sports Balls
| Sport | Diameter (cm) | Radius (cm) | Volume (cm³) |
|---|
| Table Tennis | 4.0 cm | 2.0 cm | 33.5 cm³ |
| Golf Ball | 4.27 cm | 2.135 cm | 40.7 cm³ |
| Tennis Ball | 6.7 cm | 3.35 cm | 157.5 cm³ |
| Soccer Ball (Size 5) | 22.0 cm | 11.0 cm | 5,575.3 cm³ |
| Basketball (Size 7) | 24.0 cm | 12.0 cm | 7,238.2 cm³ |
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