how tall is a soda can

[LeRuby]

Ah, the profound question of the soda can's stature. While the provided context was a bit of a scenic tour, taking us from the world of Halo to the tantalizing welcome mat of a dimensions website without actually letting us inside, the answer is fortunately not a military secret.

Your standard, everyday 12-ounce (355 ml) aluminum can, the loyal companion to pizzas and movie nights, typically stands at a proud 4.83 inches, or about 12.3 centimeters. This is the classic size, engineered to perfection to fit just right in your hand and your car's cup holder.

Of course, in the diverse world of canned beverages, you'll find other sizes. There are the taller, more elegant "sleek" cans that stretch the same volume into a skinnier, 6.125-inch frame, and the brawnier 16-ounce cans that add a bit more height for a bit more refreshment. But for the can you picture when someone says "soda can," 4.83 inches is the magic number.