Convert barrel (oil) to dram
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to dram [dr], or Convert dram to barrel (oil).
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Dram
1 bbl (oil) = 43008.0022647281 dr
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to dr:
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 43008.0022647281 dr = 645120.033970922 dr
Barrel (Oil) to Dram Conversion Table
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Barrel (Oil)
A barrel (bbl) is a unit of volume primarily used to measure quantities of oil and petroleum products, equivalent to 42 US gallons or approximately 159 liters.
History/Origin
The barrel originated as a measure for liquid goods in the 19th century, initially used in the brewing and distilling industries. Its use for oil measurement became standardized in the early 20th century, with the 42-gallon size becoming the industry standard in the United States.
Current Use
The barrel remains the standard unit of measurement for crude oil and petroleum products globally, used in trading, production, and inventory management within the oil industry.
Dram
A dram is a unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, equivalent to 1/8 of an fluid ounce or approximately 3.7 milliliters.
History/Origin
The dram originated in the apothecary system in medieval Europe and was historically used for measuring medicines and small quantities of liquids. Its use has declined with the adoption of metric units.
Current Use
Today, the dram is primarily used in the context of measuring spirits and liquors, especially in the United States, where it is often used to denote a small serving or shot of alcohol.