Convert barrel (oil) to gallon (UK)
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to gallon (UK) [gal (UK)], or Convert gallon (UK) to barrel (oil).
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Gallon (Uk)
1 bbl (oil) = 34.9723157482584 gal (UK)
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to gal (UK):
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 34.9723157482584 gal (UK) = 524.584736223876 gal (UK)
Barrel (Oil) to Gallon (Uk) 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.
Gallon (Uk)
The gallon (UK), also known as the imperial gallon, is a unit of volume used primarily in the United Kingdom, equal to 4.54609 liters.
History/Origin
The UK gallon was established in 1824 as part of the imperial system, replacing earlier gallons used in England. It was standardized with the adoption of the imperial system, based on the volume of 10 pounds of water at a specific temperature.
Current Use
The UK gallon is still used in the United Kingdom for measuring fuel, beverages, and other liquids, though the liter is increasingly common in official and scientific contexts.