Convert Pint dry (US) to Bushel (UK)
Please provide values below to convert Pint dry (US) [pt dry] to Bushel (UK) [bu (UK)], or Convert Bushel (UK) to Pint dry (US).
How to Convert Pint Dry (Us) to Bushel (Uk)
1 pt dry = 0.015139671437433 bu (UK)
Example: convert 15 pt dry to bu (UK):
15 pt dry = 15 × 0.015139671437433 bu (UK) = 0.227095071561496 bu (UK)
Pint Dry (Us) to Bushel (Uk) Conversion Table
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Pint Dry (Us)
A pint dry (US) is a unit of volume used to measure dry commodities, equivalent to 1/8 of a US dry gallon, or approximately 33.6 cubic inches (550.61 milliliters).
History/Origin
The pint dry originated in the United States as a customary unit for measuring dry goods, historically used in agriculture and trade. It has been standardized in the US customary system but is less common today due to the adoption of metric measurements.
Current Use
The pint dry (US) is primarily used in specific contexts such as agricultural, food industry, and historical references. It is part of volume conversions within the 'Volume - Dry' category but is rarely used in everyday measurements today.
Bushel (Uk)
A bushel (UK) is a unit of volume used for dry commodities, primarily grains and produce, equal to 8 imperial gallons or approximately 36.37 liters.
History/Origin
The bushel has origins in medieval England, historically used as a measure for agricultural produce. Its size varied regionally until standardized in the UK, where it was defined as 8 imperial gallons in 1824, aligning with the imperial system of measurement.
Current Use
Today, the UK bushel is primarily used in agricultural contexts and for historical or traditional purposes. It is less common in official trade, having been largely replaced by metric units, but remains relevant in certain sectors and for historical reference.