Convert barrel (oil) to gallon (US)
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to gallon (US) [gal (US)], or Convert gallon (US) to barrel (oil).
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Gallon (Us)
1 bbl (oil) = 41.9999999926032 gal (US)
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to gal (US):
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 41.9999999926032 gal (US) = 629.999999889048 gal (US)
Barrel (Oil) to Gallon (Us) 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 (Us)
A gallon (US) is a unit of volume measurement primarily used in the United States, equal to 128 US fluid ounces or approximately 3.785 liters.
History/Origin
The US gallon was established based on the British imperial gallon but was redefined in the United States in the 19th century. It has been used for measuring liquids like fuel, milk, and other fluids in the US since the 19th century.
Current Use
The US gallon is widely used in the United States for measuring liquid volumes such as gasoline, milk, and other beverages. It remains a standard unit in commerce, industry, and daily life within the US.