Convert barrel (oil) to tun
Please provide values below to convert barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)] to tun [tun], or Convert tun to barrel (oil).
1 bbl (oil) = 0.166666666562 tun. To convert barrel (oil) to tun, multiply the value by 0.166666666562; to go the other way, divide by it (1 tun = 6.00000000377 bbl (oil)). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 bbl (oil) = 0.166666666562 tun
- 1 tun = 6.00000000377 bbl (oil)
- 10 bbl (oil) = 1.66666666562 tun
- 100 bbl (oil) = 16.6666666562 tun
How to Convert Barrel (Oil) to Tun
1 bbl (oil) = 0.166666666561836 tun
Example: convert 15 bbl (oil) to tun:
15 bbl (oil) = 15 × 0.166666666561836 tun = 2.49999999842755 tun
Barrel (Oil) to Tun Conversion Table
| barrel (oil) | tun |
|---|---|
| 1 bbl (oil) | 0.166666666562 tun |
| 2 bbl (oil) | 0.333333333124 tun |
| 3 bbl (oil) | 0.499999999686 tun |
| 5 bbl (oil) | 0.833333332809 tun |
| 10 bbl (oil) | 1.66666666562 tun |
| 20 bbl (oil) | 3.33333333124 tun |
| 50 bbl (oil) | 8.33333332809 tun |
| 100 bbl (oil) | 16.6666666562 tun |
| 500 bbl (oil) | 83.3333332809 tun |
| 1000 bbl (oil) | 166.666666562 tun |
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.
Tun
A tun is a large unit of volume traditionally used to measure liquids, especially wine and other beverages, equivalent to approximately 252 gallons or 954 liters.
History/Origin
The tun originated in medieval Europe as a standard measure for wine and other liquids. Its size varied regionally, but it generally represented a large cask or vessel used in trade and storage during the Middle Ages.
Current Use
Today, the tun is primarily used in historical contexts, wine-making, and in the wine industry to refer to large barrels or casks. It is also used in some scientific and industrial applications related to volume measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 barrel (oil) in tun?
1 barrel (oil) (bbl (oil)) = 0.166666666562 tun (tun).
How do you convert barrel (oil) to tun?
Multiply the barrel (oil) value by 0.166666666562. For example, 25 bbl (oil) × 0.166666666562 = 4.16666666405 tun.
What is 10 barrel (oil) in tun?
10 bbl (oil) = 1.66666666562 tun.
Which unit is larger, the barrel (oil) or the tun?
The tun is the larger unit: 1 bbl (oil) equals only 0.166666666562 tun.