Convert tun to barrel (oil)
Please provide values below to convert tun [tun] to barrel (oil) [bbl (oil)], or Convert barrel (oil) to tun.
1 tun = 6.00000000377 bbl (oil). To convert tun to barrel (oil), multiply the value by 6.00000000377; to go the other way, divide by it (1 bbl (oil) = 0.166666666562 tun). Both units measure volume and appear in everyday as well as technical calculations, so switching between them quickly is often useful.
Quick Reference
- 1 tun = 6.00000000377 bbl (oil)
- 1 bbl (oil) = 0.166666666562 tun
- 10 tun = 60.0000000377 bbl (oil)
- 100 tun = 600.000000377 bbl (oil)
How to Convert Tun to Barrel (Oil)
1 tun = 6.00000000377389 bbl (oil)
Example: convert 15 tun to bbl (oil):
15 tun = 15 × 6.00000000377389 bbl (oil) = 90.0000000566083 bbl (oil)
Tun to Barrel (Oil) Conversion Table
| tun | barrel (oil) |
|---|---|
| 1 tun | 6.00000000377 bbl (oil) |
| 2 tun | 12.0000000075 bbl (oil) |
| 3 tun | 18.0000000113 bbl (oil) |
| 5 tun | 30.0000000189 bbl (oil) |
| 10 tun | 60.0000000377 bbl (oil) |
| 20 tun | 120.000000075 bbl (oil) |
| 50 tun | 300.000000189 bbl (oil) |
| 100 tun | 600.000000377 bbl (oil) |
| 500 tun | 3000.00000189 bbl (oil) |
| 1000 tun | 6000.00000377 bbl (oil) |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1 tun in barrel (oil)?
1 tun (tun) = 6.00000000377 barrel (oil) (bbl (oil)).
How do you convert tun to barrel (oil)?
Multiply the tun value by 6.00000000377. For example, 25 tun × 6.00000000377 = 150.000000094 bbl (oil).
What is 10 tun in barrel (oil)?
10 tun = 60.0000000377 bbl (oil).
Which unit is larger, the tun or the barrel (oil)?
The tun is the larger unit: 1 tun = 6.00000000377 bbl (oil).