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Convert US gallons to oil barrels

Convert US gallons (gal) to oil barrels (bbl). 1 gal = 0.0238095 bbl, and 1 bbl = 42 gal.

1 gal = 0.0238095 bbl

Gallons to Barrels formula

bbl = gal ÷ 42

Divide the number of US gallons by 42.

Example: To convert 1 gal to oil barrels: 1 ÷ 42 = 0.0238095 bbl.

Quick answers

What is 1 gal in oil barrels?
1 gal = 0.0238095 bbl
What is 5 gal in oil barrels?
5 gal = 0.119048 bbl
What is 10 gal in oil barrels?
10 gal = 0.238095 bbl

Gallons to Barrels conversion table

Barrels to Gallons table
US gallons (gal)oil barrels (bbl)
0.5 gal0.0119048 bbl
1 gal0.0238095 bbl
2 gal0.047619 bbl
3 gal0.0714286 bbl
5 gal0.119048 bbl
10 gal0.238095 bbl
12 gal0.285714 bbl
15 gal0.357143 bbl
20 gal0.47619 bbl
25 gal0.595238 bbl
50 gal1.19048 bbl
55 gal1.30952 bbl
100 gal2.38095 bbl
500 gal11.9048 bbl
1,000 gal23.8095 bbl

Frequently asked questions

How many US gallons are in an oil barrel?

There are 42 US gallons in an oil barrel (1 bbl = 42 gal), so 1 gal = 0.0238095 bbl.

How do I convert US gallons to oil barrels?

Divide the number of US gallons by 42. To convert 1 gal to oil barrels: 1 ÷ 42 = 0.0238095 bbl.

Is the Gallons to Barrels conversion exact?

Yes. Both units are defined exactly, so 1 US gallon is exactly 0.0238095238095 oil barrels. Results on this page are rounded to six significant digits; pick more decimals in the converter if you need them.

What is 1 gal in oil barrels?

1 gal = 0.0238095 bbl.

How do I convert oil barrels back to US gallons?

Use the reverse relationship: 1 bbl = 42 gal. The Barrels to Gallons page has a converter and a full table.

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