Barrel (Petroleum) to Hogshead (US) Converter

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How to use this Barrel (Petroleum) to Hogshead (US) Converter 🤔

Follow these steps to convert given volume from the units of Barrel (Petroleum) to the units of Hogshead (US).

  1. Enter the input Barrel (Petroleum) value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Barrel (Petroleum) into Hogshead (US) in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Hogshead (US) label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Hogshead (US) value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Hogshead (US) value using the Copy button.
  4. To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
  5. You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.

What is the Formula to convert Barrel (Petroleum) to Hogshead (US)?

The formula to convert given volume from Barrel (Petroleum) to Hogshead (US) is:

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) × 2 / 3

Substitute the given value of volume in barrel (petroleum), i.e., Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the volume in hogshead (us), i.e., Volume(Hogshead (US)).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that a tanker truck transports 200 barrels (petroleum) of crude oil.
Convert this volume from barrels (petroleum) to Hogshead (US).

Answer:

Given:

The volume in barrel (petroleum) is:

Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 200

Formula:

The formula to convert volume from barrel (petroleum) to hogshead (us) is:

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) × 2 / 3

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 200 in the above formula.

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = 200 × 2 / 3

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = 133.3333

Final Answer:

Therefore, 200 bl is equal to 133.3333 hhd (US).

The volume is 133.3333 hhd (US), in hogshead (us).

2

Consider that a pipeline transfers 500 barrels (petroleum) of refined oil per day.
Convert this flow rate from barrels (petroleum) to Hogshead (US).

Answer:

Given:

The volume in barrel (petroleum) is:

Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 500

Formula:

The formula to convert volume from barrel (petroleum) to hogshead (us) is:

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) × 2 / 3

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Volume(Barrel (Petroleum)) = 500 in the above formula.

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = 500 × 2 / 3

Volume(Hogshead (US)) = 333.3333

Final Answer:

Therefore, 500 bl is equal to 333.3333 hhd (US).

The volume is 333.3333 hhd (US), in hogshead (us).

Barrel (Petroleum) to Hogshead (US) Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Barrel (Petroleum) to Hogshead (US).

Barrel (Petroleum) (bl)Hogshead (US) (hhd (US))
0.01 bl0.00666666667 hhd (US)
0.1 bl0.06666666667 hhd (US)
1 bl0.6667 hhd (US)
2 bl1.3333 hhd (US)
3 bl2 hhd (US)
4 bl2.6667 hhd (US)
5 bl3.3333 hhd (US)
6 bl4 hhd (US)
7 bl4.6667 hhd (US)
8 bl5.3333 hhd (US)
9 bl6 hhd (US)
10 bl6.6667 hhd (US)
20 bl13.3333 hhd (US)
50 bl33.3333 hhd (US)
100 bl66.6667 hhd (US)
1000 bl666.6667 hhd (US)

Barrel (Petroleum)

The petroleum barrel is a standard unit of measurement for crude oil and other petroleum products. Originating in the early oil industry of the 19th century, it has become the globally accepted unit for quantifying oil volumes. Historically, the use of the petroleum barrel facilitated trade and transport, allowing for standardized transactions and efficient handling. Today, it remains a fundamental measure in the oil industry, used extensively in production, shipping, and trading.

Hogshead (US)

The US hogshead is a unit of measurement used to quantify large liquid volumes, particularly in the United States. It is defined as 63 US gallons, which is approximately 238.5 liters. Historically, the hogshead was used for measuring significant quantities of beverages such as wine, beer, and other liquids in trade and commerce. Today, it is less commonly used but still recognized in specific contexts related to traditional trade practices, especially in the beverage industry and historical references.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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