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Volumetric Flow Rate

bbl/hrtoL/hr

Convert oil barrels per hour (bbl/hr) to litres per hour (L/hr).

Factor1 bbl/hr = 158.9873 L/hr

Converter

bbl/hr

Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7

Result
1589.87L/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
L/hr = bbl/hr × 158.9873

Multiply any value in oil barrels per hour by 158.9873 to obtain the value in litres per hour.

Worked example

Convert 10 bbl/hr to L/hr.

  1. 01Start with 10 bbl/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 158.9873 = 1589.87 L/hr.
Result10 bbl/hr = 1589.87 L/hr

Conversion table

bbl/hrL/hr
1158.99
2317.97
5794.94
101589.9
203179.7
507949.4
10015899
20031797
50079494
10001.5899e+5

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from bbl/hr to L/hr?
1 bbl/hr equals 158.9873 L/hr. To convert, multiply the value in oil barrels per hour by 158.9873.
How do I convert 1 bbl/hr to L/hr?
1 bbl/hr = 158.987 L/hr. For any value, multiply by 158.9873.
How do I convert L/hr back to bbl/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.006289811. So 1 L/hr = 0.00628981 bbl/hr.
When would I need to convert oil barrel per hour to litre per hour?
Flow-rate conversions show up in pump curve interpretation, control valve sizing (Cv vs Kv), and aligning vendor specifications with process simulation outputs. bbl/hr to L/hr is a frequently needed conversion for flow datasheet preparation.
Is the conversion exact?
The factor shown is precise to at least 7 significant figures. For most process-engineering work this is far better than instrument accuracy. For metrology or trade applications, refer to the relevant national standard (NIST, BIPM, ISO 80000).

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