▸ processconvert
Volumetric Flow Rate

m³/hrtobbl/hr

Convert cubic metres per hour (m³/hr) to oil barrels per hour (bbl/hr).

Factor1 m³/hr = 6.289811 bbl/hr

Converter

m³/hr

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

Result
62.8981bbl/hr

Rendered to 6 significant figures.

Formula

Formula
bbl/hr = m³/hr × 6.289811

Multiply any value in cubic metres per hour by 6.289811 to obtain the value in oil barrels per hour.

Worked example

Convert 10 m³/hr to bbl/hr.

  1. 01Start with 10 m³/hr.
  2. 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 10 × 6.289811 = 62.8981 bbl/hr.
Result10 m³/hr = 62.8981 bbl/hr

Conversion table

m³/hrbbl/hr
16.2898
212.58
531.449
1062.898
20125.8
50314.49
100628.98
2001258
5003144.9
10006289.8

Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.

FAQ

What is the conversion factor from m³/hr to bbl/hr?
1 m³/hr equals 6.289811 bbl/hr. To convert, multiply the value in cubic metres per hour by 6.289811.
How do I convert 1 m³/hr to bbl/hr?
1 m³/hr = 6.28981 bbl/hr. For any value, multiply by 6.289811.
How do I convert bbl/hr back to m³/hr?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1589873. So 1 bbl/hr = 0.158987 m³/hr.
When would I need to convert cubic metre per hour to oil barrel 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. m³/hr to bbl/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).

Related conversions