Volume
Ltobbl
Convert litres (L) to oil barrels (42 US gal) (bbl).
Factor1 L = 0.006289811 bbl
Converter
L
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
bbl
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
bbl = L × 0.006289811
Multiply any value in litres by 0.006289811 to obtain the value in oil barrels (42 US gal).
Worked example
Convert 1000 L to bbl.
- 01Start with 1000 L.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1000 × 0.006289811 = 6.28981 bbl.
Result1000 L = 6.28981 bbl
Conversion table
| L | bbl |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0062898 |
| 2 | 0.01258 |
| 5 | 0.031449 |
| 10 | 0.062898 |
| 20 | 0.1258 |
| 50 | 0.31449 |
| 100 | 0.62898 |
| 200 | 1.258 |
| 500 | 3.1449 |
| 1000 | 6.2898 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from L to bbl?
1 L equals 0.006289811 bbl. To convert, multiply the value in litres by 0.006289811.
How do I convert 1 L to bbl?
1 L = 0.00628981 bbl. For any value, multiply by 0.006289811.
How do I convert bbl back to L?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 158.9873. So 1 bbl = 158.987 L.
When would I need to convert litre to oil barrel (42 US gal)?
Volume conversions are used for tank sizing, batch calculations, and bridging between vendor specs (gallons, barrels, ft³) and process documentation (m³, litres).
Is the conversion exact?
Yes. Both L and bbl are defined by exact SI relationships, so the displayed factor is exact (any rounding shown is only for display).