Volume
m³tobbl
Convert cubic metres (m³) to oil barrels (42 US gal) (bbl).
Factor1 m³ = 6.289811 bbl
Converter
m³
Accepts numbers or expressions, e.g. 150 + 14.7
Result
bbl
Rendered to 6 significant figures.
Formula
Formula
bbl = m³ × 6.289811
Multiply any value in cubic metres by 6.289811 to obtain the value in oil barrels (42 US gal).
Worked example
Convert 1 m³ to bbl.
- 01Start with 1 m³.
- 02Multiply by the conversion factor: 1 × 6.289811 = 6.28981 bbl.
Result1 m³ = 6.28981 bbl
Conversion table
| m³ | bbl |
|---|---|
| 1 | 6.2898 |
| 2 | 12.58 |
| 5 | 31.449 |
| 10 | 62.898 |
| 20 | 125.8 |
| 50 | 314.49 |
| 100 | 628.98 |
| 200 | 1258 |
| 500 | 3144.9 |
| 1000 | 6289.8 |
Reference values rounded to 5 significant figures for display.
FAQ
What is the conversion factor from m³ to bbl?
1 m³ equals 6.289811 bbl. To convert, multiply the value in cubic metres by 6.289811.
How do I convert 1 m³ to bbl?
1 m³ = 6.28981 bbl. For any value, multiply by 6.289811.
How do I convert bbl back to m³?
Divide by the same factor — or equivalently, multiply by 0.1589873. So 1 bbl = 0.158987 m³.
When would I need to convert cubic metre 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?
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).