Barrel (UK) to Cubic Centimeter (cc) Converter
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How to Convert Barrel (UK) to Cubic Centimeter (cc)
To liters: multiply by 163.659. To UK gallons: multiply by 36. To US barrels: multiply by 1.373.
1 UK barrel = 36 UK gal = 288 UK pt = 5,760 UK fl oz ≈ 163.659 L ≈ 1.637 hL.
For example, 1 Barrel (UK) (bbl (UK)) = 163659.24 Cubic Centimeter (cc) (cc).
Barrel (UK) to Cubic Centimeter (cc) — Common Values
| Barrel (UK) (bbl (UK)) | Cubic Centimeter (cc) (cc) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 | 16365.924 |
| 0.5 | 81829.62 |
| 1 | 163659.24 |
| 2 | 327318.48 |
| 5 | 818296.2 |
| 10 | 1636592.4 |
| 25 | 4091481 |
| 50 | 8182962 |
| 100 | 16365924 |
| 500 | 81829620 |
| 1000 | 163659240 |
About Barrel (UK) (bbl (UK))
Definition
The UK (imperial) barrel is a unit of volume equal to 36 imperial gallons, or approximately 163.659 liters.
Mathematical Relationship
1 UK barrel = 36 UK gal = 288 UK pt = 5,760 UK fl oz ≈ 163.659 L ≈ 1.637 hL.
Conversion Formula
To liters: multiply by 163.659. To UK gallons: multiply by 36. To US barrels: multiply by 1.373.
Practical Applications
Historical UK brewing trade, legacy contracts and legal references, and traditional measurements in some industries.
Interesting Facts
The UK barrel (36 imp gal ≈ 164 L) is different from both the US liquid barrel (31.5 US gal ≈ 119 L) and the oil barrel (42 US gal ≈ 159 L).
Common Mistakes
Confusing UK, US, and oil barrels — they are all different sizes. Always specify the barrel type.
Educational Tips
A UK barrel = 36 imperial gallons ≈ 164 liters. Remember: there are at least 3 common barrel sizes — UK, US, and oil.
About Cubic Centimeter (cc) (cc)
Definition
The cc (cubic centimeter) is a unit of volume exactly equal to one milliliter and one cubic centimeter, widely used in medicine and automotive contexts.
Mathematical Relationship
1 cc = 1 cm³ = 1 mL = 10⁻⁶ m³ = 1,000 mm³. CC and mL are fully interchangeable.
Conversion Formula
To mL: 1 cc = 1 mL (exact). To liters: divide by 1,000. To fluid ounces (US): multiply by 0.033814.
Practical Applications
Medical syringe volumes (e.g., '10 cc syringe'), motorcycle engine displacement (e.g., 600 cc), and IV fluid administration.
Interesting Facts
The ISMP (Institute for Safe Medication Practices) recommends using 'mL' instead of 'cc' in healthcare to prevent medication errors.
Common Mistakes
Confusing cc with other abbreviations in handwritten prescriptions. Healthcare is shifting to 'mL' to reduce errors.
Educational Tips
CC = cm³ = mL — all the same volume. In medicine, prefer mL. In automotive, cc is standard for engine size.