Cubic yards (yd³) to US barrels (bbl) Conversion
Cubic yards
The cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to exactly 764.555 litres (27 cubic feet), used primarily in the United States for large quantities of bulk materials such as concrete, gravel, sand, topsoil, and asphalt. Construction projects in the US routinely specify material quantities in cubic yards. One cubic yard of concrete weighs approximately 2,000–2,400 kg depending on the mix.
US barrels
The US liquid barrel is a unit of volume equal to exactly 31.5 US gallons (approximately 119.24 litres), distinct from the oil barrel (42 gallons) and used for beer, wine, and other liquid products in US commerce. The US beer barrel, used to measure draught beer, is 31 gallons in practice, though the legal definition varies by state. This unit is important in the brewing and beverage industry for bulk production and distribution calculations.
| Cubic yards (yd³) | US barrels (bbl) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 yd³ | 0.6412 bbl |
| 1 yd³ | 6.4119 bbl |
| 2 yd³ | 12.8237 bbl |
| 3 yd³ | 19.2356 bbl |
| 5 yd³ | 32.0594 bbl |
| 10 yd³ | 64.1187 bbl |
| 20 yd³ | 128.2375 bbl |
| 30 yd³ | 192.3562 bbl |
| 50 yd³ | 320.5937 bbl |
| 100 yd³ | 641.1874 bbl |
| 1000 yd³ | 6,411.8738 bbl |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many US barrels are in 1 cubic yards?
1 cubic yards (yd³) is exactly 6.4119 US barrels (bbl).
How do I convert cubic yards to US barrels?
Multiply the value in cubic yards by 6.4119 to get the result in US barrels. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.