Cubic meters (m³) to UK barrels (bbl) Conversion
Cubic meters
The cubic metre is the SI derived unit of volume, defined as the volume of a cube with sides of exactly one metre. It is the standard unit for large-scale volumes in engineering, construction, and industry: concrete orders, excavation volumes, and water storage capacity are measured in cubic metres. One cubic metre equals exactly 1,000 litres. In natural gas supply and environmental science, gas flow rates are expressed in cubic metres per hour or per day.
UK barrels
The UK imperial barrel is a unit of volume equal to exactly 36 imperial gallons (approximately 163.659 litres), used historically in British trade and brewing. It is larger than the US oil barrel (158.99 L) and the US liquid barrel (119.24 L). While largely replaced by metric units in the UK, the imperial barrel remains a reference unit in traditional brewing contexts and historical trade documentation.
| Cubic meters (m³) | UK barrels (bbl) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 m³ | 0.611 bbl |
| 1 m³ | 6.1103 bbl |
| 2 m³ | 12.2205 bbl |
| 3 m³ | 18.3308 bbl |
| 5 m³ | 30.5513 bbl |
| 10 m³ | 61.1026 bbl |
| 20 m³ | 122.2051 bbl |
| 30 m³ | 183.3077 bbl |
| 50 m³ | 305.5128 bbl |
| 100 m³ | 611.0257 bbl |
| 1000 m³ | 6,110.2569 bbl |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many UK barrels are in 1 cubic meters?
1 cubic meters (m³) is exactly 6.1103 UK barrels (bbl).
How do I convert cubic meters to UK barrels?
Multiply the value in cubic meters by 6.1103 to get the result in UK barrels. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.