Barrel (Oil) to Cubic Yard Converter

About Barrel (Oil) (bbl) and Cubic Yard (yd³) Units

The oil barrel (bbl) is the most widely used barrel unit across the world, especially in the petroleum and energy sector. One oil barrel equals 42 US gallons or about 159 liters. It is the standard measurement used for crude oil production, pricing, and global energy trade. For example, when you see news about international oil prices rising or falling, the cost is always measured per barrel. This unit is essential in industries like shipping, energy forecasting, and bulk oil storage. A cubic yard is a large volume unit widely used in construction, landscaping, and material supply. It represents the space inside a cube one yard on each side. Contractors often measure concrete, gravel, sand, soil, compost, and waste in cubic yards because it provides a clear idea of bulk material quantity. With strong demand in home renovation and outdoor projects, yd³ is one of the most commonly searched units for volume conversion. One cubic yard equals about 764.5 liters.

Barrel (Oil) to Cubic Yard Conversion Formula

To convert between Barrel (Oil) (bbl) and Cubic Yard (yd³), use the following formulas:

1 Barrel (Oil) (bbl) = 0.2079471064867799 Cubic Yard (yd³)

1 Cubic Yard (yd³) = 4.808915194324064 Barrel (Oil) (bbl)

Example Conversions: Barrel (Oil) to Cubic Yard