Convert Peck (UK) to Barrel dry (US)
Please provide values below to convert Peck (UK) [pk (UK)] to Barrel dry (US) [bbl dry], or Convert Barrel dry (US) to Peck (UK).
How to Convert Peck (Uk) to Barrel Dry (Us)
1 pk (UK) = 0.0786336260638417 bbl dry
Example: convert 15 pk (UK) to bbl dry:
15 pk (UK) = 15 × 0.0786336260638417 bbl dry = 1.17950439095762 bbl dry
Peck (Uk) to Barrel Dry (Us) Conversion Table
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Peck (Uk)
A peck (UK) is a unit of dry volume measurement equal to 8 quarts or approximately 9 liters.
History/Origin
The peck has origins in medieval England and was traditionally used for measuring dry commodities like grains and produce. It was part of the imperial system of units and has been used since the 19th century.
Current Use
Today, the peck is largely obsolete in everyday measurement but is still used in some agricultural contexts and for historical reference, particularly in the UK and in traditional recipes.
Barrel Dry (Us)
The barrel dry (US) is a unit of volume used to measure dry commodities, equivalent to 115.627 cubic inches or approximately 1.84 gallons.
History/Origin
The barrel dry originated in the United States as a standard measure for dry goods such as grains and other commodities, established in the 19th century to facilitate trade and standardization.
Current Use
Today, the barrel dry (US) is primarily used in the agricultural and commodities industries to quantify dry bulk materials, although its usage has declined with the adoption of metric units.