Weight · Diesel
How much does diesel weigh?
7.0–7.1 lb/gal (calculator uses 7.05) · 0.84 kg/L · specific gravity 0.84–0.85.
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| Volume | Pounds | Kilograms |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gal | 7 lb | 3 kg |
| 5 gal | 35 lb | 16 kg |
| 55 gal | 388 lb | 176 kg |
| 100 gal | 705 lb | 320 kg |
| 275 gal | 1,939 lb | 879 kg |
| 330 gal | 2,326 lb | 1,055 kg |
| 500 gal | 3,525 lb | 1,599 kg |
| 1,000 gal | 7,050 lb | 3,198 kg |
| 5,000 gal | 35,250 lb | 15,989 kg |
Basis
Ultra-low-sulfur #2 diesel, ~35–37° API per ASTM D975; EIA uses ~7.05 lb/gal. Winter blends run at the light end. Liquid weight excludes the container — add tare weight for transport math. Matching tank charts: 55 gal tank · 275 gal tank · 330 gal tank · 500 gal tank · 1000 gal tank.
FAQ
How much does a gallon of diesel weigh?
7.0–7.1 lb/gal (calculator uses 7.05). That is 0.84 kg per litre (SG 0.84–0.85).
How much does a 55-gallon drum of diesel weigh?
About 388 lb of liquid, plus roughly 40–50 lb for a steel drum. A brim-full drum actually holds ~57.7 gal — see the drum chart.
Why a range instead of one number?
Grades and blends differ in API gravity, so an honest figure is a span; the calculator uses the typical mid value.