Weight · Ethanol
How much does ethanol weigh?
6.59 lb/gal · 0.79 kg/L · specific gravity 0.789.
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| Volume | Pounds | Kilograms |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gal | 7 lb | 3 kg |
| 5 gal | 33 lb | 15 kg |
| 55 gal | 362 lb | 164 kg |
| 100 gal | 659 lb | 299 kg |
| 275 gal | 1,812 lb | 822 kg |
| 330 gal | 2,175 lb | 986 kg |
| 500 gal | 3,295 lb | 1,495 kg |
| 1,000 gal | 6,590 lb | 2,989 kg |
| 5,000 gal | 32,950 lb | 14,946 kg |
Basis
Pure (anhydrous) ethanol at 60°F — a standard physical constant. E85 blends sit between this and gasoline. 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 ethanol weigh?
6.59 lb/gal. That is 0.79 kg per litre (SG 0.789).
How much does a 55-gallon drum of ethanol weigh?
About 362 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.
Does temperature change this?
Yes — liquids expand when warm. Hydrocarbons move roughly 0.4% per 10°F; the figure here is the standard reference temperature value.