Bushel (UK) to Peck (US) Conversion

Convert between Bushel (UK) and Peck (US) quickly and accurately.

From Bushel (UK)

bu (UK)

To Peck (US)

pk (US)

How to Convert Bushel (UK) to Peck (US)

Conversion Formula

1 bu (UK) = 4.128 pk (US)

1 pk (US) = 0.242 bu (UK)

Example

Convert 15 bu (UK) to pk (US):

15 bu (UK) = 15 × 4.128 pk (US) = 61.923 pk (US)

Unit Information

Learn about the volume - dry units you're converting between

Bushel (UK)

bu (UK)

Definition

The UK bushel is a unit of dry volume measurement in the British imperial system, slightly larger than the US bushel. It is used for measuring agricultural commodities and represents the traditional British standard for agricultural volume measurements.

History/Origin

The UK bushel was established as part of the British imperial system, based on traditional British measurement standards. It became the standard unit for agricultural trade and storage calculations in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries.

Current Use

Used in UK agriculture for measuring grains, fruits, and other agricultural commodities. Important for agricultural trade and storage calculations in British markets. Still referenced in some agricultural contracts and traditional British measurements.

Multiplier

36.369

Offset

Peck (US)

pk (US)

Definition

The US peck is a unit of dry volume measurement in the US customary system, equal to 8 dry quarts or 16 dry pints. It is commonly used for measuring agricultural commodities and represents a standard container size for dry goods.

History/Origin

The peck was established as part of the US customary system, originally based on the capacity of containers used for measuring dry agricultural commodities. It became standardized for agricultural trade and storage calculations.

Current Use

Used in US agriculture for measuring grains, fruits, and other dry commodities. Important for agricultural storage, transportation, and trade calculations. Still used in some agricultural markets and storage facilities.

Multiplier

8.81

Offset