Peck (UK) to Peck (US) Conversion

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

From Peck (UK)

pk (UK)

To Peck (US)

pk (US)

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

Conversion Formula

1 pk (UK) = 1.032 pk (US)

1 pk (US) = 0.969 pk (UK)

Example

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

15 pk (UK) = 15 × 1.032 pk (US) = 15.481 pk (US)

Unit Information

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

Peck (UK)

pk (UK)

Definition

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

History/Origin

The UK peck was established as part of the British imperial system, based on traditional British measurement standards. It became standardized 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 dry commodities. Important for agricultural storage and trade calculations in British markets. Still referenced in some agricultural contracts and traditional British measurements.

Multiplier

9.092

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