Peck (UK) to Pint Dry (US) Conversion

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

From Peck (UK)

pk (UK)

To Pint Dry (US)

pt dry (US)

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

Conversion Formula

1 pk (UK) = 16.513 pt dry (US)

1 pt dry (US) = 0.061 pk (UK)

Example

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

15 pk (UK) = 15 × 16.513 pt dry (US) = 247.694 pt dry (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

Pint Dry (US)

pt dry (US)

Definition

The US dry pint is a unit of dry volume measurement in the US customary system, used for measuring dry ingredients and commodities. It is smaller than the liquid pint and specifically designed for dry volume measurements in cooking and agriculture.

History/Origin

The dry pint was established as part of the US customary system, distinct from the liquid pint to provide accurate measurements for dry commodities. It was standardized to ensure consistent measurements in agricultural and culinary applications.

Current Use

Used in US cooking and agriculture for measuring dry ingredients like flour, grains, and dried fruits. Important for recipe measurements and small-scale agricultural commodity trading. Still used in some traditional recipes and agricultural contexts.

Multiplier

0.551

Offset