How much does 10,000 litres of kerosene weigh?
In brief
10,000 litres of kerosene weighs about 7,750–8,400 kg (7.75–8.40 tonnes), based on a density of about 0.775–0.840 kg per litre at 15°C. Call 07950 582635 or send an enquiry.
10,000 litres of kerosene in other units
That is about 2,200 imperial gallons, 2,642 US gallons, or 62.9 oil barrels of 159 litres. By weight it is 7,750 to 8,400 kg before the container.
What 10,000 litres looks like
10,000 litres. We pump loads like this out on site with a suitable collection vehicle.
What 10,000 litres of waste kerosene is worth
Whether 10,000 litres of waste kerosene earns a rebate or carries a collection charge depends on its quality, contamination and access, and on the oil market on the day. We never publish prices, because every load and every day is different: for an actual figure, call 07950 582635 or send an enquiry.
How City Fuel Services handles waste kerosene
City Fuel Services buys, collects and handles waste kerosene for businesses, public bodies, farms and households. Describe the load and we come back with terms before booking the collection.
Terms used in this answer
- IBC (intermediate bulk container)
- A plastic tank, usually holding 1,000 litres, in a steel cage on a pallet base. The most common container for drained fuel.
| Quantity | 10,000 litres |
|---|---|
| Weight | 7,750–8,400 kg |
| Imperial gallons | 2,200 |
| Oil barrels | 62.9 |
| Fuel | Kerosene |
| Also called | heating oil, burning oil, 28-second oil |
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Kerosene in brief
Kerosene is a light middle distillate, lighter than diesel, used mainly as heating oil (often called 28-second oil or burning oil) and, in a tightly specified form, as jet fuel (Jet A-1, also called Avtur). Clean, dry kerosene recovers well.
Official guidance: GOV.UK: hazardous waste.