Can a large iron barrel hold 220 liters of diesel?
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A large iron barrel cannot hold 220 liters of diesel. Generally, the maximum capacity of an iron barrel is 210 liters, which is insufficient for 220 liters of diesel. Gasoline and engine oil should not be mixed for use. Reasons: Although both diesel engine oil and gasoline engine oil are blended from base oils and additives (including detergents, dispersants, antioxidants, anti-wear agents, anti-corrosion agents, etc.), there are some differences in the requirements for gasoline engine oil and diesel engine oil due to the structural and operational differences between diesel engines and gasoline engines. Gasoline selection: Higher compression ratios result in better power performance, higher thermal efficiency, and improved vehicle acceleration and top speed. However, due to limitations in cylinder material performance and gasoline combustion knock, the compression ratio of gasoline engines cannot be too high. Simply put, high-compression-ratio vehicles require high-octane fuel.
The standard large iron drum we commonly refer to is the 200-liter oil drum, which definitely cannot hold 220 liters of diesel. I've seen construction workers use these drums to store fuel on-site. The drum is approximately 90 cm in height and about 60 cm in diameter. Theoretically, its capacity is around 220-230 liters, but the manufacturer's instructions recommend a maximum of 200 liters of diesel. Diesel expands when heated, increasing by about 1 ml per liter in summer under direct sunlight. Overfilling can lead to dangerous spills. It's advisable to fill the drum to no more than 85% of its height, roughly 190 liters, to prevent overflow and avoid rust and corrosion of the iron drum. When handling, be careful not to let sharp objects scratch the drum's edges—last year, our fleet experienced a fuel leakage accident due to this. Extra attention to safety checks is crucial when using iron drums for fuel storage.
