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Old 02-16-2006, 03:34 PM
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So we have this calculator at work (aviation stuff) that converts gallons into pounds, for example: (this is for jet fuel)

1 gallon = 6.785 lbs
15 gallons = 101.775 lbs
20 gallons = 135.70 lbs
25 gallons = 169.625 lbs

maybe that'll help some of you guys when running at the track.
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Originally Posted by CrewCabOnDubz
So we have this calculator at work (aviation stuff) that converts gallons into pounds, for example: (this is for jet fuel)

1 gallon = 6.785 lbs
15 gallons = 101.775 lbs
20 gallons = 135.70 lbs
25 gallons = 169.625 lbs

maybe that'll help some of you guys when running at the track.

Good info, I wonder if aviation fuel is heavier due to its content.
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Old 02-16-2006, 04:45 PM
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Good info, I wonder if aviation fuel is heavier due to its content.
not sure if it's based on if there's any additive present, although the octane ratings are pretty close to each other
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Horray Chemistry! I hate that shiz.
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aint gasoline is heavier than jet fuel??
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For weight and balance when flying, I use 6lbs per gallon for 110LL.
Jet fuel is around 6.7lbs per gallon as C.C.O.D. posted
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Damn Chago, you do have some useful knowledge in that huge dome of yours.


But that is nice to know and should help some folks at the track.
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Great info man.


Now I know how much my truck will weight when I add jet fuel to its tank....

But really that is usful info. Bet gasoline and jet fuel must weight about the same. Must be cool working with airplane too.
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Weight will be different depending on the fuel. JP5, JP8 etc.
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