Below, we present a chart that compares eight common types of kegs, including how much beer they hold, heir overall size, shape, dimensions, as well as their most common uses and nicknames you may hear them referred too as.
Capacity (gal / oz) | Cans / Bottles (12oz) | Pints (16oz) | Height / Weight | Width (Diameter) | |
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Mini Keg | 1.32 / 169 | 14 | 10.6 | 9⅞” / 13lbs | 6¾” |
Cornelius Keg | 5.0 / 640 | 53 | 40 | 23” / 49lbs | 23” |
Sixth Barrel | 5.16 / 661 | 56 | 42 | 23⅜” / 58lbs | 9¼” |
Quarter Barrel | 7.75 / 992 | 82 | 62 | 13⅞” / 87lbs | 16⅛” |
Slim Quarter | 7.75 / 992 | 82 | 62 | 23⅜” / 87lbs | 11⅛” |
Half Barrel | 15.5 / 1984 | 165 | 124 | 23⅜” / 161lbs. | 16⅛” |
Rubber Barrel | 7.75 / 992 | 82 | 62 | 13⅞” / 87lbs. | 17⅛” |
Beveled Barrel | 7.75 / 992 | 82 | 62 | 13⅞” / 87lbs. | 17⅛” |