Pipelines are the safest way to transport fuel, oil, etc.
MR oil tanker actually refers to Medium Range Product Tanker which is between 42,000 dwt to 59,999 dwt. There are two categories of ships in the oil tanker industry. First are the Product tankers which transport refined petroleum products like gasoline, diesel, naphtha, aviation fuel, etc. Second are the Crude carriers which transport unrefined crude oil.
A crude oil tanker can carry varying amounts of oil depending on its size and class. The largest supertankers, known as Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), can transport approximately 2 million barrels of crude oil, while smaller tankers, like Aframax or Suezmax, typically carry between 500,000 to 1.5 million barrels. The carrying capacity is crucial for efficient transportation and economics in the oil industry.
Tanker takes over
An oil tanker would be carrying crude oil, not refined product. So the answer would be zero.
A ship that carries crude oil is known as an oil tanker. These vessels are specifically designed to transport large quantities of crude oil from production sites, such as oil fields, to refineries or storage facilities. Oil tankers come in various sizes, including Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) and Suezmax tankers, and are equipped with double hulls for safety and environmental protection. Their design is crucial for minimizing spills and ensuring the efficient transport of this vital energy resource.
You call a ship that is built to transport oil a tanker.
No, a VLCC (Very Large Crude Carrier) is a specific type of oil tanker designed to transport large volumes of crude oil, typically ranging from 200,000 to 320,000 deadweight tons. While all VLCCs are oil tankers, not all oil tankers are VLCCs; there are various classes and sizes of oil tankers, including Aframax, Suezmax, and smaller tankers designed for different types of cargo and routes.
Jahre Viking, crude oil tanker
The average capacity of an oil tanker varies significantly based on its type. Generally, a small tanker can hold around 10,000 to 30,000 barrels, while a medium-sized tanker typically carries between 50,000 and 100,000 barrels. Larger tankers, such as Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs), can transport approximately 200,000 to 320,000 barrels, and the largest Ultra Large Crude Carriers (ULCCs) can hold over 400,000 barrels. Overall, the capacity of oil tankers can range widely depending on their design and purpose.
A typical tanker truck can carry between 5,000 to 11,000 gallons of crude oil, depending on its size and design. This translates to approximately 120 to 260 barrels of crude oil, as one barrel is equivalent to 42 gallons. The exact capacity may vary based on regulations and the specific configuration of the truck.
I have included a number of links. The chief advantage is it is the most economical way of transporting large volumes of oil from the area of production to refineries, which then transport the refined petroleum products to consumers. It is frequently the only practical means of transporting crude oil, in locations, where the local market is insufficient and there are no alternatives (pipeline to markets do not exist). Secondly, tankers are convenient, since they have a number of compartments, whereby they can make a number of pick-ups (liftings) and deliveries. Third, transportation by tanker is convenient since a large tanker fleet exists to transport crude oil. The disadvantages: Potential for accidents and oil spillage. Since the Exxon-Valdez accident, there has been considerable concern about tanker spills. I have included related links on tanker accidents. Note that it appears that there has been over the last 40 years, a decrease in large accidents. Some oil may accidently spill during loading. The tanker in some cases may not be the most economical means. If oil is found where the discovery can easily be tied into an existing pipeline, shipment of crude by tanker may be less economical. You can find more information in the related links.
get it from places like Africa who send it to UK in tanker ships along the sea