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Barrel in Minecraft

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To craft Barrel, combine 6 Any Planks and 2 Any Slabs in a crafting table.

Type
Block
Stack size
Up to 64
Craftable
Yes
Best tool
Axe
Blast resistance
2.5

How to craft Barrel

You need a crafting table for this recipe. Place the ingredients exactly as shown.

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or

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How to mine Barrel

The best tool for Barrel is the Axe. To get the block as a drop you need any tool (or even your hand). With a hardness of 2.5, it is quick to break.

PropertyValue
Best toolAxe
Hardness2.5
Blast resistance2.5
Light levelNone
TransparentNo

Low blast resistance — explosions destroy it easily.

Data for Minecraft Java Edition 26.1, based on the open minecraft-data project. Some details can differ in Bedrock Edition. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

How do you craft Barrel in Minecraft?
Combine 6 Any Planks and 2 Any Slabs in a crafting table.
What tool do you need to mine Barrel?
Use a Axe.