How much fuel does a B-52 carry?

The Boeing B-52H Stratofortress carries approximately 180,000 pounds (81,647 kilograms) of fuel internally, which is stored in 13 fuel tanks located in the wings and fuselage. The B-52H also has the capability to carry up to 12 external fuel tanks, each with a capacity of 300 gallons (1,136 liters), for a total additional fuel capacity of 36,000 pounds (16,329 kilograms). With a full load of internal and external fuel, the B-52H can carry a total of 216,000 pounds (97,976 kilograms) of fuel, which gives it a maximum unrefueled range of approximately 8,800 miles (14,200 kilometers).