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Yards to Tons Calculator

Accurately convert volume in cubic yards to weight in US tons for aggregate, stone, soil, sand, and asphalt hauling.

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Quick Summary & Key Answer

To convert cubic yards to US tons, multiply cubic yards by the material density conversion factor. For standard gravel and crushed stone, 1 cubic yard weighs approximately 1.35 to 1.45 US tons (2,700 to 2,900 lbs). Screened topsoil is lighter at 1.1 tons/yd³, while wet concrete weighs 2.02 tons/yd³.

  • 1 Cubic Yard = 27 cubic feet.
  • 1 US Ton = 2,000 pounds.
  • Standard tandem dump trucks carry 10 to 14 tons of aggregate per haul.

Interactive Calculator

Adjust inputs for real-time results

cu yd
Calculated OutputMaterial Weight Verified

Total Weight

13.50US Tons
Weight in Pounds
27,000 lbs
Weight in Metric Tonnes
12.25 t
Standard Dump Truck Loads (14 ton cap)
1.0 truckloads

Note: Material moisture content significantly influences aggregate density. Add 10-15% weight buffer for wet or saturated materials.

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Common Construction Material Densities (Yards to Tons)

Ordering aggregate from quarries and landscape yards requires converting volumetric estimates into purchase tonnages, as gravel scales bill strictly by the ton.

MaterialLbs per Cubic YardTons per Cubic YardTypical Uses
Crushed D-1 Gravel2,900 lbs1.45 tonsDriveways, road sub-base, parking pads
Washed Drain Rock (1.5-inch)2,700 lbs1.35 tonsSeptic leach fields, french drains
Coarse Sand (Washed)2,600 lbs1.30 tonsPaver bedding, pipe bedding
Screened Garden Topsoil2,200 lbs1.10 tonsLawn seeding, flower beds
Cedar Wood Mulch800 lbs0.40 tonsWeed suppression, moisture retention
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding this calculation and code compliance

One cubic yard of typical crushed gravel weighs roughly 1.35 to 1.45 US tons (approximately 2,700 to 2,900 pounds), depending on moisture level and rock compaction.

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