Cubic Yards to Tons Calculator

Convert cubic yards to tons for gravel, stone, sand, soil, mulch, asphalt and concrete. Each material uses a typical loose bulk density.

Tons

14 short tons

  • Pounds28,000 lb
  • Metric tonnes12.7 t
  • Density used1.4 tons per yd³

Estimates only. Round up when you order, and confirm structural details with your local building code.

How to use it

  1. Enter cubic yards.
  2. Pick the material.

The formula

Tons = cubic yards × density (tons per cubic yard)

Worked example

Cubic yards10
MaterialGravel (general) — 1.4 t/yd³

Result

Tons14 short tons
Pounds28,000 lb
Metric tonnes12.7 t
Density used1.4 tons per yd³

Tips before you order

  • Densities change with moisture and gradation. When precision matters, ask the supplier for their weight per yard.

Questions

How many tons is a yard of gravel?

About 1.4 tons, ranging from roughly 1.35 to 1.5 depending on the stone.

How many tons is a yard of topsoil?

About 1.1 tons when dry; wet topsoil can be much heavier.