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1 Cubic Yard Gravel to Tons
Estimate how many tons are in one cubic yard of gravel for landscaping, driveways, and delivery planning.
1 cubic yard gravel to tons
1 cubic yard of gravel is about 1.35 short tons.
A common planning estimate for gravel is about 100 lb per cubic foot, or about 2,700 lb per cubic yard. Dividing by 2,000 converts pounds to US short tons.
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1 cubic yard x 2,700 lb per cubic yard / 2,000 = 1.35 short tonsGravel weight varies by rock type, size, moisture, and compaction. Ask your supplier for the exact tons-per-yard value before ordering.
Questions people ask
How many tons is 1 cubic yard of gravel?
A common estimate is about 1.35 short tons per cubic yard of gravel.
Why can gravel tons per yard change?
Stone type, particle size, moisture, and compaction can all change the actual weight.