Cubic Yards to Tons Calculator
Convert cubic yards to US tons for gravel, sand, concrete, topsoil, and dirt. Free calculator with material density presets and a conversion table.
Quick answer
Varies by material — see density table. The formula: US tons = Cubic yards × Density (tons per cubic yard). For example, 5 cu yd = 7 US tons.
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Formula: US tons = Cubic yards × Density (tons per cubic yard)
How to convert cu yd to US tons
The formula to convert cu yd to US tons is:
US tons = Cubic yards × Density (tons per cubic yard)
Conversion factor: Varies by material — see density table
Example: 5 cu yd = 7 US tons.
cu yd to US tons conversion table
| cu yd | US tons |
|---|---|
| 1 cu yd | 1.4 |
| 5 cu yd | 7 |
| 10 cu yd | 14 |
| 25 cu yd | 35 |
| 50 cu yd | 70 |
| 100 cu yd | 140 |
| 250 cu yd | 350 |
| 500 cu yd | 700 |
| 1,000 cu yd | 1,400 |
Material density reference
The cubic-yards-to-tons conversion depends on material density. The default converter uses 1.4 tons/cu yd (typical gravel). For other materials, multiply by the density below:
| Material | US tons/cu yd |
|---|---|
| Concrete (solid) | 2.025 |
| Gravel (loose, dry) | 1.40 |
| Sand (loose, dry) | 1.35 |
| Topsoil (loose) | 1.00 |
| Fill dirt (compacted) | 1.25 |
| Mulch (bark) | 0.30 |
Densities are typical loose values. Always confirm with your supplier.