Cubic Yards To Tons Calculator

How to Convert Cubic Yards to Tons?

To convert cubic yards to tons, you need to know the density of the material in pounds per cubic yard (lbs/cubic yard). Here's the formula: Tons = Cubic Yards × Density.

Here's how:

• Get the Cubic Yards: Measure or obtain the volume of the material in cubic yards.
• Get the Density: Find out the density of the material in pounds per cubic yard. This value can vary depending on the material.
• Multiply Cubic Yards by Density: Multiply the volume in cubic yards by the density in pounds per cubic yard. This gives the weight in pounds.
• Convert Pounds to Tons: Since a ton is equal to 2000 pounds, divide the weight in pounds by 2000 to get the weight in tons.

Convert 10 Cubic Yards to Tons:

For example, let's say you have 10 cubic yards of gravel with a density of 2800 lbs/cubic yard:

Tons = 10 × 2800 lbs/cubic yard
Tons = 28000 lbs
Tons = 28000 ÷ 2000 tons = 14 tons