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Typical weight per cubic yard
| Material (approximate) | Tons per yd³ | Lb per yd³ | Yd³ per ton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pea gravel | 1.40 | 2,800 | 0.71 |
| Crushed stone (#57) | 1.40 | 2,800 | 0.71 |
| Crusher run / road base | 1.50 | 3,000 | 0.67 |
| River rock | 1.35 | 2,700 | 0.74 |
| Wet or compacted base | 1.70 | 3,400 | 0.59 |
These are typical planning figures, not product specs. Suppliers weigh loads on a scale and can tell you the density of the exact stone you are buying.
Converting yards to tons for an order
Quarries often price by the ton while calculators give cubic yards. Multiply cubic yards by your supplier’s tons-per-yard figure. Example: a 10×20 ft driveway pad at 4 inches deep is 200 × 4 ÷ 12 = 66.7 cu ft = 2.47 yd³, which at 1.4 t/yd³ is about 3.46 tons. Round up and allow for compaction: a compacted base can take 10–20% more material than its loose volume suggests.
How much will a pickup carry?
Gravel is heavy: 1 cubic yard at 1.4 tons is 2,800 lb, which exceeds the payload of many half-ton pickups. Check the payload sticker on your door jamb before hauling, or pay for delivery.
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Frequently asked questions
How many tons is a yard of gravel?
About 1.4 tons for typical dry gravel; roughly 1.3–1.7 depending on stone and moisture.
How many yards is a ton of gravel?
About 0.71 cubic yards at 1.4 tons per yard.
How much does a yard of gravel weigh in pounds?
About 2,800 lb at 1.4 tons per yard.
How many tons of gravel for a 10×20 driveway?
About 3.5 tons at 4 inches deep (2.47 yd³ × 1.4).