Cubic Yards to Tons Converter for Gravel
You know the yardage; the supplier sells tons. This converter does that one job — with the material's density stated, not a vague "gravel average". Feed it cubic yards (or feet or meters) and get tons, pounds, and kilograms.
Quick conversion table
| Material | 1 yd³ | 5 yd³ | 10 yd³ | 20 yd³ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gravel (loose, dry) | 1.42 t | 7.1 t | 14.2 t | 28.3 t |
| Pea gravel | 1.49 t | 7.5 t | 14.9 t | 29.9 t |
| Crushed stone | 1.43 t | 7.2 t | 14.3 t | 28.7 t |
| Crusher run | 1.60 t | 8.0 t | 16.0 t | 32.1 t |
| Sand (dry) | 1.35 t | 6.8 t | 13.5 t | 27.1 t |
| #57 stone | 1.35 t | 6.8 t | 13.5 t | 27.1 t |
The math behind every row: tons = cubic yards × density. The reverse direction works the same — divide instead of multiply. Densities are loose, dry, and consistent with every other tool on this site.
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Conversion FAQ
How many tons is 1 cubic yard of gravel?
About 1.35–1.5 tons for most gravel: loose dry gravel ≈ 1.42 tons, pea gravel ≈ 1.49, washed #57 ≈ 1.35, crusher run ≈ 1.60. Pick your material in the converter for its exact figure.
How many tons is 5 cubic yards of gravel?
Roughly 7 tons of loose gravel (5 × 1.42 ≈ 7.1), about 7.5 tons of pea gravel, or 8 tons of crusher run. The converter above handles any yardage with the material's density.
Is the yards-to-tons conversion the same for every gravel?
No — it depends entirely on density. Angular crushed stone with fines (crusher run) packs about 15% heavier into the same yard than washed stone, and moisture adds more on top. That's why a single "magic number" conversion misleads.