How to convert tons to square yards

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Enter the total number of cubic yards and the density in tons per cubic yard to calculate the total tons. This calculator can also determine the density or cubic yardage given the other two variables.

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Yard to Tons Formula

The following formula is used to convert yards to tons.

T = CY * D

  • Where T is the total tons
  • CY is the cubic yards
  • D is the density (1.4 tons / cubic yard for gravel)

To calculate tons from cubic yards, multiply the cubic yardage by the density of the material in tons per cubic yard.

Yards to Tons Definitoin

Yards to tons are used to define the conversion of the cubic yards or material to the tons of weight of the material using its density.

Yards to Tons Example

How to convert yards to tons?

  1. First, determine the total volume.

    Calculate or measure the total cubic yards of material

  2. Next, determine the density.

    Calculate the density of the material in tons per cubic yard.

  3. Finally, calculate the total number of tons.

    Calculate the total weight using the equation above.

FAQ

What is a ton?

A ton is a unit of mass that is equal to 2,000 pounds of force.


How to convert tons to square yards
How to convert tons to square yards

Please provide values below to convert ton register [ton reg] to cubic yard [yd^3], or vice versa.

Ton Register to Cubic Yard Conversion Table

Ton Register [ton Reg]Cubic Yard [yd^3]
0.01 ton reg 0.037037037 yd^3
0.1 ton reg 0.3703703704 yd^3
1 ton reg 3.7037037037 yd^3
2 ton reg 7.4074074074 yd^3
3 ton reg 11.1111111111 yd^3
5 ton reg 18.5185185185 yd^3
10 ton reg 37.037037037 yd^3
20 ton reg 74.0740740741 yd^3
50 ton reg 185.1851851852 yd^3
100 ton reg 370.3703703704 yd^3
1000 ton reg 3703.7037037037 yd^3

How to Convert Ton Register to Cubic Yard

1 ton reg = 3.7037037037 yd^3
1 yd^3 = 0.27 ton reg

Example: convert 15 ton reg to yd^3:
15 ton reg = 15 × 3.7037037037 yd^3 = 55.5555555556 yd^3


Convert Ton Register to Other Volume Units

Convert cubic yards of material into both US tons and metric tonnes. Note that converting between cubic yards (unit of volume) and tons (unit of weight) requires a density figure, as explained below. To work out cubic yards from a width, height and depth, give the cubic yards calculator a try.

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How do I convert cubic yards to tons?

To roughly convert cubic yards to tons you can multiply your cubic yard figure by 1.4. Cubic yards × 1.4 = US tons (approx). This conversion will give an approximation for many sand and gravel products.

To get a more accurate conversion, you'll need to involve a density figure in your calculation. This is because the cubic yard is a unit of volume and the ton (or tonne) is a unit of weight. To convert between the two, you'll need to know the density of the material. To give a crude example, the weight of a cubic yard of feathers will be much lighter than a cubic yard of sand. We go into this in more detail in our article about the weight of a cubic yard.

How many tons of topsoil in a cubic yard?

A cubic yard of topsoil weighs approximately 1.35 US tons (1.22 metric tons).

The weight of a cubic yard of topsoil depends upon the density of the soil. Note that wet topsoil will be denser and heavier than dry topsoil. Using the estimate of 100lb/ft3 for dry topsoil, we can calculate as follows:

  1. Convert your density to lb/yd3. 100 lb/ft3 = 2700 lb/yd3 (1 pound per cubic foot equals 27 pounds per cubic yard)
  2. If you're in the US, divide 2700 by 2000 (there are 2000lb in a US ton). If you're in the UK, divide by 2200 (there are 2204.62 lb in a metric tonne)
  3. You now have your answer in tons (1.35 US tons or 1.22 metric tonnes)

For a super-accurate conversion, give your topsoil supplier a call to find out the exact density of their product. Note that we have other tools to help you convert between liters and tons and gallons and pounds.

Cubic yards to tons for common materials

The figures below use estimates of densities from Engineering Toolbox and SI Metric and should be used as a rough guide only.

Material (1 yd3)Density EstimateUS tonsMetric tonnes
Asphalt (crushed) 45 lb/ft3 0.61 0.55
Asphalt (liquid) 65 lb/ft3 0.88 0.8
Cement (portland) 85 - 95 lb/ft3 1.15 - 1.28 1.04 - 1.16
Concrete 140 - 150 lb/ft3 1.89 to 2.03 1.71 to 1.84
Dirt 65 - 80 lb/ft3 0.88 to 1.08 0.8 to 0.98
Gravel (loose, dry) 75 - 95 lb/ft3 1.01 to 1.28 0.92 to 1.16
Gravel (dry 1/4 to 2 in) 105 lb/ft3 1.42 1.29
Gravel (wet 1/4 to 2 in) 125 lb/ft3 1.69 1.53
Gravel (with sand) 120 lb/ft3 1.62 1.47
Limestone (crushed) 85 - 95 lb/ft3 1.15 - 1.28 1.04 - 1.16
Limestone (low density) 110 - 135 lb/ft3 1.49 - 1.82 1.35 - 1.65
Limestone (high density) 160 lb/ft3 2.16 1.96
Mulch (bark) 15 - 20 lb/ft3 0.2 - 0.27 0.18 - 0.24
Mulch (woodchip) 25 - 30 lb/ft3 0.34 - 0.41 0.31 - 0.37
Sand (dry) 80 - 100 lb/ft3 1.08 to 1.35 0.98 to 1.22
Sand (damp to wet) 100 - 120 lb/ft3 1.35 to 1.62 1.22 to 1.47
Topsoil 100 lb/ft3 1.35 1.22
Topsoil (saturated) 115 lb/ft3 1.55 1.41

It is important to note that if you choose to use the supplied list of approximations, you will get a rough estimate of the weight of materials. To obtain a more accurate conversion you should find out the exact density of the material you are measuring for.

Materials for cubic yards to tons conversion

I have supplied the following material density approximations for converting cubic yards to US tons and metric tons. To request the addition of a material not currently listed, please contact me.

  • Asphalt (crushed)
  • Asphalt (liquid)
  • Cement (portland)
  • Concrete
  • Dirt
  • Gravel (loose, dry)
  • Gravel (dry, 1/4 to 2 in)
  • Gravel (wet 1/4 to 2 in)
  • Gravel (with sand)
  • Limestone (crushed)
  • Limestone (low density)
  • Limestone (high density)
  • Mulch (bark)
  • Mulch (woodchip)
  • Sand (dry)
  • Sand (loose)
  • Sand (wet)
  • Topsoil
  • Topsoil (saturated)


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How do you convert tons to yards?

To convert Tons to Cubic Yards*: Tons ÷ 1.4 = Cubic Yards.

How many yards is 24 tons?

For estimating purpose a ton of gravel yields approximately 0.66 cubic yards, so number of cubic yards are in 24 tons of gravel = 0.66×24 = 16 cubic yard. Thus, there are 16 cubic yards is equal as 24 tons of gravel.

How many yards is 100 tons?

Ton Register to Cubic Yard Conversion Table.