About this chart
All the numbers you need on one page: conversions, coverage, bag counts, and weights. Bookmark it or print it for the job site.
Every value is calculated with the same formulas as the calculators on this site. You can print the page or save it as a PDF for the job site.
Key conversions
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Cubic feet in a cubic yard | 27 |
| Cubic meters in a cubic yard | 0.7646 |
| US gallons in a cubic yard | 201.97 |
| Cubic yards in a cubic meter | 1.308 |
| Square feet covered at 1 inch | 324 |
| Square feet covered at 3 inches | 108 |
| Square feet covered at 4 inches | 81 |
| 3 cu ft wheelbarrows per cubic yard | 9 |
| 2 cu ft bags per cubic yard | 13.5 |
Core formulas
- Rectangle: length × width × depth ÷ 27
- Circle: 3.1416 × radius × radius × depth ÷ 27
- Triangle: ½ × base × height × depth ÷ 27
- Cone: ⅓ × 3.1416 × radius × radius × height ÷ 27
- Convert inches to feet by dividing by 12 first
Typical weights
| Material | Pounds |
|---|---|
| Concrete | 4,050 |
| Mulch | 700 |
| Gravel | 2,800 |
| Dirt | 2,400 |
| Topsoil | 2,200 |
| Sand | 2,700 |
| Fill Dirt | 2,400 |
| Compost | 1,000 |
| Crushed Stone | 2,700 |
| Pea Gravel | 2,800 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cubic yard cheat sheet?
All the numbers you need on one page: conversions, coverage, bag counts, and weights. Bookmark it or print it for the job site.
Are the values exact?
The volume math is exact. Weights and bag yields are planning values, so confirm with your supplier.
Can I print this chart?
Yes. The page prints cleanly, or you can save it as a PDF.
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