🇺🇸 Cubic Yards & US Tons 🇬🇧🇦🇺 Cubic Metres & Tonnes ⚖️ Weight Included

Gravel Calculator

Calculate gravel volume and weight for driveways, paths, and garden beds. Choose your gravel type and get results in cubic yards (US), cubic metres (UK/AU), and weight in kg, lbs, and tonnes.

Quick Answer
Cubic yards = (length ft × width ft × depth in) ÷ 324. Weight (tons) = cubic yards × 1.4. Add 10% for settling.
Country Sold In Driveway Depth Decorative Depth
🇺🇸 United States Cubic yards / US tons (2,000 lb)4 in (100 mm)2–3 in (50–75 mm)
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Tonnes or m³100 mm (4 in)50 mm (2 in)
🇦🇺 Australia Tonnes or m³75–100 mm50–75 mm
🇨🇦 Canada Metric tonnes / m³100 mm (4 in)50 mm (2 in)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a cubic yard of gravel weigh?

It depends on the type: Pea gravel ~2,800 lbs/yd³ (1,682 kg/m³). Crushed stone ~2,565 lbs/yd³ (1,520 kg/m³). River rock ~2,890 lbs/yd³ (1,714 kg/m³). Decomposed granite ~2,690 lbs/yd³ (1,600 kg/m³). Know your vehicle's payload capacity before hauling — a standard pickup truck can typically carry 1–1.5 cubic yards.

What is the difference between US ton and UK tonne?

A US short ton = 2,000 lb = 907 kg. A UK metric tonne = 1,000 kg = 2,205 lb. A UK long ton (historical) = 2,240 lb = 1,016 kg. Most modern UK/AU gravel suppliers quote in metric tonnes. When comparing prices, always confirm which ton is being quoted.