YardsToTonsCalculator.com started from a simple, repeat problem: someone would ask, “How many tons is 3 cubic yards of gravel?” — and the answers were always inconsistent. One spreadsheet used one density, the supplier ticket showed another, and the estimate kept changing.

We built this tool to make the conversion clear: pick a material (or enter a custom density), type your volume, and get a practical estimate you can sanity-check before you order, haul, or budget. No sign-ups. No complicated dashboards. Just a fast converter that works on phones at the jobsite.

What the calculator helps with

• Estimating tons from cubic yards for common materials (aggregate, base rock, sand, soil, mulch, etc.)
• Comparing results using presets vs. custom density
• Reducing “oops” moments: over-ordering, under-ordering, or misjudging hauling capacity

What we care about

• Practical accuracy. We keep presets realistic and clearly explain that density varies with moisture, compaction, and source.
• Privacy by default. You should be able to calculate without an account. We keep data collection minimal.
• Speed & clarity. Clean UI, fast load times, and the important numbers visible immediately.
• Accessibility. Keyboard-friendly inputs, readable typography, and sensible focus states.

Where this is going

• More material presets with notes (wet vs dry, compacted vs loose)
• Metric support expansions (m³ ↔ tonnes) and better unit toggles
• Truckload/haul estimator (based on typical capacities)
• Printable/exportable results for quotes and planning
• Even tighter mobile ergonomics for field use

Say hello

Found a bug, want a material added, or have a feature idea? Send it via the contact page. Feedback helps keep the calculator sharp and genuinely useful.

Last updated: December 2, 2025