About this calculator
Weight of a load from its volume, to check it against what a trailer, truck or suspended floor can take.
How it’s calculated
Weight = volume × typical density. Real densities vary with moisture and grading, so treat these as planning figures.
Worked example
With these inputs:
- Material
- Gravel
- Volume
- 2 cu yd
- Vehicle payload (optional)
- 3000 lb
the result is:
- Weight
- 2.7 tons
- Density
- 1.35 tons per cu yd
- Trips at payload
- 2
Tips from the trade
- Most pickups carry well under a cubic yard of gravel. Check the payload sticker.
Results are estimates for planning and pricing. Check quantities against your drawings, the manufacturer’s data and local building codes before ordering.