How many cubic feet in a cubic yard?
Answer
27 cubic feet = 1 cubic yard
1 cubic yard = 3 feet x 3 feet x 3 feet = 27 cubic feetThis is the standard conversion used in all concrete, gravel, and mulch calculationsOne cubic yard of concrete weighs about 3,700-4,000 poundsOne cubic yard of gravel weighs about 2,800 pounds (1.4 tons)To convert cubic feet to cubic yards: divide by 27
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How We Calculated This
1 cubic yard = 3ft x 3ft x 3ft = 27 cubic feet
3 x 3 x 3 = 27 cubic feet per cubic yard. Example: 54 cubic feet / 27 = 2 cubic yards
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