Cubic Yard Calculator
Calculate cubic yards from any dimensions — feet, inches, or yards. Add multiple areas and get a running total. Instantly see how many pickup truck loads that equals and which dumpster size you need for your project.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you calculate cubic yards?
To calculate cubic yards, multiply the length × width × depth (all in feet) and then divide by 27. For example, a space that is 10 feet long, 10 feet wide, and 1 foot deep = 100 cubic feet ÷ 27 = 3.7 cubic yards.
How many cubic yards fit in a pickup truck?
A standard full-size pickup truck (like an F-150 or Silverado) holds approximately 1.5 to 2 cubic yards of debris. A 10-yard dumpster therefore holds roughly the same as 5–6 full pickup truck loads.
How many cubic feet are in a cubic yard?
One cubic yard equals 27 cubic feet (3 feet × 3 feet × 3 feet = 27). To convert cubic feet to cubic yards, divide by 27. To convert cubic yards to cubic feet, multiply by 27.
How many cubic yards is a 10-yard dumpster?
A "10-yard" dumpster holds 10 cubic yards of debris — equivalent to 270 cubic feet or approximately 3–4 pickup truck loads. The "yard" in dumpster sizing refers to cubic yards of volume, not linear feet.
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