Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet Converter 2025 - Volume Conversion Calculator

Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet Converter

Convert cubic yards to cubic feet for construction and landscaping

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About Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet Conversion

The conversion between cubic yards and cubic feet is essential in construction, landscaping, concrete work, and material estimation where volume calculations are critical.

Conversion Formula

1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet
Since 1 yard = 3 feet, then 1 yd³ = 3³ ft³ = 27 ft³

Common Conversions

  • 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet
  • 2 cubic yards = 54 cubic feet
  • 5 cubic yards = 135 cubic feet
  • 10 cubic yards = 270 cubic feet
  • 0.037 cubic yards = 1 cubic foot

Volume Relationships

  • 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet = 764.55 liters
  • 1 cubic yard = 201.97 gallons (US)
  • 1 cubic foot = 28.32 liters = 7.48 gallons (US)

Construction Applications

  • Concrete volume calculations
  • Soil and fill dirt estimation
  • Mulch and gravel requirements
  • Excavation volume measurements
  • Lumber and building materials
  • Dumpster capacity planning

Practical Examples

  • Concrete truck: typically 10 cubic yards = 270 cubic feet
  • Small room: 12×12×8 ft = 1,152 ft³ = 42.7 yd³
  • Garden bed: 2 cubic yards of soil = 54 cubic feet
  • Dumpster: 30 yard container = 810 cubic feet