Cubic meters (m³) to Cubic yards (yd³) Conversion
Cubic meters
The cubic metre is the SI derived unit of volume, defined as the volume of a cube with sides of exactly one metre. It is the standard unit for large-scale volumes in engineering, construction, and industry: concrete orders, excavation volumes, and water storage capacity are measured in cubic metres. One cubic metre equals exactly 1,000 litres. In natural gas supply and environmental science, gas flow rates are expressed in cubic metres per hour or per day.
Cubic yards
The cubic yard is a unit of volume equal to exactly 764.555 litres (27 cubic feet), used primarily in the United States for large quantities of bulk materials such as concrete, gravel, sand, topsoil, and asphalt. Construction projects in the US routinely specify material quantities in cubic yards. One cubic yard of concrete weighs approximately 2,000–2,400 kg depending on the mix.
| Cubic meters (m³) | Cubic yards (yd³) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 m³ | 0.1308 yd³ |
| 1 m³ | 1.308 yd³ |
| 2 m³ | 2.6159 yd³ |
| 3 m³ | 3.9239 yd³ |
| 5 m³ | 6.5398 yd³ |
| 10 m³ | 13.0795 yd³ |
| 20 m³ | 26.159 yd³ |
| 30 m³ | 39.2385 yd³ |
| 50 m³ | 65.3975 yd³ |
| 100 m³ | 130.7951 yd³ |
| 1000 m³ | 1,307.9506 yd³ |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many cubic yards are in 1 cubic meters?
1 cubic meters (m³) is exactly 1.308 cubic yards (yd³).
How do I convert cubic meters to cubic yards?
Multiply the value in cubic meters by 1.308 to get the result in cubic yards. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.