Cubic yards (yd³) to Cubic feet (ft³) Conversion
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 feet
The cubic foot is a unit of volume equal to exactly 28.316846592 litres, used in the United States and United Kingdom for measuring large volumes such as room air volumes, refrigerator capacities, concrete quantities, and natural gas consumption. It is the standard unit for HVAC calculations in the United States, where airflow is measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM).
| Cubic yards (yd³) | Cubic feet (ft³) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 yd³ | 2.70 ft³ |
| 1 yd³ | 27.00 ft³ |
| 2 yd³ | 54.00 ft³ |
| 3 yd³ | 81.00 ft³ |
| 5 yd³ | 135.00 ft³ |
| 10 yd³ | 270.00 ft³ |
| 20 yd³ | 540.00 ft³ |
| 30 yd³ | 810.00 ft³ |
| 50 yd³ | 1,350.00 ft³ |
| 100 yd³ | 2,700.00 ft³ |
| 1000 yd³ | 27,000.00 ft³ |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many cubic feet are in 1 cubic yards?
1 cubic yards (yd³) is exactly 27.000 cubic feet (ft³).
How do I convert cubic yards to cubic feet?
Multiply the value in cubic yards by 27.000 to get the result in cubic feet. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.