Cubic yards (yd³) to UK gallons (imp gal) 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.
UK gallons
The UK imperial gallon is a unit of volume equal to exactly 4.54609 litres, defined by the UK Weights and Measures Act 1985. It is approximately 20% larger than the US liquid gallon. The imperial gallon is still used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and several Commonwealth countries for fuel sales, and in aviation for fuel loading in older aircraft. Four imperial quarts, eight imperial pints, or 160 imperial fluid ounces make one imperial gallon.
| Cubic yards (yd³) | UK gallons (imp gal) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 yd³ | 16.8179 imp gal |
| 1 yd³ | 168.1786 imp gal |
| 2 yd³ | 336.3571 imp gal |
| 3 yd³ | 504.5357 imp gal |
| 5 yd³ | 840.8928 imp gal |
| 10 yd³ | 1,681.7856 imp gal |
| 20 yd³ | 3,363.5711 imp gal |
| 30 yd³ | 5,045.3567 imp gal |
| 50 yd³ | 8,408.9279 imp gal |
| 100 yd³ | 16,817.8557 imp gal |
| 1000 yd³ | 168,178.5574 imp gal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many UK gallons are in 1 cubic yards?
1 cubic yards (yd³) is exactly 168.179 UK gallons (imp gal).
How do I convert cubic yards to UK gallons?
Multiply the value in cubic yards by 168.179 to get the result in UK gallons. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.