Cubic yards (yd³) to Cubic meters (m³) 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 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 (yd³) | Cubic meters (m³) |
|---|---|
| 0.1 yd³ | 0.0765 m³ |
| 1 yd³ | 0.7646 m³ |
| 2 yd³ | 1.5291 m³ |
| 3 yd³ | 2.2937 m³ |
| 5 yd³ | 3.8228 m³ |
| 10 yd³ | 7.6455 m³ |
| 20 yd³ | 15.2911 m³ |
| 30 yd³ | 22.9366 m³ |
| 50 yd³ | 38.2277 m³ |
| 100 yd³ | 76.4555 m³ |
| 1000 yd³ | 764.5549 m³ |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many cubic meters are in 1 cubic yards?
1 cubic yards (yd³) is exactly 0.764555 cubic meters (m³).
How do I convert cubic yards to cubic meters?
Multiply the value in cubic yards by 0.764555 to get the result in cubic meters. Or use the converter above — type any number and see the result instantly.