A cubic yard of concrete typically weighs about 4,000 to 4,100 pounds (approximately 2 tons). This weight can vary slightly depending on the specific mix, moisture content, and the type and amount of aggregates used in the concrete. For example:
- Standard concrete weighs around 4,000 pounds per cubic yard
- Some sources specify a range from about 3,690 to 4,050 pounds per cubic yard depending on local aggregates and mix design
- Wet concrete can weigh a bit more (up to about 4,500 to 5,000 pounds per cubic yard), while dry concrete weighs slightly less (around 3,800 to 4,000 pounds)
- Broken or crushed concrete weighs roughly half as much, about 2,000 pounds per cubic yard, due to air spaces between pieces
In terms of density, concrete weighs approximately 150 pounds per cubic foot, which translates to about 4,050 pounds per cubic yard (since 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet)
. Thus, for practical purposes, you can estimate that one cubic yard of solid, unbroken concrete weighs about 4,000 pounds or 2 tons.
Summary
- Solid concrete: ~4,000 lbs (2 tons) per cubic yard
- Broken/crushed concrete: ~2,000 lbs per cubic yard
- Weight per cubic foot: ~150 lbs
This information helps in planning transport, structural load calculations, and project logistics.
