16 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
16 cubic yards of crusher run in tons works out to about 24.8 tons using a planning weight of 1.55 tons per yard. Real loads land between roughly 24.0 and 27.2 tons depending on stone size, fines and moisture. That is about 49,600 pounds.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The conversion
- Yards × tons per yard: 16 × 1.55 = 24.8 tons.
- Low end: 16 × 1.5 = 24.0 tons.
- High end: 16 × 1.7 = 27.2 tons.
If your supplier quotes a different weight per yard, multiply by theirs.
What 16 yards covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 3 in | 1,728 |
| 4 in | 1,296 |
| 6 in | 864 |
| 8 in | 648 |
About crusher run
The fines in crusher run fill the gaps between stones, so it weighs more per yard than clean stone once compacted. Plan on rolling or plate-compacting it in lifts.
Hauling 16 yards
Plan the delivery around 24.8 tons: two or more trucks in most areas. A pickup is a poor fit for anything past a fraction of a yard; see how much gravel a half-ton pickup can carry.
Before you order
- Confirm whether the yard prices crusher run by the ton or by the yard.
- Add about 10 percent for compaction and uneven ground.
- Clear a firm spot for the truck to dump.
The volume and tonnage calculator converts any area and depth into yards and tons.
Good and poor uses for crusher run
Best suited to:
- Base under asphalt, pavers or concrete
- Gravel drives that need a firm, packed surface
- Shed pads and equipment pads
Think twice for:
- Drainage layers, since the fines slow water
- Decorative beds
- Spots where you want water to soak straight through
Quick reference numbers
- Per inch over 100 sq ft: about 0.48 tons of crusher run (0.31 cubic yards).
- Per inch over 1,000 sq ft: about 4.8 tons.
- Another size for comparison: a 8x16 area at 4 inches takes about 2.4 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.55 tons per cubic yard.
Where estimates go wrong
- Assuming every supplier uses the same weight. Two yards selling the same product name can quote different tons per yard.
- Ordering exactly the math. Uneven ground and spillage nearly always need a little more than the flat calculation.
- Forgetting that compaction shrinks loose material. A loose 4-inch spread of a dense-graded stone may finish closer to 3 inches after rolling.
- Ignoring the base. A thin surface layer over soft soil fails early no matter how much material is on top.
Questions people ask
How many tons is 16 yards of crusher run?
About 24.8 tons, with a typical range of 24.0 to 27.2.
How many pounds is 16 cubic yards of crusher run?
About 49,600 pounds.
How much area does 16 yards of crusher run cover at 6 inches?
About 864 square feet.
Why does crusher run weight vary?
Stone size, the share of fines and moisture all change how much a yard weighs.
Is it better to buy by the ton or the yard?
Either works; just convert with the supplier’s own weight per yard so the two quotes compare fairly.
Related guides
- Crushed Stone vs Gravel: Differences and Best Uses
- Tons to Cubic Yards for Gravel: Conversion Chart
- How Much Does a Yard of Crushed Stone Weigh?
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