17 Cubic Yards of Recycled Concrete Aggregate in Tons
17 cubic yards of recycled concrete aggregate in tons works out to about 22.1 tons using a planning weight of 1.3 tons per yard. Real loads land between roughly 20.4 and 23.8 tons depending on stone size, fines and moisture. That is about 44,200 pounds.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The conversion
- Yards × tons per yard: 17 × 1.3 = 22.1 tons.
- Low end: 17 × 1.2 = 20.4 tons.
- High end: 17 × 1.4 = 23.8 tons.
Quarries can tell you the weight per yard for their own product; use it if you have it.
What 17 yards covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 3 in | 1,836 |
| 4 in | 1,377 |
| 6 in | 918 |
About recycled concrete aggregate
Ask whether the recycled concrete has been screened for rebar and debris. Fresh-crushed concrete can also be alkaline, so keep it away from sensitive plantings and streams.
Hauling 17 yards
Plan the delivery around 22.1 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 recycled concrete aggregate 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.
When to choose recycled concrete aggregate
Best suited to:
- Driveway and pad bases
- Temporary construction entrances
- Fill under slabs when compacted in lifts
Poor fit for:
- Near ponds, streams or sensitive plants, since fresh crush can raise pH
- Decorative top layers
- Drainage layers, unless the product is clean and screened
Quick reference numbers
- Per inch over 100 sq ft: about 0.40 tons of recycled concrete aggregate (0.31 cubic yards).
- Per inch over 1,000 sq ft: about 4.0 tons.
- Another size for comparison: a 8x16 area at 3 inches takes about 1.5 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.3 tons per cubic yard.
Where estimates go wrong
- Measuring only the main rectangle. Aprons, turnouts and curved edges add real square footage.
- Assuming every supplier uses the same weight. Two yards selling the same product name can quote different tons per yard.
- Mixing up cubic yards and tons. Yards are volume, tons are weight; convert with the product’s weight per yard.
- Forgetting that compaction shrinks loose material. A loose 4-inch spread of a dense-graded stone may finish closer to 3 inches after rolling.
Questions people ask
How many tons is 17 yards of recycled concrete aggregate?
About 22.1 tons, with a typical range of 20.4 to 23.8.
How many pounds is 17 cubic yards of recycled concrete aggregate?
About 44,200 pounds.
How much area does 17 yards of recycled concrete aggregate cover at 4 inches?
About 1,377 square feet.
Why does recycled concrete aggregate 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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