30 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
30 cubic yards of crusher run in tons works out to about 46.5 tons using a planning weight of 1.55 tons per yard. Real loads land between roughly 45.0 and 51.0 tons depending on stone size, fines and moisture. That is about 93,000 pounds.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The conversion
- Yards × tons per yard: 30 × 1.55 = 46.5 tons.
- Low end: 30 × 1.5 = 45.0 tons.
- High end: 30 × 1.7 = 51.0 tons.
The scale ticket on delivery day is the final word on weight.
What 30 yards covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 3 in | 3,240 |
| 4 in | 2,430 |
| 6 in | 1,620 |
| 8 in | 1,215 |
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 30 yards
At about 46.5 tons, this is more than one typical truckload. 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.
Where crusher run fits
Works well for:
- 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 10x20 area at 2 inches takes about 1.9 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.55 tons per cubic yard.
Mistakes that throw off the order
- Ignoring the base. A thin surface layer over soft soil fails early no matter how much material is on top.
- 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.
- Using inches as if they were feet. Depth has to be divided by 12 before you multiply; skipping that step inflates the order twelvefold.
Questions people ask
How many tons is 30 yards of crusher run?
About 46.5 tons, with a typical range of 45.0 to 51.0.
How many pounds is 30 cubic yards of crusher run?
About 93,000 pounds.
How much area does 30 yards of crusher run cover at 6 inches?
About 1,620 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?
- 20 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
- 25 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
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