5 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
5 cubic yards of crusher run in tons works out to about 7.8 tons using a planning weight of 1.55 tons per yard. Real loads land between roughly 7.5 and 8.5 tons depending on stone size, fines and moisture. That is about 15,500 pounds.
Volume and tonnage calculator →The conversion
- Yards × tons per yard: 5 × 1.55 = 7.8 tons.
- Low end: 5 × 1.5 = 7.5 tons.
- High end: 5 × 1.7 = 8.5 tons.
The scale ticket on delivery day is the final word on weight.
What 5 yards covers
| Depth | Square feet |
|---|---|
| 3 in | 540 |
| 4 in | 405 |
| 6 in | 270 |
| 8 in | 202 |
About crusher run
Crusher run (also sold as crush and run, dense-grade aggregate or QP in some regions) mixes stone with stone dust. It compacts into a firm, nearly solid layer, which makes it the usual base under pavers, asphalt and gravel drives.
Hauling 5 yards
Plan the delivery around 7.8 tons: one small truck 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.
When to choose crusher run
Works well for:
- Base under asphalt, pavers or concrete
- Gravel drives that need a firm, packed surface
- Shed pads and equipment pads
Poor fit 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 3 inches takes about 2.9 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.55 tons per cubic yard.
Mistakes that throw off the order
- Measuring only the main rectangle. Aprons, turnouts and curved edges add real square footage.
- Forgetting that compaction shrinks loose material. A loose 4-inch spread of a dense-graded stone may finish closer to 3 inches after rolling.
- Mixing up cubic yards and tons. Yards are volume, tons are weight; convert with the product’s weight per yard.
- Assuming every supplier uses the same weight. Two yards selling the same product name can quote different tons per yard.
Questions people ask
How many tons is 5 yards of crusher run?
About 7.8 tons, with a typical range of 7.5 to 8.5.
How many pounds is 5 cubic yards of crusher run?
About 15,500 pounds.
How much area does 5 yards of crusher run cover at 6 inches?
About 270 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?
- 3 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
- 4 Cubic Yards of Crusher Run in Tons
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