How Much Does 7 Tons of Recycled Concrete Aggregate Cover?
How much does 7 tons of recycled concrete aggregate cover depends on how deep you spread it. At about 1.3 tons per cubic yard, 7 tons is roughly 5.4 cubic yards. Spread 4 inches deep, that covers about 436 square feet. Every added inch of depth cuts the coverage noticeably.
Volume and tonnage calculator →How the coverage is figured
- Tons to cubic yards: 7 ÷ 1.3 = 5.4 yd³.
- Cubic yards to cubic feet: × 27 = 145 cu ft.
- Divide by depth in feet: at 4 inches (0.333 ft), 145 ÷ 0.333 = 436 sq ft.
Coverage of 7 tons at different depths
| Depth | Square feet covered | Square yards |
|---|---|---|
| 3 in | 582 | 65 |
| 4 in | 436 | 48 |
| 6 in | 291 | 32 |
About recycled concrete aggregate
Recycled concrete aggregate is crushed old concrete. It compacts well and often costs less than virgin stone, which makes it a common driveway and pad base. Weight runs about 1.2 to 1.4 tons per cubic yard, so treat the table as a planning range rather than an exact figure.
Putting 7 tons to use
For delivery, 7 tons usually fits on one smaller dump truck. Ask the supplier how they will split it. Spread from the pile with a loader, skid steer or wheelbarrow, then rake to depth before compacting if the material calls for it.
- Check depth as you go. Stakes marked at the target depth help keep the spread even.
- Expect some loss. Compaction and uneven ground use more than the flat-math figure. Keep about 10 percent in reserve.
- Ask about moisture. Wet material weighs more, so a ton of it covers less.
To run your own numbers, use the volume and tonnage calculator.
Where recycled concrete aggregate fits
Best suited to:
- Driveway and pad bases
- Temporary construction entrances
- Fill under slabs when compacted in lifts
Less suited to:
- 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 4 inches takes about 2.1 tons.
- Weight used here: about 1.3 tons per cubic yard.
Common estimating mistakes
- 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.
- Using inches as if they were feet. Depth has to be divided by 12 before you multiply; skipping that step inflates the order twelvefold.
- Skipping drainage. Water sitting under any surface softens the base and leads to ruts and potholes.
Questions people ask
How many cubic yards is 7 tons of recycled concrete aggregate?
About 5.4 cubic yards at 1.3 tons per yard.
How many square feet does 7 tons of recycled concrete aggregate cover at 4 inches?
About 436 square feet.
How many square feet does 7 tons cover at 3 inches?
About 582 square feet.
How much does a yard of recycled concrete aggregate weigh?
About 1.2 to 1.4 tons.
Will 7 tons fit in one truck?
It depends on the truck. Single-axle dump trucks often carry under 10 tons and tandems around 13 to 16; your supplier will know their limits.
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