How Much Does a Yard of Crushed Stone Weigh?
How much does a yard of crushed stone weigh? A cubic yard of crushed stone typically weighs between about 2,400 and 3,000 pounds, or roughly 1.2 to 1.5 tons. Clean single-size stone like #57 sits near the lower to middle part of that range because of the open spaces between pieces. Dense-graded stone with fines, often called crusher run, item 4, or 21A, weighs more because the fines fill the gaps. Rock type matters too: trap rock and granite are heavier than most limestone.
Volume and tonnage calculator →Weight by product
| Product | Approx. weight per cubic yard |
|---|---|
| #57 or 3/4 clean stone | 2,400 to 2,800 lb |
| #8 or 3/8 clean stone | 2,400 to 2,700 lb |
| Crusher run, dense-graded | 2,700 to 3,000 lb loose |
| Stone dust or screenings | 2,500 to 2,900 lb |
| Large clean stone (#1 to #3) | 2,300 to 2,700 lb |
These are loose, as-delivered weights. Compacted dense-graded base can weigh more per cubic yard in place.
Why the numbers vary
- Rock type: trap rock and basalt are denser than limestone or sandstone.
- Gradation: fines fill voids and add weight.
- Moisture: wet stone is heavier.
- Loose vs compacted: a yard in the truck is not a yard after compaction.
Ask your supplier for their conversion. Many quarries use 1.4 or 1.5 tons per yard for estimating. See gravel weight per yard.
Converting yards to tons
Multiply cubic yards by the supplier’s factor. For example, 5 cubic yards of crusher run at 1.45 tons per yard is about 7.3 tons. For compacted base, many contractors add 10 to 20 percent to allow for compaction. The asphalt base calculator can help.
Hauling limits
| Vehicle | Typical safe load |
|---|---|
| Half-ton pickup | about 1/2 yard |
| Three-quarter-ton pickup | about 3/4 to 1 yard |
| Small dump trailer | 2 to 4 yards, depending on rating |
| Tandem dump truck | 13 to 16 tons |
Always check your vehicle’s payload and trailer rating.
Crushed stone vs crushed concrete
Recycled crushed concrete is lighter than most natural stone, often around 2,000 to 2,500 pounds per yard. See how much does crushed concrete weigh.
Stone dust
Stone dust is the fine material from crushing, used under pavers and as a driveway topping. See stone dust driveway.
Ordering by the ton or yard
Quarries usually sell by the ton because their scales measure weight. Landscape yards often sell by the yard with a loader bucket. If you calculate in yards and the supplier sells in tons, use their factor, not a generic one.
Bottom line
A cubic yard of crushed stone weighs about 2,400 to 3,000 pounds, roughly 1.2 to 1.5 tons, depending on size, rock type, fines, and moisture. Clean stone is lighter; crusher run is heavier. Use your supplier’s conversion factor and check vehicle payload before hauling.
Questions people ask
How many tons is a yard of crushed stone?
About 1.2 to 1.5 tons, commonly estimated at 1.4.
Is crusher run heavier than clean stone?
Yes, the fines fill the gaps and add weight.
How much does a yard of 57 stone weigh?
About 2,400 to 2,800 pounds.
Does wet stone weigh more?
Yes, moisture adds weight.
Related guides
- How Much Does a Yard of Gravel Weigh? Tons per Yard by Stone Type
- Crushed Stone vs Gravel: Differences and Best Uses
- How Much Does Crushed Concrete Weigh per Yard?
- Stone Dust Driveway: Does Screenings Work as a Driveway Surface?
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