Weight by Condition
Dry sand weighs about 1.35 tons per cubic yard. Wet sand weighs 1.6 tons — about 18% more. Packed sand can reach 1.7 tons per cubic yard.
- Dry: 1.35 t/yd³.
- Wet: 1.6 t/yd³.
- Packed: 1.7 t/yd³.
Sand Weight Calculator
Enter dimensions and density to calculate sand weight.
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Formula
Sand Weight Formula
tons = cubic yards × density (tons/yd³)
Guide
Sand Weight Guide
Sand Types
Mason sand and play sand are finer and slightly lighter. Fill sand and concrete sand are coarser. All sand types fall within 1.3-1.7 tons per cubic yard.
- Mason sand: fine, 1.3 t/yd³.
- Concrete sand: coarse, 1.4 t/yd³.
- Fill sand: varies, 1.3-1.5 t/yd³.
Hauling
A standard dump truck carries 10-14 tons. That is about 7-10 cubic yards of dry sand. Plan deliveries based on your total tonnage needs.
- Standard truck: 10-14 tons.
- 7-10 cubic yards per load.
- Ask about delivery fees.
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FAQ
FAQ
Dry sand weighs about 1.35 tons (2,700 lbs) per cubic yard. Wet sand weighs about 1.6 tons (3,200 lbs).
About 100 lbs per cubic foot for dry sand. Divide tons per cubic yard by 27 and multiply by 2,000.
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