Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet Converter
Type a value in cubic yards to see it in cubic feet as you type, with the exact formula and a reference chart.
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How this was calculated
- 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet
- 3 × 27 = 81 ft³
| yd³ | ft³ |
|---|---|
| 0.25 yd³ | 6.75 ft³ |
| 0.5 yd³ | 13.5 ft³ |
| 1 yd³ | 27 ft³ |
| 1.5 yd³ | 40.5 ft³ |
| 2 yd³ | 54 ft³ |
| 3 yd³ | 81 ft³ |
| 5 yd³ | 135 ft³ |
| 10 yd³ | 270 ft³ |
| 20 yd³ | 540 ft³ |
| ft³ | yd³ |
|---|---|
| 5 ft³ | 0.185185 yd³ |
| 10 ft³ | 0.37037 yd³ |
| 20 ft³ | 0.740741 yd³ |
| 50 ft³ | 1.85185 yd³ |
| 100 ft³ | 3.7037 yd³ |
| 200 ft³ | 7.40741 yd³ |
| 500 ft³ | 18.5185 yd³ |
| 1,000 ft³ | 37.037 yd³ |
How to convert cubic yards to cubic feet
1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet. To convert cubic yards to cubic feet, multiply by 27. A cubic yard is 27 cubic feet, about 0.7646 m³. A cubic foot is a 1 ft × 1 ft × 1 ft cube, about 28.317 L.
Worked examples
- 1 cubic yard = 27 ft³ (1 × 27)
- 3 cubic yards = 81 ft³ (3 × 27)
- 10 cubic yards = 270 ft³ (10 × 27)
Where this conversion comes up
Cubic yards are used for concrete, mulch, topsoil and gravel orders; cubic feet for fridges, freezers, storage units and gas meters. Mulch, topsoil and concrete are sold by the cubic yard, but bags are labeled in cubic feet. One cubic yard is 27 ft³, so 1 yd³ of mulch is 13.5 bags of 2 ft³.
Quick estimate
Multiply by 27.
Common mistakes
- Dividing instead of multiplying. A cubic foot is smaller than a cubic yard, so the number of cubic feet must come out larger: 1 cubic yard = 27 ft³.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you convert cubic yards to cubic feet?
Multiply the cubic yards by 27. For example, 3 cubic yards is 81 cubic feet.
How many cubic feet are in one cubic yard?
One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet. A cubic yard is 27 cubic feet, about 0.7646 m³.
What is 10 cubic yards in cubic feet?
10 cubic yards is 270 cubic feet.
Is there a quick way to estimate cubic yards to cubic feet?
Multiply by 27.