Cubic foot to Cubic yard Converter
Enter the value that you want to convert cubic foot (ft³) to cubic yard (yd³) or cubic yard to cubic foot.Also written as FT³ to YD³ conversion.
1 cubic foot = 0.0370370 cubic yard
Formula: cubic yard = cubic foot value × 0.0370370
FT³ to YD³ — cubic foot to cubic yard
10 cubic foot = 0.37037 cubic yard
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Cubic foot to Cubic yard: The Essentials
What is Cubic foot?
Cubic foot (ft³) is a unit of volume measurement. 1 cubic foot is equal to 0.0370370 cubic yard.
The Cubic yard Explained
Cubic yard (yd³) is a unit of volume measurement. 1 cubic yard is equal to 27.0000000 cubic foot.
Volume Measurement Systems
Volume units are particularly confusing because the US and UK gallons differ (US gallon = 3.785 L, UK gallon = 4.546 L), as do their pints, cups, and fluid ounces. Cooking, fuel economy, beverage production, and pharmaceutical compounding all require precise volume conversions. Laboratory work uses milliliters and liters while US recipes specify cups, tablespoons, and fluid ounces.
cubic foot to cubic yard metric conversion table
| 0.01 ft³ | = | 0.00037 yd³ |
| 0.1 ft³ | = | 0.00370 yd³ |
| 1 ft³ | = | 0.03704 yd³ |
| 2 ft³ | = | 0.07407 yd³ |
| 3 ft³ | = | 0.11111 yd³ |
| 4 ft³ | = | 0.14815 yd³ |
| 5 ft³ | = | 0.18519 yd³ |
| 6 ft³ | = | 0.22222 yd³ |
| 7 ft³ | = | 0.25926 yd³ |
| 8 ft³ | = | 0.29630 yd³ |
| 9 ft³ | = | 0.33333 yd³ |
| 10 ft³ | = | 0.37037 yd³ |
| 11 ft³ | = | 0.40741 yd³ |
| 12 ft³ | = | 0.44444 yd³ |
| 13 ft³ | = | 0.48148 yd³ |
| 14 ft³ | = | 0.51852 yd³ |
| 15 ft³ | = | 0.55556 yd³ |
| 16 ft³ | = | 0.59259 yd³ |
| 17 ft³ | = | 0.62963 yd³ |
| 18 ft³ | = | 0.66667 yd³ |
| 19 ft³ | = | 0.70370 yd³ |
| 20 ft³ | = | 0.74074 yd³ |
| 30 ft³ | = | 1.11111 yd³ |
| 40 ft³ | = | 1.48148 yd³ |
| 50 ft³ | = | 1.85185 yd³ |
| 60 ft³ | = | 2.22222 yd³ |
| 70 ft³ | = | 2.59259 yd³ |
| 80 ft³ | = | 2.96296 yd³ |
| 90 ft³ | = | 3.33333 yd³ |
| 100 ft³ | = | 3.70370 yd³ |
| 200 ft³ | = | 7.40741 yd³ |
| 300 ft³ | = | 11.11111 yd³ |
| 400 ft³ | = | 14.81481 yd³ |
| 500 ft³ | = | 18.51852 yd³ |
| 600 ft³ | = | 22.22222 yd³ |
| 700 ft³ | = | 25.92593 yd³ |
| 800 ft³ | = | 29.62963 yd³ |
| 900 ft³ | = | 33.33333 yd³ |
| 1000 ft³ | = | 37.03704 yd³ |
How to Convert FT³ to YD³ (Cubic foot to Cubic yard)?
We can convert cubic foot to cubic yard by using an example.
Example:
Convert 20 Cubic foot to Cubic yard?
We know 1 Cubic foot = 0.0370370 cubic yard; 1 Cubic yard = 27.0000000 cubic foot.
20 cubic foot = ___yd³
20 × 0.0370370 = 0.74074 yd³ (we know 1 cubic foot = 0.0370370 cubic yard)
Answer:
20 cubic foot = 0.74074 cubic yard
Step-by-Step Guide: Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards
Cubic yards are the standard unit for ordering landscaping materials like topsoil, mulch, gravel, and concrete. Since one yard equals 3 feet in length, one cubic yard equals 3 × 3 × 3 = 27 cubic feet. To convert cubic feet to cubic yards, divide by 27. This conversion is essential for any construction or landscaping project.
- Calculate or measure the volume in cubic feet.
- Divide the cubic feet value by 27.
- The result is the volume in cubic yards.
- Example: 135 ft³ ÷ 27 = 5 yd³.
Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards Conversion Table
Common conversions for construction and landscaping materials:
| Cubic foot | Cubic yard |
|---|---|
| 13.5 ft³ | 0.5 yd³ |
| 27 ft³ | 1 yd³ |
| 54 ft³ | 2 yd³ |
| 81 ft³ | 3 yd³ |
| 135 ft³ | 5 yd³ |
| 270 ft³ | 10 yd³ |
| 540 ft³ | 20 yd³ |
Worked Examples: Cubic Feet → Cubic Yards
Question 1: A garden bed measures 12 ft × 4 ft and needs 6 inches of mulch. How many cubic yards of mulch should you order?
Solution:
Convert depth: 6 inches = 0.5 feet
Volume in ft³ = 12 × 4 × 0.5 = 24 ft³
Cubic yards = 24 ÷ 27 = 0.889 yd³
Round up to 1 yd³ for ordering
Answer: Order 1 cubic yard of mulch for this garden bed.
Question 2: A concrete slab is 20 ft × 10 ft × 4 inches thick. How many cubic yards of concrete are needed?
Solution:
Convert thickness: 4 inches = 0.333 feet
Volume = 20 × 10 × 0.333 = 66.67 ft³
Cubic yards = 66.67 ÷ 27 = 2.47 yd³
Order 2.5 yd³ (includes waste factor)
Answer: You need approximately 2.5 cubic yards of concrete.
Question 3: An excavation removed 810 cubic feet of soil. How many dump truck loads is that if each truck carries 10 cubic yards?
Solution:
Convert to cubic yards: 810 ÷ 27 = 30 yd³
Truck loads = 30 ÷ 10 = 3 loads
Answer: 810 ft³ = 30 yd³, requiring 3 truck loads.
Test Your Skills
Try solving these on your own to test your understanding:
- Convert 108 cubic feet to cubic yards. (Answer: 4 yd³)
- A space is 15 ft × 8 ft × 3 ft. How many cubic yards? (Answer: 13.33 yd³)
- How many cubic feet in 7.5 cubic yards? (Answer: 202.5 ft³)
- You need 3 inches of gravel over 500 ft². How many cubic yards? (Answer: 4.63 yd³)
- A trench is 30 ft long, 2 ft wide, 3 ft deep. Cubic yards of fill needed? (Answer: 6.67 yd³)
Ordering Landscaping Materials
Mulch, topsoil, gravel, and sand are sold by the cubic yard. Most full-size pickup trucks hold about 1-2 cubic yards (27-54 ft³). For larger projects, delivery trucks carry 10-15 cubic yards. Always calculate your area in square feet, multiply by the desired depth in feet, then divide by 27. Add 5-10% extra for settling and waste.
Concrete Ordering Tips
Ready-mix concrete is ordered in cubic yards. For a project requiring 2.47 yd³, order at least 2.75 yd³ to account for spillage, over-excavation, and uneven subgrade. Concrete trucks typically carry 8-10 yd³. For small pours under 1 yd³, some suppliers charge "short load" fees — consider renting a mixer trailer from a home improvement store instead.
Key Takeaways
- 1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet (3×3×3).
- Divide cubic feet by 27 to get cubic yards.
- Always round up when ordering materials.
- A pickup truck holds about 1-2 cubic yards.
- For depth in inches: multiply area (ft²) × depth (in) ÷ 324 = cubic yards.
Cubic foot to Cubic yard Conversion Formula
cubic yard = cubic foot × 0.0370370
1 cubic foot = 0.0370370 cubic yard
1 cubic yard = 27.0000000 cubic foot
Reverse: cubic foot = cubic yard × 27.0000000
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cubic yard are in 1 cubic foot?
There are 0.0370370 cubic yard in 1 cubic foot. To convert cubic foot to cubic yard, multiply the value by 0.0370370.
How do I convert cubic foot to cubic yard?
Multiply your cubic foot value by 0.0370370 to get the equivalent in cubic yard. For example, 5 cubic foot = 5 × 0.0370370 = 0.18519 cubic yard.
How do I convert cubic yard to cubic foot?
Multiply your cubic yard value by 27.0000000 to get the equivalent in cubic foot. Alternatively, divide by 0.0370370.
What is 10 cubic foot in cubic yard?
10 cubic foot is equal to 0.37037 cubic yard.
What is 100 cubic foot in cubic yard?
100 cubic foot is equal to 3.70370 cubic yard.