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How much is 1 ton of gravel in cubic yards?

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The density of gravel varies depending on its constituents. Gravel is made up of varying size stones and varying sized sand particles together with a certain amount of air and water. However, the specific density of gravel will always be greater than that of water (1.0) and less than that of concrete (2.4). A regular gravel could have a specific density of say 1.8. The density of water is 0.254 ton / cu. yd so 1 cu yd. of gravel could be 0.254 x 1.8 = 0.457 ton. Approximately.

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