A standard roll-off grapple dump holds 50-60 cubic yards, and larger options reach up to 130 cubic yards. One cubic yard is 27 cubic feet, so to estimate any material, multiply length x width x depth in feet and divide by 27.
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Enter the length and width of your area in feet and how many inches deep you want the mulch. We will estimate the cubic yards you need.
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The 10% extra is an optional planning allowance for uneven surfaces, waste, or settling. Your actual order may vary based on bed shape and the supplier's delivery increments.
Request a Mulch QuoteWhat is a cubic yard?
A cubic yard is a cube three feet long, three feet wide and three feet deep, or 27 cubic feet. Haulers, mulch yards and dirt suppliers all sell by this unit.
Grapple truck load sizes
Raynor Shine roll-off grapple dumps run 50-60 cubic yards, with larger capacity options up to 130 cubic yards. Loose limbs and brush take up much more space than dense material like concrete.
Estimating mulch
Bed area in square feet x depth in feet / 27. For example, 1,000 square feet at 3 inches deep (0.25 ft) is 250 cubic feet, or about 9.3 cubic yards.
Estimating dirt and subbase
Area x thickness in feet / 27. Add extra for compaction and settling, and call us to confirm the right quantity and material.
Estimating debris
Piles are irregular. Describe the pile's approximate length, width and height when you call and we will recommend a truck.
Frequently asked questions
How many cubic feet in a cubic yard?
27.
How do I figure mulch for 3 inches deep?
Use 0.25 ft as the depth in the formula.
How big is a 50 yard dump?
50 cubic yards, or 1,350 cubic feet.
Can you help me estimate?
Yes. Call (407) 595-5332.