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1 Soil: Weighs about 2,200 pounds per cubic yard, depending on the moisture content. 2  Sand, Gravel, Stone: Can tip the scales at upwards of 3,000 pounds per cubic yard.
One cubic yard is a three dimensional cube that measures 3 feet long and 3 feet tall. Weights for products will vary due to moisture content. Typically, mulch products weigh between 400-800 lbs. per cubic yard; Compost weighs between 1000 â 1600 lbs and soil blends weigh between 2200-2700 lbs. A full size Â¾ or 1 ton pickup can hold 2-3 cubic yards, slightly rounded, but weight must be considered.