Cubic Yards (yd³)	Cubic Feet (ft³)
1 yd³	27 ft³
2 yd³	54 ft³
5 yd³	135 ft³
10 yd³	270 ft³
25 yd³	675 ft³
50 yd³	1350 ft³
100 yd³	2700 ft³
250 yd³	6750 ft³
500 yd³	13500 ft³
1000 yd³	27000 ft³

Convert Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet

Convert cubic yards to cubic feet (yd³ to ft³) with our instant calculator. 1 yd³ = 27 ft³. Includes exact formula and reference tables.

How to Convert Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet (yd³ to ft³)

1 Cubic Yard (yd³) is equal to 27 Cubic Feet (ft³). Multiply the cubic yard value by 27

Quick Answer 1 yd³ = 27 ft³

Formula ft³ = yd³ × 27

Inverse Factor 1 ft³ = 0.037037 yd³

Unit Definitions & Metrology Context

The SI unit of volume is the cubic meter (m³). The liter (L) is equal to 1 cubic decimeter (0.001 m³).

About Cubic Yards (yd³): Cubic Yard (yd³) is a unit in the Volume & Capacity measurement category. It is widely used in mulch, concrete & soil. Relative to the volume & capacity base unit, 1 yd³ equals 764.554858 Liters (L).

About Cubic Feet (ft³): Cubic Foot (ft³) is a unit in the Volume & Capacity measurement category. It is widely used in refrigerators & storage. Relative to the volume & capacity base unit, 1 ft³ equals 28.316847 Liters (L).

Need to convert in the opposite direction? Visit our Convert Cubic Feet to Cubic Yards (ft³ to yd³) calculator (1 ft³ = 0.037037 yd³).

Step-by-Step Worked Examples (yd³ to ft³)

Convert 5 Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet: Applying the formula (ft³ = yd³ × 27): starting with 5 yd³, multiply the cubic yard value by 27 to get 135 ft³.
Convert 10 Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet: Applying the formula (ft³ = yd³ × 27): starting with 10 yd³, multiply the cubic yard value by 27 to get 270 ft³.
Convert 50 Cubic Yards to Cubic Feet: Applying the formula (ft³ = yd³ × 27): starting with 50 yd³, multiply the cubic yard value by 27 to get 1350 ft³.

Popular Volume & Capacity Conversions

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1 US gallon is exactly 231 cubic inches, or approx. 3.78541 liters.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Verified answers and formulas for converting cubic yards to cubic feet.

How many cubic feet are in 1 cubic yard?

There are 27 cubic feet (ft³) in 1 cubic yard (yd³). Conversely, 1 cubic foot equals 0.037037 cubic yards.

How do you convert cubic yards to cubic feet?

To convert cubic yards (yd³) to cubic feet (ft³), use the formula: ft³ = yd³ × 27. Multiply the cubic yard value by 27. For example, 10 yd³ equals 270 ft³.

How do I convert back from cubic feet to cubic yards?

To convert in the reverse direction from cubic feet (ft³) to cubic yards (yd³), use the inverse formula: yd³ = ft³ / 27. Divide the cubic foot value by 27 (1 ft³ = 0.037037 yd³).

What is the difference between cubic yard (yd³) and cubic foot (ft³)?

Both cubic yard and cubic foot measure volume & capacity. Cubic Yard (yd³) is a unit in the Volume & Capacity measurement category. It is widely used in mulch, concrete & soil. Relative to the volume & capacity base unit, 1 yd³ equals 764.554858 Liters (L). Cubic Foot (ft³) is a unit in the Volume & Capacity measurement category. It is widely used in refrigerators & storage. Relative to the volume & capacity base unit, 1 ft³ equals 28.316847 Liters (L).

How many cubic feet are in a cubic yard?

There are exactly 27 cubic feet in 1 cubic yard (3 ft × 3 ft × 3 ft = 27 ft³). To convert cubic feet to cubic yards, divide by 27.