Convert Cubic Yards to Tuns
Convert Cubic Yards (yd³) to Tuns (tun) instantly and accurately.
Conversion Formula
tun = yd³ × 0.8014842301
About Cubic Yards
A cubic yard (yd³) = 27 ft³ ≈ 764.6 L. Standard unit for bulk construction materials in the US: concrete pours, mulch, topsoil, gravel, and fill dirt are ordered and delivered by the yard. A standard concrete mixer truck carries 8-10 yd³. Earth-moving and landfill capacity are measured in millions of cubic yards. One yd³ of concrete ≈4,000 lb. 1 yd³ = 27 ft³ ≈ 764.6 L.
About Tuns
A tun = 4 hogsheads = 252 US gallons ≈ 953.9 L - the largest traditional wine cask and origin of the English word 'ton': a full tun of wine weighed ~1 long ton. English shipping law rated cargo capacity in 'tuns burden'. Scottish distilleries use 'tun rooms' for large vatting/blending vats. 1 tun = 252 US gal = 2 pipes = 4 hogsheads ≈ 953.9 L.
Quick Reference Table
| Cubic Yards (yd³) | Tuns (tun) |
|---|---|
| 1 yd³ | 0.801484 tun |
| 2 yd³ | 1.60297 tun |
| 5 yd³ | 4.00742 tun |
| 10 yd³ | 8.01484 tun |
| 25 yd³ | 20.0371 tun |
| 50 yd³ | 40.0742 tun |
| 100 yd³ | 80.1484 tun |