How Many Cubic Yards Does a Standard Pickup Truck Hold?

The capacity of a standard pickup truck is determined by the size and type of bed. This means that the exact amount of cubic yards which a standard pickup truck holds will vary depending on the specific model and make.

The size of a truck bed is usually expressed in cubic feet. To calculate how many cubic yards this is, one needs to divide the number by 27 (as there are 27 cubic feet in one cubic yard).

For example, if a truck bed is 6 feet long, 5 feet wide and 1 foot deep, then it is 30 cubic feet (6 x 5 x 1 = 30). To calculate how many cubic yards this is, divide 30 by 27; this equals 1.11111 – meaning that the truck bed can hold approximately 1.11111 cubic yards.

However, it should be noted that these calculations do not take into account any items which may be stored in the bed of the pickup truck; for example, a toolbox or other cargo. The presence of these items will decrease available space and therefore reduce the maximum amount of cubic yards which can be held.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, it is difficult to provide an exact figure for how many cubic yards a standard pickup truck holds as this depends on its make and model as well as any additional items stored in its bed. Generally speaking however, most pickup trucks will hold around 1-1.5 cubic yards when empty.

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Karen Watkins