How Much Topsoil Can a Pickup Truck Hold?

Pickup trucks are great for hauling a variety of items, including topsoil. But how much topsoil can a pickup truck hold?

The answer depends on the size of the truck and the type of topsoil being hauled.

For most pickup trucks, the capacity for hauling topsoil is roughly 1 to 2 cubic yards. This is equivalent to 9 to 18 cubic feet or 27 to 54 30-pound bags.

However, this can vary depending on the size of the pickup truck and type of topsoil being hauled.

For full-size pickups like a Ford F150 or Chevrolet Silverado, it’s typically possible to fit up to 3 cubic yards of topsoil in the bed or on a trailer hitch. This is equivalent to 27 cubic feet or 81 30-pound bags.

When hauling topsoil in a pickup truck, it’s important to keep in mind that weight limits should not be exceeded. Most standard full-size pickups have a payload capacity of around 1,500 pounds, so only about 10 cubic feet of soil should be loaded at one time if it is particularly heavy soil.

Conclusion:

The amount of topsoil that can be held in a pickup truck varies depending on its size and the type of soil being hauled. Generally speaking, most standard full-size pickups can hold between 1 and 3 cubic yards or 9 to 27 cubic feet of soil at one time without exceeding weight limits.

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Susan Delgado