Gravel Reference

Gravel for a 3 by 6 m Driveway

How much gravel you need for a 3 by 6 metre driveway, in cubic metres and tonnes.

Gravel for a 3x6 m driveway

At 8 cm deep, with a 5 percent allowance.

Cubic metres
1.51
Tonnes (approx)
2.77t
cubic metres = 3 × 6 × (8 / 100) × 1.05 = 1.51 m³

That is about 9.8 × 19.7 ft, roughly 1.88 cubic yards at 3 inches.

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About this estimate

A 3 by 6 metre area at 8 cm is about 1.44 cubic metres before waste. Density varies by stone type, so confirm tonnage with your supplier.

Moving gravel? A solid wheelbarrow beats a bucket every time.

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Common questions

How much gravel for a 3 by 6 m driveway?

A 3 by 6 metre area at 8 cm deep needs about 1.51 cubic metres, roughly 2.77 tonnes of crushed gravel.

How deep for a gravel drive?

About 8 to 10 cm for a top layer, more for a full build. Confirm the density with your supplier.
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