Gravel Reference

Gravel for a 4 by 8 m Driveway

How much gravel you need for a 4 by 8 metre driveway, in cubic metres and tonnes.

Gravel for a 4x8 m driveway

At 8 cm deep, with a 5 percent allowance.

Cubic metres
2.69
Tonnes (approx)
4.92t
cubic metres = 4 × 8 × (8 / 100) × 1.05 = 2.69 m³

That is about 13.1 × 26.2 ft, roughly 3.35 cubic yards at 3 inches.

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About this estimate

A 4 by 8 metre area at 8 cm is about 2.56 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 4 by 8 m driveway?

A 4 by 8 metre area at 8 cm deep needs about 2.69 cubic metres, roughly 4.92 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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