Concrete Weight Calculator

Estimate the weight of a concrete slab, footing or volume from its dimensions, using standard concrete density.

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How to Use This Calculator

How to Use

  1. Choose whether to enter slab dimensions or a known volume of concrete.
  2. Enter the measurements. For a slab, the thickness is in millimetres (metric) or inches (imperial).
  3. Read off the weight in tonnes, kilograms, pounds and US tons.

Concrete density

This calculator uses a density of 2,400 kg/m³, the standard figure for normal reinforced concrete. Lightweight concrete can be 1,800 kg/m³ or less, while heavy aggregate mixes can exceed 2,500 kg/m³.

Why weight matters

Knowing the weight helps you check ground bearing capacity, plan lifting and transport, and confirm that floors or structures can carry the load. Treat the result as a close estimate.

Common Questions

How much does a cubic metre of concrete weigh?

Around 2.4 tonnes (2,400 kg) for standard reinforced concrete. Lightweight mixes weigh less and dense aggregate mixes a little more.

How much does a cubic yard of concrete weigh?

Roughly 1.8 to 2 tonnes (about 3,900 lb), since a cubic yard is 0.765 cubic metres at around 2,400 kg/m³.

What density does this calculator use?

It uses 2,400 kg/m³, the standard density for normal-weight reinforced concrete.

Does the weight change as concrete cures?

Slightly. Wet concrete is a little heavier due to mixing water, and it loses a small amount of weight as it dries and cures.

Why do I need to know the weight of concrete?

To check ground or structural load capacity, plan transport and lifting, and ensure a slab or beam is properly supported.

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