Buying and Hauling Materials by the Cubic Yard FAQ | Today ...
However, here are some general guidelines to give you an idea of how many trips it might take for a big project: Full-size Pickup Trucks: Can usually handle 2 cubic yards of soil, 2-3 cubic yards of mulch, and 1 cubic yard of stone or gravel. Small Pickups and Trailers: Can usually handle 1 cubic yard of soil to maybe 1½ of mulch.