Exactly how many yards does a cement truck hold?

If you're mapping out a new driveway or getting ready to pour a backyard patio, you've probably wondered how many yards does a cement truck hold before you start calling around for quotes. It's a classic DIY dilemma—you don't want to order too little and end up with a "cold joint," but you also don't want to pay for a massive truck that's mostly empty. Generally speaking, a standard ready-mix concrete truck has a maximum capacity of about 10 cubic yards, but there is a lot more to the story than just that one number. ...

May 20, 2026 · 7 min · Olaru Dougan