The Volume of a Wheelbarrow

Wheelbarrows are useful for yard work and construction. They conveniently hold and carry materials and can generally be lifted and pushed on a wheel by one individual. The size and volume of wheelbarrows vary, but on average they will not hold more than 10 cubic feet.

Dimensions

• A common wheelbarrow has a volume of about eight cubic feet and weighs about 55 pounds when it's empty. These wheelbarrows are about 65 inches long, 30 inches wide and 30 inches high.

Conversions

• The average wheelbarrow can hold about eight cubic feet. This can be converted into about 227 liters or 60 gallons.

Weight

• A wheelbarrow with the volume of eight cubic feet will hold about 460 pounds of water or about 1,200 pounds of concrete.