Input set
4 fields
Area / Compacted depth
Estimate Type 1 sub-base tonnage from area, compacted depth and density. Use the inputs below to estimate materials, quantities, labour allowances, site checks or planning figures before creating quotes, RAMS, purchase lists or project records.
Inputs
Result area
Tonnes required
17.33 t
Aggregate tonnage including waste.
Input set
Area / Compacted depth
Outputs
Tonnes required
Estimate status
Aggregate tonnage including waste.
Explore next
Excavation Volume Calculator
Formula notes
Estimate Type 1 sub-base tonnage from area, compacted depth and density. The calculation uses the visible inputs, applies allowances where shown, and rounds ordering-style quantities up where practical.
Worked example
Example: enter the default values above, review the tonnes required, then adjust the allowance to suit supplier data and site conditions.
Move from estimate to record
Copy a portable summary or print this page to PDF, then carry the checked figure into a controlled project workflow.
Related calculators
Estimate spoil volume from length, width and depth.
Estimate hardcore quantity from area, depth and density.
Estimate trench backfill volume from trench dimensions and pipe displacement.
Estimate skip loads from spoil volume, bulking factor and skip size.
Related Zektrx workflows
FAQ
No. It is an estimating prompt only. Check measurements, supplier specifications, product data, site conditions and competent advice before ordering materials or starting work.
Public calculator results are for lead-generation and planning today. App calculators can later save results to jobs, quotes, RAMS, stock and purchase orders.
Type 1 Sub Base Calculator gives the starting number. Zektrx helps turn it into job planning, material control and report-ready evidence for the trade team.
Plan
Groundworks
Materials
Tonnes required
Report
Groundworks

Plan
Trade estimates are more useful when they create a route into owners, dates, readiness checks and delivery context.
Trade calculator
Groundworks

Materials
Calculator outputs can support material checks, reservations, purchase notes and job-linked stock evidence.
Trade calculator
Tonnes required

Report
Saved numbers and linked records help managers review estimates, evidence and close-out without rebuilding context.
Trade calculator
Groundworks
Trade calculator results are more useful when they feed the work package: scope checks, material planning and the briefing that keeps delivery aligned.

Check the scope
Use the estimate to confirm measurements, assumptions, labour and site readiness.

Prepare materials
Move quantities into stock checks, purchase notes and job-linked material records.

Brief the work
Share the assumptions, limits and controls with the team before the job starts.