Standard Junk Hauling Truck Dimensions

Most companies use box trucks or large cargo vans with the following approximate dimensions:

Volume Capacity Explained

Junk haulers often price loads based on cubic yards (1 cubic yard = 27 cubic feet).

• Example: A 16-ft truck with 7′ x 7′ dimensions has:
  • Volume: 16 ft (L) × 7 ft (W) × 7 ft (H) = 784 cubic feet ≈ 29 cubic yards.
  • Companies typically advertise this as a “full truckload” (~15–20 cubic yards of usable space, accounting for safe stacking and weight limits).

Pricing Tiers by Truck Space

Most companies divide their trucks into fractions for pricing:

1. ¼ Truck: ~4–6 cubic yards (e.g., 5–10 large items like furniture).
2. ½ Truck: ~8–12 cubic yards (e.g., a room’s worth of clutter).
3. Full Truck: ~15–20 cubic yards (e.g., entire garage cleanout).

Weight Limits

Trucks also have weight restrictions to comply with safety regulations:

• Smaller trucks: 2,000–3,000 lbs max.
• Larger box trucks: 4,000–6,000 lbs max.
  • Heavy materials (e.g., concrete, dirt) may hit weight limits before volume limits.

Examples by Company

1. 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
   • Uses 16-ft trucks with ~15–20 cubic yards of space.
   • Weight limit: ~4,000 lbs.
2. College Hunks Hauling Junk
   • Similar 16-ft trucks, but may use smaller vehicles for minor jobs.
3. Local Austin Companies (e.g., ATX Junk Removal)
   • Often use 14-ft trucks (~12–15 cubic yards) for competitive pricing.

Why Dimensions Matter

• Cost Efficiency: Knowing your load’s size helps choose between ¼, ½, or full truck pricing.
• Weight vs. Volume: Heavy items (e.g., appliances) may cost more due to weight limits, even if they don’t take much space.
• Transparency: Companies like Junk King provide itemized quotes based on both volume and weight.

For exact dimensions, contact the company directly—some use custom-built trucks or trailers. Always confirm capacity and weight limits when booking!