Moving Truck Size Calculator

Moving truck size depends on home size and how much furniture you have.

General truck size guidelines:

• 10–12 ft truck: Studio or 1-bedroom apartment
• 15–16 ft truck: 1–2 bedroom apartment/home
• 20 ft truck: 2–3 bedroom home
• 22 ft truck: 3–4 bedroom home
• 26 ft truck: 4+ bedroom home or large household

Truck capacity in cubic feet:

• 10 ft: ~402 cu ft
• 12 ft: ~450 cu ft
• 15 ft: ~764 cu ft
• 16 ft: ~800 cu ft
• 20 ft: ~1,100 cu ft
• 22 ft: ~1,200 cu ft
• 26 ft: ~1,600 cu ft

Tips for moving day:

• Disassemble large furniture when possible
• Load heaviest items first, against the cab wall
• Use blankets and straps to protect furniture
• Fill gaps with boxes and soft items
• When in doubt, go one size up