Commercial Vehicle Guide

Equipment Costs

Last Updated: March 2026

How Much Do Commercial Trucks Cost?

Cost guides for commercial trucks and specialty equipment. New and used price ranges, factors that affect cost, and financing terms. Use these guides to budget and compare equipment options.

Each cost guide includes new and used price ranges, factors that affect cost (configuration, age, mileage, region), and typical financing terms. Costs vary by manufacturer, options, and market conditions. Use these guides alongside the Data pages for budgeting and the Vehicle financing pages for loan requirements.

Factors That Affect Equipment Cost

Configuration (aerial reach for bucket trucks, tank size for vac trucks), chassis type (medium vs heavy duty), age and mileage for used equipment, and regional demand all affect price. New equipment typically qualifies for longer terms (60–84 months) and lower rates than used. See individual cost pages for details.

How Cost Data Supports Financing

Lenders use equipment value to set advance rates (loan-to-value). Knowing typical cost ranges helps you budget and negotiate. Used equipment at 40–60% of new cost often qualifies for shorter terms; advance rates may be 70–85% of value. See Average Cost of Commercial Trucks for full ranges and New vs Used Truck Financing for term comparison.

Key Takeaways

  • Costs vary by type: semi $120k–$200k new; dump $80k–$150k; bucket $80k–$250k; vac $80k–$200k
  • Used prices typically 40–60% of new; age, mileage, and condition affect valuation
  • See individual cost pages for configuration-specific pricing and financing terms
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Equipment Cost Guides

Click any vehicle type for detailed cost breakdowns, new vs. used pricing, and financing options. Each page links to the corresponding financing page and data resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a semi truck cost?

New semi trucks: $120k–$200k. Used: $50k–$120k depending on age and mileage. See How Much Does a Semi Truck Cost.

How much does a bucket truck cost?

New bucket trucks: $80k–$250k depending on aerial reach (35–65+ feet). Used: $40k–$120k. See How Much Does a Bucket Truck Cost.

How much does a vac truck cost?

New vac trucks: $80k–$200k (standard) to $350k+ for larger units. Used: $40k–$120k. See How Much Does a Vac Truck Cost.

Related Resources

Data:

Average Cost of Commercial Trucks Vehicle Comparison Chart Revenue Potential by Business Type

Financing:

Commercial Vehicle Financing Truck Financing Guide