What tandem, tri-axle, and quad dump trucks actually bill per hour, per load, and per ton across New York in 2026 — plus when to quote hourly instead of per load.
| Truck | Hourly | Per load | Per ton (10–25 mi haul) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $110–$180/hr | $280–$450 | $6–$12/ton |
| Tandem-axle | $140–$225/hr | $360–$590 | $7–$14/ton |
| Tri-axle | $170–$275/hr | $480–$770 | $7–$15/ton |
| Quad / super dump | $195–$315/hr | $570–$920 | $8–$16/ton |
Winter shutdown Dec–Mar upstate; NYC construction runs through winter with weather delays. Spring thaw restrictions in the Adirondacks and western NY.
Cycles under 45 minutes, sites with loader or paver wait time, and anything where the GC controls your pace. Always attach a two-hour minimum.
Long, predictable quarry-to-site runs over 90 minutes where you control the cycle. Convert the offer to an hourly figure first — if it lands under $140/hr, counter.
$7,500–$14,000/yr for a single tandem — NYC-based operators pay the top of that range. New York City requires separate DEP permits for construction hauling within the five boroughs. Upstate follows standard NYSDOT overweight rules. Publication requirement inflates the LLC cost.
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