What tandem, tri-axle, and quad dump trucks actually bill per hour, per load, and per ton across Texas in 2026 — plus when to quote hourly instead of per load.
| Truck | Hourly | Per load | Per ton (10–25 mi haul) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $85–$140/hr | $210–$350 | $6–$12/ton |
| Tandem-axle | $105–$175/hr | $270–$460 | $7–$14/ton |
| Tri-axle | $130–$215/hr | $360–$600 | $7–$15/ton |
| Quad / super dump | $145–$245/hr | $430–$720 | $8–$16/ton |
Year-round hauling; peak in Q2–Q3. No spring thaw restrictions. Watch summer heat load limits on fresh asphalt overlays.
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 $105/hr, counter.
$5,800–$11,000/yr for a single tandem — Houston and Dallas metros run higher. Texas is one of the friendliest overweight states — 84,000 lb GVW allowed on most roads with a $75 annual permit. Frac sand corridors in the Permian carry their own routing rules.
Full Texas startup guide →The course includes the rate-quote worksheet, cycle-time math, and the exact language for holding your number when a GC pushes back.