What tandem, tri-axle, and quad dump trucks actually bill per hour, per load, and per ton across Washington in 2026 — plus when to quote hourly instead of per load.
| Truck | Hourly | Per load | Per ton (10–25 mi haul) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-axle | $80–$145/hr | $200–$360 | $6–$12/ton |
| Tandem-axle | $100–$180/hr | $260–$470 | $7–$14/ton |
| Tri-axle | $120–$220/hr | $340–$610 | $7–$15/ton |
| Quad / super dump | $140–$250/hr | $410–$740 | $8–$16/ton |
Western WA runs year-round with rain delays; eastern WA has real winter shutdown Dec–Feb.
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 $100/hr, counter.
$5,800–$11,000/yr for a single tandem. Washington runs weight-mile taxes on some routes and full spring thaw restrictions east of the Cascades (Feb–Apr). Overweight permits through WSDOT. Emissions rules stricter than most states — 2010+ engine strongly recommended.
Full Washington 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.