Dumps sideways in seconds without raising a tall body, which makes it the safest high-payload option on uneven ground and the fastest for windrowing material along a road.
| Payload | 22–28 tons |
|---|---|
| Body volume | 24–39 cu yd |
| GVWR | 80,000 lb combination |
| Used price (2026) | $25,000–$55,000 (trailer only) |
| New price (2026) | $65,000–$95,000 (trailer only) |
| Typical hourly rate | $145–$205/hr |
| Typical per load | $420–$720 |
| Fuel economy | 5.5–6.5 blended |
| Insurance | $7,000–$14,000/yr (tractor + trailer) |
Side dumps virtually eliminate the raised-body tip-over that kills end-dump operators every year. They cost more up front but pay it back in safety, speed, and access to roadway and pipeline work.
| Type | Payload | Used price | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-Axle Dump Truck | 6–8 tons | $18,000–$45,000 | $85–$135/hr |
| Tandem-Axle Dump Truck | 12–15 tons | $35,000–$85,000 | $105–$165/hr |
| Tri-Axle Dump Truck | 16–22 tons | $50,000–$110,000 | $135–$195/hr |
| Quad-Axle Dump Truck | 20–26 tons | $65,000–$130,000 | $155–$220/hr |
| End Dump Trailer | 22–26 tons | $18,000–$45,000 (trailer only) | $140–$200/hr |
| Side Dump Trailer | 22–28 tons | $25,000–$55,000 (trailer only) | $145–$205/hr |
| Super Dump Truck | 20–26 tons | $70,000–$135,000 | $150–$210/hr |
| Transfer Dump Truck | 22–26 tons | $60,000–$120,000 (truck + transfer) | $140–$200/hr |
Side dumps discharge without raising a tall body, so they're far more stable on uneven ground and can windrow material along a shoulder in a single pass.
$25,000–$55,000 used and $65,000–$95,000 new for the trailer alone in 2026.
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