Equipment Transport Trailer Calculator

Choose the right trailer and confirm deck clearance. Balance axle loads and estimate required tie-down strength. Price the haul using distance, permits, escorts, rentals.

Calculator Inputs

Provide equipment dimensions, trailer ratings, securement, and cost items.

Outputs are shown in both when useful.

lbkg

ftm

ftm

ftm

ftm

ftm

lb

lb

Used for axle-load estimate.

lb per axle

Used for tongue-weight estimate.

Typical: 10–15 bumper, 15–25 gooseneck.

Chains, straps, or binders.

lb (working load limit)

Scales the minimum aggregate WLL requirement.

mileskm

USD per mile

USD/day

days

USD/hour

hours

USD

USD

USD

Oversize thresholds (optional)

Adjust to your jurisdiction or contract requirements.

ft

ft

ft

Example data table

These sample rows help you sanity-check typical ranges.

Equipment Weight (lb) Size (L×W×H ft) Deck (ft) Axles Tie-downs × WLL (lb) Distance (mi)
Skid steer 8500 11 × 6.2 × 6.5 18 × 8.5 2 4 × 3300 35
Mini excavator 12000 14 × 6.5 × 8.2 20 × 8.5 2 6 × 5400 85
Telehandler 24000 20 × 8.0 × 8.5 24 × 8.5 3 8 × 5400 150

Values are illustrative and should be verified for your equipment and trailer.

Formula used

Securement rules vary by jurisdiction and cargo type. Use this as a planning screen, not a legal determination.

How to use this calculator

  1. Select your input units, then enter equipment weight and dimensions.
  2. Enter trailer deck dimensions and rated payload from the data plate.
  3. Add axle count and axle rating to estimate axle loading.
  4. Choose hitch type and tongue percent to approximate weight transfer.
  5. Enter tie-down count and WLL to screen securement sufficiency.
  6. Adjust oversize thresholds if your region uses different limits.
  7. Enter distance and cost items for a quick transport budget.
  8. Review status, notes, and download the report if needed.

Measure, verify, secure, and move equipment with confidence today.

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