How Much Does A Truck Weigh

The weight of a truck varies widely depending on its type and purpose. A midsize pickup truck, like a Toyota Tacoma or Ford Ranger, typically weighs 3,500 to 4,500 pounds.

Full-size light-duty pickups, such as the Ford F-150 or Chevrolet Silverado 1500, range from 4,000 to 5,500 pounds.

Heavy-duty models, like the F-250 or Ram 3500, can weigh 6,000 to 8,000 pounds. Semi tractors (without trailers) are much heavier, averaging 10,000 to 25,000 pounds.

Factors like cab size, engine type, and added features (e.g., 4WD or towing packages) can increase the weight, so specific models vary.

How much a truck weigh plays a huge role in its capabilities, so let’s break down the key categories.

Pickup Power: The Everyday Options

Half-ton Pickups: The most common, these versatile trucks (like the Ford F-150 or Chevy Silverado) typically have a curb weight (empty weight) around 5,500 lbs.
Three-quarter-ton Pickups: Stepping up in capacity, these handle heavier loads and usually weigh in near 6,000 lbs.
One-ton Pickups: The “heavy-duty” pickup class starts around 7,000 lbs curb weight, offering serious hauling power.

Work Trucks: Built for the Job

Small Work Trucks (10,000 – 14,000 lbs): Delivery trucks, small buses, and similar workhorses fit here.
Medium Work Trucks (16,000 – 19,500 lbs): Think bucket trucks, larger delivery vehicles, etc.
Large Medium Work Trucks (19,501 – 26,000 lbs): Single-axle beverage trucks, school buses, and the like.
Large Work Trucks (26,001 – 33,000 lbs): Tow trucks, semi-trailers, garbage trucks, you name it!
Extra Large Work Trucks (33,001+ lbs): The biggest of the big, like fire trucks, massive dump trucks, and heavy-hauling semis

The Super Duty Beasts

Manufacturers like Ford (F-450) and Dodge (Ram 4500/5500) push the limits with “super duty” models starting around 8,000+ lbs of curb weight.

These behemoths are for seriously specialized jobs.

Choosing the Right Truck

Truck weight isn’t just a number. Consider:

Your towing needs: Don’t overload your truck’s capabilities.
Payload: How much can it actually carry?
Fuel economy: Weight = thirst
Job suitability: Is a one-ton overkill for light work?

Truck Category	Average Curb Weight (lbs)
Half-ton Pickup	5500
Three-quarter-ton Pickup	6000
One-ton Pickup	9000
Small Work Truck	12000
Medium Work Truck	18000
Large Medium Work Truck	23000
Large Work Truck	29000
Extra Large Work Truck	38000
Super Duty Truck	12500