What size moving truck do I need?
Match the truck to your home: a 10 ft truck suits a studio or dorm, 15 ft a 1–2 bedroom, 20 ft a 2–3 bedroom, and 26 ft a 3–4 bedroom house.
The right moving-truck size comes down to how much you're moving, not just how many rooms you have. Use the table below to match your home to a size, then confirm your largest item actually fits before you book.
Moving truck size by home
| Truck size | Best for | Capacity | Max weight | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 ft | 1-2 rooms — Studio apartment | 402 cu ft | 2,810 lbs | 12-14 mpg |
| 15 ft | 1-2 bedroom apartment — 1-2 bedroom apartment | 764 cu ft | 4,300 lbs | 10-12 mpg |
| 20 ft | 2-3 bedroom home — 2-3 bedroom home | 1015 cu ft | 5,700 lbs | 8-10 mpg |
| 26 ft | 4+ bedroom home — 4+ bedroom home | 1611 cu ft | 9,010 lbs | 6-8 mpg |
How the sizes compare
- 10 ft truck — 402 cubic feet, good for 1-2 rooms (119" L × 76" W × 74" H interior).
- 15 ft truck — 764 cubic feet, good for 1-2 bedroom apartment (180" L × 90" W × 77" H interior).
- 20 ft truck — 1015 cubic feet, good for 2-3 bedroom home (234" L × 96" W × 84" H interior).
- 26 ft truck — 1611 cubic feet, good for 4+ bedroom home (318" L × 96" W × 96" H interior).
Not sure it'll fit?
Check your biggest item against real truck dimensions before you book.
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Frequently asked questions
- What size moving truck do I need for a 2-bedroom apartment?
- A 15-foot truck (about 764 cubic feet) covers most 1–2 bedroom moves. Step up to a 20-foot truck if you have heavy furniture or a full second bedroom.
- Is it better to rent a truck too big or too small?
- Slightly too big. An underfilled larger truck still drives fine, but an overstuffed small truck means a second trip — usually more expensive than the size difference.
- How do I know my furniture will actually fit?
- Cubic feet tells you the total volume, but a single tall or wide item can still be the blocker. Check your biggest piece against the truck door and interior dimensions before booking.