Moving Truck Size Calculator
Recommended rental truck size for your move.
Enter your values
Choose one of: Studio / 1 room, 1-bedroom apartment, 2-bedroom home, 3-bedroom home, 4+ bedroom home.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Recommended truck size
- 16-17 ft truck (approx. 850 cu ft)
- Tip
- Book 1 size up if you have a garage full of extras or bulky furniture
Quick answer
Truck size recommendations map home size to standard rental truck lengths like 10ft, 16ft or 26ft.
truck size selected from lookup table based on home size
At a glance
| What it does | Recommended rental truck size for your move. |
|---|---|
| Category | Everyday |
| Inputs needed | Home size |
| Main output | Recommended truck size |
| Formula | truck size selected from lookup table based on home size |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Moving Truck Size Calculator
- 1Select your home size closest to a studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom or larger.
- 2The calculator suggests a standard rental truck length used by major moving truck companies.
- 3Size up one level if you have a garage, shed or basement full of extra items.
Inputs explained
- Home size
- Choose one of: Studio / 1 room, 1-bedroom apartment, 2-bedroom home, 3-bedroom home, 4+ bedroom home.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Home size2-bedroom home
Results
- Recommended truck size16-17 ft truck (approx. 850 cu ft)
- TipBook 1 size up if you have a garage full of extras or bulky furniture
Frequently asked questions
What if I'm between two sizes?
Always round up — an oversized truck is far less stressful than making a second trip.
Do I need moving blankets and dollies separately?
Yes, most truck rentals offer these as add-ons; budget for them separately in your moving cost.
What do I need to enter into the Moving Truck Size Calculator?
Just 1 value: home size. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Moving Truck Size Calculator work out the answer?
Truck size recommendations map home size to standard rental truck lengths like 10ft, 16ft or 26ft. It applies the formula truck size selected from lookup table based on home size and shows the working so you can check each step by hand.
Is the Moving Truck Size Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.