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U-Haul Truck Sizes
Sep 30, 2024
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Decoding U-Haul truck sizes
Moving out of state with a U-Haul® truck can get complicated fast if you’re stuck trying to figure out what size moving truck you should rent. Making a list of the different sizes available, closing your eyes and pointing might be easy, but it won’t help make sure you have enough space to haul your things.
We’re here to help! Join us as we unpack U-Haul’s equipment options for long-distance moves and compare them to the options you get from U-Pack®.
How big of a U-Haul do I need?
U-Haul offers suggestions for each truck based on the size of your home, but keep in mind that you might need a larger truck if you have special circumstances, like:
- A heavily furnished home
- Extra storage space to pack (attics, basements, garages, sheds, storage units, etc.)
- Large or long pieces of furniture
Also, if there are fewer things in the home, you might need a smaller truck than U-Haul suggests. By choosing a rental truck, there’s always a possibility you won’t have enough space, or you might end up paying for more space than you need.
Suggested reading: 7 Things to Know Before Renting a U-Haul
U-Haul truck dimensions
U-Haul’s website lists five truck options for long-distance moves. The trucks range from 10 to 26 feet and seat 2 to 3 people.
The chart below compares the options.
| U-Haul Truck Sizes and Dimensions |
|---|
| Truck Size | 10-foot | 15-foot | 17-foot | 20-foot | 26-foot |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Size | Studio Apt./ 1 Bedroom Home |
2 Bedroom Apt./ 1 Bedroom Home |
2 Bedroom Home |
3 Bedroom Apt./ 2 Bedroom Home |
3-4 Bedroom Home |
| Inside Dimensions (LWH) | 9'11" x 6'4 x 6'2" |
15' x 7'8" x 7'2" |
16'9" x 7'8" x 7'2" |
19'6" x 7'8" x 7'2" |
26'2" x 8'2" x 8'3" |
| Volume (cubic feet) |
402 | 764 | 865 | 1016 | 1684 |
| Deck Length | 9'11" | 12'5" | 14'3" | 16'10" | 23'5" |
| Total Dimensions (LWH) | 18'11" x 6'4" x 8'7" |
22'6" x 7'8" x 9 '11" |
23'11" x 7'8" x 10' |
26'7" x 7'8" x 10'1" |
34'1" x 8'2" x 11'2" |
| RAMP? | No: 2'5" deck height |
Yes: 2'2" wide |
Yes: 2'2" wide |
Yes: 2'2" wide |
Yes: 2'7" wide |
| Mom's Attic© (LWH) |
No | Yes: 2'6" x 7'8" x 2'7" |
Yes: 2'6" x 7'8" x 2'7" |
Yes: 2'6" x 7'8" x 2'7" |
Yes: 2'8" x 8'2" x 3'3" |
| Number of Seats | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Tank Size | 31-gallon | 40-gallon | 40-gallon | 40-gallon | 40-gallon |
| MPG | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Are U-Haul rental truck sizes too complicated? There’s an easier way to move
Tired of weighing your rental truck options? U-Pack can help with flexible, affordable moving solutions. We offer two equipment options for long-distance moves: moving trailers and ReloCube® moving containers.
Like U-Haul, U-Pack quotes are based on the size of your home, but our space is flexible, and you only pay for what you use. If you need more or less space in our 28-foot moving trailer, you can use it (down to a minimum of 5 linear feet). If you order too many ReloCubes, the empty containers are picked up at no charge.
Get a U-Pack quote today
U-Pack is ready to help with your long-distance move. We won’t leave you guessing about what size truck you need, and you won’t have to drive the moving equipment!
Request a free, no-obligation online quote today or call 844-362-5303844-594-3077 to speak to a moving consultant.
Let us know in the comments if you have questions about U-Haul truck sizes or choosing an easier alternative with U-Pack!
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