What Is the Largest Truck Size?

The largest trucks in existence are off-highway ultra-class mining dump trucks, led by the BelAZ 75710, which is about 20.6 meters long, 8.16 meters tall, 9.87 meters wide, and carries up to 450 metric tonnes of payload. On public roads, the biggest legal combinations are Australian road trains—on designated outback and mining routes in Western Australia and parts of the Northern Territory—reaching up to 60 meters in length with gross combination masses typically in the 170–200 tonne range. The definition of “largest” varies by whether the vehicle operates off-highway or on public roads, and whether the measure is length, payload, or total mass.

Largest Trucks Overall: Off-Highway Ultra-Class Haulers

In the mining sector, “largest” is measured by payload and gross vehicle mass. These rigid-frame dump trucks do not operate on public roads; they move ore within mines. The standout is the Belarus-built BelAZ 75710, introduced in the mid-2010s and still the benchmark for sheer capacity.

• BelAZ 75710 payload: up to 450 t; gross weight around 810 t when fully loaded
• Dimensions: approximately 20.6 m (L) × 9.87 m (W) × 8.16 m (H)
• Drivetrain: twin-engine diesel-electric setup delivering roughly 4,600 hp combined
• Role: ultra-high-volume ore haulage in large open-pit mines

This truck defines the upper bound of truck size by payload and mass, with Caterpillar and Liebherr building slightly smaller but comparable models.

Other Ultra-Class Benchmarks

Several manufacturers produce ultra-class haulers that approach the BelAZ in capability. While their payloads are marginally lower, they dominate large-scale mining worldwide.

• Caterpillar 797F: payload about 400 t; widely used in North and South American mines
• Liebherr T 284: payload about 400 t; advanced diesel-electric design
• Komatsu 980E-5: payload about 363 t; popular in high-production mines

These models illustrate that the “ultra-class” category typically spans 360–450 t payloads, with dimensions exceeding 15 m in length and 7 m in height.

Largest Road-Legal Trucks: Country and Region Limits

On public roads, size is defined by national and regional regulations that cap length, weight, and axle loads. The longest and heaviest legal combinations are road trains and long combination vehicles (LCVs) restricted to specific corridors, often tied to resource or freight routes.

• Australia: On designated routes, especially in Western Australia and parts of the Northern Territory, quad road trains can reach up to about 60 m in length, with gross combination mass commonly in the 170–200 t range (permits and route approvals apply). Elsewhere, “Type 2” road trains up to 53.5 m are typical on approved networks.
• United States: LCVs such as Turnpike Doubles and Rocky Mountain Doubles are allowed on limited corridors; overall lengths can exceed 30 m (often around 36–40 m depending on configuration), with gross weights commonly capped at up to 129,000 lb (≈58.5 t) where permitted. Standard interstate combinations remain at 80,000 lb (≈36.3 t).
• Canada: LCVs (notably Turnpike Doubles) can be up to about 38 m long on designated highways, with typical gross weights around 63,500 kg (≈63.5 t), varying by province and configuration.
• Europe: The European Modular System (EMS) allows 25.25 m combinations widely in the Nordics and several EU states, typically up to 60–74 t depending on national rules. Finland and Sweden permit longer combinations—up to about 34.5 m—on specified networks, with higher weight allowances (commonly up to 74–76 t) under national frameworks.
• China: Standard national limits generally cap combination length around 20–22 m and gross weight near 49 t, with limited pilots of longer double-trailer sets on specified corridors.

In public-road terms, Australia’s long and heavy road trains are the global outliers for both length and mass, but only on rigorously controlled routes, with other regions balancing freight efficiency against infrastructure and safety constraints.

How “Largest” Is Measured

“Largest” can refer to different aspects of truck design and use. Understanding these metrics helps compare across industries and legal regimes.

• Length: critical for road-legal combinations; determines maneuverability and route access
• Payload (t): the usable load a truck can carry; the key metric in mining
• Gross Vehicle/Combination Mass (GVW/GCM): total mass of vehicle(s) plus load
• Axle Load and Spacing: govern pavement wear and bridge loading; central to permitting
• Width and Height: affect route clearance and escort requirements

Comparisons should specify which metric is being used, since the largest by payload (mining haulers) are not legal on public roads, and the longest on-road combinations are constrained by infrastructure and safety rules.

Summary

Overall, the BelAZ 75710 is the largest truck in practical use by payload and mass, operating off-highway in mines. For road-legal operations, Australia’s approved road-train routes enable the world’s longest and heaviest regular truck combinations—up to about 60 meters and roughly 170–200 tonnes GCM—while North America and Europe allow shorter, lighter long combinations on specific corridors. The “largest” truck depends on whether the context is off-highway mining or public-road freight, and on whether length, payload, or total mass is the measure.

Are there 30 foot box trucks?

For larger loads, the 14-30 ft. box trucks provide up to a 17,000 lb. payload capacity. These trucks can be spec’d with cargo tie rails, E-track, rear roll-up doors, translucent roofs, cargo lighting, and liftgates capable of handling up to 3,000 lbs. to ensure efficient and safe operations.

Is there a 10 ton truck?

10 Ton – Freightliner. The 10 Ton Production Box Truck is the perfect large vehicle for your production. It has 3 axles, air brakes, and a hydraulic lift gate.

Is Ford making an $8000 truck?

No, Ford is not releasing an $8,000 truck; the claim of a new, affordable Ford truck starting at this price point is a hoax, as evidenced by multiple YouTube videos promoting the idea but with no official announcements or verifiable information from Ford. While Ford is developing new electric vehicles and may release smaller, more affordable models in the future, there are no plans for a truck priced at $8,000, which is unrealistic for a new vehicle in the current market. 
Why this information is incorrect

• YouTube Hoaxes: The information about the $8,000 truck originates from numerous YouTube videos that create a false narrative of a major automotive revelation. 
• No Official Announcement: Ford has not announced any such vehicle or price point. The price of $8,000 for a new truck is unrealistic and not supported by any reputable automotive news. 
• Price vs. Features: While Ford is working on more affordable and efficient vehicles, including an EV platform for small, affordable vehicles, an $8,000 price tag is not achievable for a new truck that meets modern standards. 
• Misleading Information: These videos use sensational titles and imagery to suggest a groundbreaking release but lack any factual basis for the specific claims about an $8,000 truck. 

What Ford is actually doing

• Affordable Electric Vehicles: Opens in new tabFord has announced a universal EV platform for a family of small, affordable electric vehicles, but these are expected to be in the $30,000 price range, not $8,000. 
• Smaller Trucks: Opens in new tabFord offers the Ford Maverick, a compact truck designed for utility and affordability within the current market, though it starts at a higher price point than $8,000. 

If you see claims about an $8,000 Ford truck, especially from unofficial YouTube channels or social media, treat this information with skepticism.

What size is the biggest truck?

BelAZ 75710
Length	20.6 m (67 ft 7 in)
Width	9.87 m (32 ft 45⁄8 in)
Height	8.26 m (27 ft 11⁄4 in)
Curb weight	360000 kg (793664 lb)