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Lorry Loads Calculator

Estimate the number of lorry loads needed for a quantity of material.

Lorry Loads Calculator

Enter your values below and press calculate.

Enter your values above to see the result.

Formula used

Loads = total quantity ÷ payload per lorry, rounded up to the next whole load.

Example

250 tonnes ÷ 20 tonnes per lorry = 12.5, so allow 13 loads.

Important note

Payload can be limited by vehicle type, route, material density, moisture, permits and site access.

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