The short answer: A cement truck weighs about 13,000 to 16,000 kg (28,660 to 35,270 lb) empty, and up to roughly 27,000 to 32,000 kg (59,500 to 70,500 lb) fully loaded with concrete.
Cement truck weight by type
Cement trucks, or concrete mixers, carry a rotating drum of wet concrete and are among the heaviest road vehicles when loaded.
| Type (example) | Typical weight |
|---|---|
| Standard mixer (empty) | 13,000-16,000 kg (28,660-35,270 lb) |
| Standard mixer (fully loaded) | 27,000-32,000 kg (59,500-70,500 lb) |
| Mini / compact mixer (empty) | around 8,000-11,000 kg (17,600-24,000 lb) |
| Concrete load alone | about 14,000-16,000 kg (31,000-35,000 lb) |
| Volumetric mixer truck | around 11,000-15,000 kg (24,000-33,000 lb) empty |
What affects cement truck weight
- Load. Wet concrete in the drum dramatically increases weight.
- Drum size. Larger drums carry more concrete and weigh more.
- Truck size. The chassis and number of axles affect empty weight.
- Water content. The amount of mix and water shifts the loaded weight.
- Fuel and water tanks. Onboard water and fuel add weight.
- Configuration. Front- or rear-discharge designs differ in build weight.
How cement truck weight compares
A fully loaded cement truck at around 30,000 kg weighs roughly as much as a small airplane or about twenty typical cars.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cement truck weigh empty?
An empty cement mixer truck typically weighs about 13,000 to 16,000 kg (28,660 to 35,270 lb).
How much does a fully loaded cement truck weigh?
Loaded with concrete, a cement truck can weigh roughly 27,000 to 32,000 kg (59,500 to 70,500 lb).
How much does the concrete alone weigh?
A full load of concrete typically weighs around 14,000 to 16,000 kg (31,000 to 35,000 lb).
