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Local fuel transport - how much can I make with my own truck?

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by dextrdog, Mar 20, 2013.

  1. Mar 20, 2013 #1
    dextrdog

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    I'd like to buy my own tractor one day to haul fuel locally. Is it worth the money ? I always hear or read owner ops never make #### because of all the expenses but never hear anything bad when I talk to guys delivering gas at gas stations. Some told me theyre grossing 5k/week depends how hard you want to work. Is this true?
     
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  3. Mar 20, 2013 #2
    Cat sdp

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    Short answer is probably no... Right now in this economy I'd say maybe 3500 a week ( tractor only). The rates are not what they used to be. Most of the majors have dumped their trucks. And the regional bulk haulers are in a downward biding war to get the work.

    It's true it comes down to how hard you want to work. Remember hauling gas weekends and all holidays are a must. Especially if your a o/o .

    And one cross drop could cost 10s of thousands .

    If you've never done this kind of work before I'd suggest getting a company position first to see if you like it.


    If you can make the #s work on $3500 you might make it. Good luck!
     
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