🧮 Truck Tax Calculator - Calculate Your HVUT (Form 2290)
Use our free HVUT calculator to determine your Heavy Vehicle Use Tax amount for Form 2290. Enter your vehicle's taxable gross weight and first-use month to get instant results.
Calculate Your HVUT Tax
HVUT Tax Rate Table 2025-2026
| Taxable Gross Weight | Annual Tax Amount |
|---|---|
| Under 55,000 lbs | $0 (Not taxable) |
| 55,000 - 56,000 lbs | $100 |
| 57,000 lbs | $122 |
| 60,000 lbs | $210 |
| 65,000 lbs | $320 |
| 70,000 lbs | $430 |
| 75,000 lbs and over | $550 (Maximum) |
How HVUT is Calculated
The Heavy Vehicle Use Tax calculation follows this formula:
Base tax: $100
Plus: $22 for each 1,000 lbs over 55,000 lbs
Maximum: $550 (applies to all vehicles 75,000 lbs and heavier)
Calculation Examples
Example 1: 60,000 lb truck
- Base: $100
- Over 55,000: 5,000 lbs = 5 × $22 = $110
- Total: $210
Example 2: 80,000 lb truck (full year)
- Maximum tax applies: $550
Example 3: 80,000 lb truck (first used October)
- Annual tax: $550
- Months taxed: 10 out of 12 = 83%
- Prorated tax: $550 × 0.83 = $456.50
Proration by First-Use Month
| First Use Month | Tax Period | Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| July | 12 months | 100% |
| August | 11 months | 92% |
| September | 10 months | 83% |
| October | 9 months | 75% |
| November | 8 months | 67% |
| December | 7 months | 58% |
| January | 6 months | 50% |
| February | 5 months | 42% |
| March | 4 months | 33% |
| April | 3 months | 25% |
| May | 2 months | 17% |
| June | 1 month | 8% |
Suspended Vehicle Tax (Mileage Exemption)
Vehicles expected to travel 5,000 miles or less (7,500 for agricultural) can be reported as suspended:
- No HVUT payment required unless mileage is exceeded
- Must still file Form 2290 reporting suspended status
- If mileage limit exceeded, full year's tax is due + interest
Common Weight Categories
| Vehicle Type | Typical Weight Range | Typical Tax |
|---|---|---|
| Light heavy truck | 55,000 - 60,000 lbs | $100 - $210 |
| Medium truck | 60,000 - 70,000 lbs | $210 - $430 |
| Heavy truck / Semi | 75,000+ lbs | $550 (max) |
| Agricultural (exempt) | Any weight | $0 (if qualifies) |
Ready to File Form 2290?
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