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Equipment Fuel Estimator

Estimate fuel consumption and cost for construction equipment over a job duration.

Inputs

Estimation only. Actual consumption varies by load, terrain, and equipment condition. Terms

Estimate

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total fuel cost ($)
Rate—
Total hours—
Total litres—
Cost per day—

What is this calculator for?

This estimator calculates total fuel consumption and cost for construction equipment over a job duration. Use it for project budgeting, equipment cost tracking, or estimating fuel allowances on tender submissions. Actual consumption varies based on load, terrain, operator efficiency, and equipment condition.

How to use it

  • Select your equipment type — preset consumption rates are typical values for medium-duty machines
  • Use Custom rate if you have actual burn data from your equipment
  • Enter operating hours per day — not idle time, actual working hours
  • Update the fuel price to your current pump or delivered price

Typical consumption rates

Excavator (medium): 15–25 L/hr
Excavator (large): 30–40 L/hr
Motor grader: 25–35 L/hr
Bulldozer: 20–30 L/hr
Compactor: 10–15 L/hr
Skid steer: 8–12 L/hr