{"id":38372,"date":"2023-06-14T15:32:06","date_gmt":"2023-06-14T22:32:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/?p=38372"},"modified":"2023-06-13T15:32:21","modified_gmt":"2023-06-13T22:32:21","slug":"moving-with-a-26-u-haul-truck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/14\/moving-with-a-26-u-haul-truck\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving with a 26&#8242; U-Haul Truck"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Preparing for a move with a large family means your load may be overwhelming. It might seem like you&#8217;ll never be able to bring it all but don&#8217;t worry. If you&#8217;re planning to move into a home with four or more bedrooms, then a 26&#8242; U-Haul truck is the one for you! Bigger families moving in town or one way are a great match for this rental&nbsp;truck. Take a look at these specifics on our 26&#8242; truck:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What Fits in a 26&#039; Moving Truck\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QgA0qe4m_fY?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The 26&#8242; U-Haul truck is our largest <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/Truck-Rentals\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=trucks&amp;utm_content=20160704-movingwitha26\">rental moving truck<\/a> for a good reason. It has:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Inside dimensions of 26&#8217;5&#8243;x 7&#8217;8&#8243;x 8&#8217;3&#8243; (LxWxH)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Door opening of 7&#8217;3&#8243;x 6&#8217;10&#8221; (WxH)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mom&#8217;s Attic of 3&#8242; x 7&#8217;8&#8243; x 3&#8242; 1&#8243; (LxWxH)\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A deck height of 2&#8242; 9&#8243;\/ length of 23&#8217;5&#8243;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In simpler terms, it has over 1,600 cubic feet of loading capacity! So the whole family&#8217;s belongings should fit. Have quite a few pieces of furniture, mattresses, and numerous boxes? No problem. This truck can easily fit any size mattress&#8211;and several of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/U_Haul_Famous-424-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Moving with a 26' U-Haul Truck\" class=\"wp-image-56627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/U_Haul_Famous-424-980x653.jpg 980w, https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/U_Haul_Famous-424-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Right Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Loading every last item into your moving truck sounds like quite the task, but it has a ramp to make things easier. The impressively low deck height of 2&#8217;9&#8243; also eases the loading process. It is also equipped with a trailer hitch hookup in case you need extra space. The 26&#8242; U-Haul truck has a weight capacity of 9,600 pounds and can tow up to 7,500 pounds! You may be concerned about the safety of your belongings in such close quarters, but they&#8217;ll be stowed safely with tie-downs and rub rails on all three walls. Worried about your ability to drive such a large truck? It has patented dual mirrors for improved vision while driving and backing up, so don&#8217;t sweat it! Also, take a look at these <a href=\"https:\/\/movinginsider.com\/2016\/02\/09\/tips-for-driving-a-moving-truck\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=articles&amp;utm_content=20160704-movingwitha26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tips<\/a> for driving a moving truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lowest Cost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may think such a massive truck would come at a massive price. Well, think again! A 26&#8242; U-Haul truck costs just $39.95, plus mileage and fuel for an in-town move. The fuel economy gauge will also maximize fuel efficiency, making this rental easier on your budget. You shouldn&#8217;t have to break the bank just to pull off a move, even with a hefty load!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Convenience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These 26&#8242; trucks are available through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/share\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=truckshare&amp;utm_content=20171101-movingwitha26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U-Haul Truck Share<\/a>, a 24\/7 self-service program that allows you to skip the lines and waste no time. The Self-Pick-Up and Self-Return options ensure that your truck waits on you and no one else. If you&#8217;ve already reserved your vehicle, it can easily be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/selfpickupconversion\/orderlookup\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=truckshare&amp;utm_content=20171101-movingwitha26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">converted<\/a> into a Self-Pick-Up rental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Moving Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Moving Help\u00ae -- Moving Made Easier\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-bxtfr-gKzU?feature=oembed\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Simplify your move! Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uhaul.com\/MovingHelp\/?utm_campaign=uhaulsm&amp;utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=movinghelp&amp;utm_content=20230504-movingwitha26\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Moving Help<\/a> to discover and reserve trustworthy and budget-friendly local movers. Filter by rating, cost, and services. On moving day, grab your U-Haul rental and supplies, and let Moving Help handle the rest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more moving tips, follow us on<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/uhaul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Facebook<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/uhaul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/uhaul\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Twitter<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/uhaul\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Preparing for a move with a large family means your load may be overwhelming. It might seem like you&#8217;ll never be able to bring it all but don&#8217;t worry. If you&#8217;re planning to move into a home with four or more bedrooms, then a 26&#8242; U-Haul truck is the one for you! 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