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| Item | Size (LxWxH) | Vol | Stop | Qty |
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How to plan a multi-stop load
- Pick your truck size. Match the truck you rented or own. Each size has a rough cubic-foot capacity. Leave 10 to 15 percent open space so you can stack and shift items on the road.
- Add every item you plan to move. Use the preset furniture list for common pieces or enter your own dimensions. If you are not sure of a size, measure the longest side, the widest point, and the tallest point.
- Assign each item to a stop. On a multi-stop move, items for the last stop go in first, and items for the first stop go in last. That way each stop's boxes are near the door when you arrive.
- Watch the capacity bar. If you go over 90 percent, the bar turns red. That is your signal to remove something, downsize the truck, or plan a second trip in advance.
- Print or share the load order. The printable sheet lists each stop and what to load first. Hand one copy to the driver and one to the helper at each stop.
Why load order matters more than fullness
A truck that is 95 percent full but loaded in the wrong order costs more time than a truck that is 80 percent full and stacked by stop. On a three-stop move, unload time is the part that surprises people. Boxes for stop one end up buried under the mattress for stop three. That leads to extra lifting, longer rental windows, and frustrated helpers.
LoadLogic groups items by stop and shows you the order to load them. Items for the farthest stop go against the cab wall. Items for the first stop go near the rear door. Heavy, tall items sit on the floor. Light, awkward items ride on top or along the walls.
Common furniture sizes used in this planner
Item Approx. size (LxWxH in) Est. volume Notes Twin mattress 75x38x8 13.2 cu ft Can stand on long edge against a wall Queen mattress 80x60x10 27.8 cu ft Best loaded flat on the truck floor Sofa, 3-seat 84x36x34 59.5 cu ft Often the biggest single item Dining table 60x36x30 31.3 cu ft Remove legs if possible Wardrobe 48x24x72 48.0 cu ft Load on end if tall and narrow Moving box, large 24x18x18 4.5 cu ft Books and heavy items Moving box, medium 18x16x16 2.7 cu ft Kitchen and tools
| Item | Approx. size (LxWxH in) | Est. volume | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin mattress | 75x38x8 | 13.2 cu ft | Can stand on long edge against a wall |
| Queen mattress | 80x60x10 | 27.8 cu ft | Best loaded flat on the truck floor |
| Sofa, 3-seat | 84x36x34 | 59.5 cu ft | Often the biggest single item |
| Dining table | 60x36x30 | 31.3 cu ft | Remove legs if possible |
| Wardrobe | 48x24x72 | 48.0 cu ft | Load on end if tall and narrow |
| Moving box, large | 24x18x18 | 4.5 cu ft | Books and heavy items |
| Moving box, medium | 18x16x16 | 2.7 cu ft | Kitchen and tools |
Volumes are rounded and assume a flat, stackable shape. Real items have handles, legs, and awkward corners that reduce usable space.
Common mistakes on moving day
- Stacking light boxes under heavy ones. Heavy boxes crush light ones. Put books and tools on the bottom, linens and pillows on top.
- Leaving the mattress until last. Mattresses are awkward and take up wall space. Load them early, standing on a long edge against a side wall.
- Not labeling the stop number on boxes. A marker and a big number on two sides saves 20 minutes per stop. Write the stop number and the room it belongs to.
- Forgetting the door clearance. The rear door needs room to close. Leave at least 4 inches between your tallest stack and the door frame.
- Assuming the truck is bigger than it is. Wheel wells eat into width. Curved ceilings reduce height near the walls. Plan for 85 percent of the stated capacity, not 100.
When to use this planner
Use LoadLogic before you rent a truck. Add up the furniture you plan to move, pick a truck, and see if you can fit everything in one trip. If you are over capacity, remove a few items or rent a larger truck before moving day. If you already have the truck, use this planner to decide what to load first and where to tie things down.
For single-stop moves, the truck bed preview and capacity bar still help. You can see if the dresser fits next to the sofa, or if the mattress needs to ride on the floor. Print the layout and tape it to the truck so helpers know where each piece goes.
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Assumptions and limits
This planner estimates volume only. It does not calculate truck payload weight, axle limits, or road restrictions. It assumes boxy shapes and does not model wheel wells, door handles, or curved walls. Use the 85 percent rule: if the capacity bar shows over 85 percent full, plan for some wiggle room or a second trip.
Last updated 2026. Built as a standalone planner for DIY movers, helpers, and small crews.