What is the typical fuel burn for a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) in Arkansas?

The Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) consumes approximately 3.1 gallons per operating hour. At current Arkansas off-road diesel prices ($3.6/gal), fuel adds roughly $11.16/hour to operating expenses.

Arkansas (AR) REGION x0.9 Rate Factor CDL Class A Required (>26,000 lbs)

Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) Rental Cost in Arkansas (2026)

Q: How much does it cost to rent a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, renting a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) averages $369/day, $1152/week, and $3105/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $3.7/mile based on distance from major hubs like Little Rock, Fayetteville-Bentonville, Fort Smith.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($3.7/mi), diesel burn rate (3.1 GPH), and Arkansas DOT transport compliance rules for the Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth).

AR Daily Rate

$369 /day

Weekend Term: $522

AR Weekly Rate

$1152 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

AR Monthly Rate

$3105 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$750

LDW Surcharge: $52/day

⚡ Instant Arkansas Rental & Freight Calculator

Adjust your rental duration and mobilization distance to compute real-time quotes in Arkansas.

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Arkansas Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$369

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Arkansas Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$3.7/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$3.6/gal

Consumption: 3.1 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$25 – $50

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Little Rock, Fayetteville-Bentonville, Fort Smith

Arkansas Distribution Centers

🚛 Arkansas DOT Hauling Rules

Requires 20,000+ lbs Gooseneck / Pintle Hook Trailer (CDL required if GCWR exceeds 26,000 lbs)

Non-CDL GCWR Ceiling: 26,000 lbs max combination

⚖️ Federal OSHA Safety Rules

Public roadway travel requires slow-moving vehicle (SMV) emblem and state DOT highway compliance.

Regulatory Code: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602

🚜 Other Heavy & Ag Equipment Rentals in Arkansas

Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) $256/day Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) $288/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $522/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $765/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $306/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $176/day Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) $828/day

🗺️ Compare Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) Rates in Nearby States

California ($500/day) Colorado ($443/day) Connecticut ($471/day) Arizona ($426/day) Alaska ($525/day) Alabama ($377/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Arkansas

How much does it cost to rent a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, renting averages $369/day, $1152/week, and $3105/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $3.7/mile based on distance from major hubs like Little Rock, Fayetteville-Bentonville, Fort Smith.

Do I need a commercial license or permit to haul in Arkansas?

Yes, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A) is required to haul a Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) on commercial highways due to vehicle and trailer combined gross weight. Under Arkansas DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $25 – $50.

What safety standards apply under Federal OSHA?

Commercial jobsites in Arkansas operate under Federal OSHA and federal standard OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602. Operators must have documented competency training.