What is the typical fuel burn for a Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) in Montana?

The Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) consumes approximately 2.4 gallons per operating hour. At current Montana off-road diesel prices ($3.95/gal), fuel adds roughly $9.48/hour to operating expenses.

Montana (MT) REGION x1.05 Rate Factor Non-CDL Towable (≤26,000 lbs GCWR)

Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) Rental Cost in Montana (2026)

Q: How much does it cost to rent a Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) in Montana?

In Montana, renting a Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) averages $336/day, $1029/week, and $2824/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.3/mile based on distance from major hubs like Billings, Missoula, Bozeman.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($4.3/mi), diesel burn rate (2.4 GPH), and Montana DOT transport compliance rules for the Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer).

MT Daily Rate

$336 /day

Weekend Term: $462

MT Weekly Rate

$1029 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

MT Monthly Rate

$2824 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$500

LDW Surcharge: $42/day

⚡ Instant Montana Rental & Freight Calculator

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

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Montana Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$336

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Montana Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$4.3/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$3.95/gal

Consumption: 2.4 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$40 – $80

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Billings, Missoula, Bozeman

Montana Distribution Centers

🚛 Montana DOT Hauling Rules

14,000 lbs Heavy Duty Equipment Trailer (F-250 / 2500HD class minimum)

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

⚖️ Federal OSHA Safety Rules

Exempt on private residential projects. Subcontractors on commercial sites need documented operator competency training.

Regulatory Code: OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602(a)(2)

🚜 Other Heavy & Ag Equipment Rentals in Montana

Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) $299/day Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) $430/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $609/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $892/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $357/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $205/day Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) $966/day

🗺️ Compare Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) Rates in Nearby States

Nebraska ($301/day) Nevada ($346/day) New Hampshire ($346/day) Missouri ($301/day) Mississippi ($288/day) Minnesota ($330/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Montana

How much does it cost to rent a Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) in Montana?

In Montana, renting averages $336/day, $1029/week, and $2824/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.3/mile based on distance from major hubs like Billings, Missoula, Bozeman.

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

No CDL is required to haul a Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) in Montana as long as total vehicle combination weight is 26,000 lbs or less. Under Montana DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $40 – $80.

What safety standards apply under Federal OSHA?

Commercial jobsites in Montana operate under Federal OSHA and federal standard OSHA 29 CFR 1926.602(a)(2). Operators must have documented competency training.