What is the typical fuel burn for a Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) in Colorado?

The Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) consumes approximately 4.6 gallons per operating hour. At current Colorado off-road diesel prices ($3.9/gal), fuel adds roughly $17.94/hour to operating expenses.

Colorado (CO) REGION x1.08 Rate Factor CDL Class A Required (>26,000 lbs)

Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) Rental Cost in Colorado (2026)

Q: How much does it cost to rent a Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) in Colorado?

In Colorado, renting a Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) averages $994/day, $3078/week, and $8424/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.5/mile based on distance from major hubs like Denver-Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins.

2026 contractor pricing index, delivery mobilization freight ($4.5/mi), diesel burn rate (4.6 GPH), and Colorado DOT transport compliance rules for the Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard).

CO Daily Rate

$994 /day

Weekend Term: $1458

CO Weekly Rate

$3078 /wk

7-Day Commercial Term

CO Monthly Rate

$8424 /mo

28-Day Billing Cycle

Deposit & LDW Waiver

$1500

LDW Surcharge: $105/day

⚡ Instant Colorado Rental & Freight Calculator

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

Rental Duration: 3 Days

Delivery Distance (Miles): 25 Miles

Estimated Colorado Total (Incl. Base Freight)

$994

Base Rate: $0

Freight: $0

⛽ Colorado Fuel & Freight Logistics Telemetry

Freight Mileage Rate

$4.5/mile

Base mobilization drop: ~$150

State Diesel Average

$3.9/gal

Consumption: 4.6 gal/hr

DOT Oversize Permit

$45 – $90

Legal width ceiling: 102" (8.5 ft)

Major Dispatch Hubs

Denver-Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins

Colorado Distribution Centers

🚛 Colorado DOT Hauling Rules

Lowboy transport with DOT oversized load authorization

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

⚖️ Federal OSHA Safety Rules

Operator certification and road transit permit for municipal roadway profiling.

Regulatory Code: OSHA 1926.602

🚜 Other Heavy & Ag Equipment Rentals in Colorado

Mini Excavator (3 to 4 Ton) $308/day Compact Track Loader (Skid Steer) $346/day Backhoe Loader (14-Foot Dig Depth) $443/day Crawler Bulldozer (70-95 HP Small/Medium) $626/day Heavy Hydraulic Excavator (20 to 25 Ton) $918/day Compact Wheel Loader (2-3 Yard) $367/day Mini Track Loader (Stand-On / Walk-Behind) $211/day

🗺️ Compare Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) Rates in Nearby States

Connecticut ($1058/day) Delaware ($938/day) Florida ($966/day) California ($1122/day) Arkansas ($828/day) Arizona ($957/day)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions: Renting in Colorado

How much does it cost to rent a Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) in Colorado?

In Colorado, renting averages $994/day, $3078/week, and $8424/month. Delivery freight typically averages $150 plus $4.5/mile based on distance from major hubs like Denver-Aurora, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins.

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

Yes, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A) is required to haul a Motor Grader (12-Foot Moldboard) on commercial highways due to vehicle and trailer combined gross weight. Under Colorado DOT guidelines, oversize transport permits cost $45 – $90.

What safety standards apply under Federal OSHA?

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