In the transportation industry, fuel costs are always a top concern, directly impacting business profitability. Especially for trucks, diesel consumption can account for a significant portion of operating expenses. So, how can we optimize fuel consumption, or in other words, how to minimize truck fuel waste? This article from Xe Tải Mỹ Đình will provide you with a comprehensive overview of this issue, from calculating fuel consumption and influencing factors to the most effective fuel-saving tips.
Illustration of truck fuel consumption and frequently asked questions from drivers
Calculating Diesel Fuel Consumption for Trucks: Two Simple Formulas
To manage fuel costs effectively, understanding your truck’s fuel consumption is crucial. Below are two simple formulas to help you estimate fuel consumption with reasonable accuracy:
Formula 1: Calculating Average Fuel Consumption
This is the most basic and easily applicable formula, suitable for quickly estimating fuel consumption under normal operating conditions.
Fuel Consumption (liters/km) = Liters of fuel used / Distance traveled (km)
For example, if your truck has traveled 500km and consumed 60 liters of fuel, the average fuel consumption would be: 60 liters / 500 km = 0.12 liters/km or 12 liters/100km.
This formula helps you easily track and compare fuel consumption between different trips or between vehicles in your fleet.
Formula 2: Detailed Calculation with Multiple Factors
This formula is more complex but provides more accurate results when considering various factors affecting fuel consumption.
Mc = K1. L/100 + K2 . P/100 + nK3
Where:
- Mc: Total fuel consumption for a trip (liters).
- K1: Technical standard fuel consumption rate of the vehicle (liters/100km) – this information is usually provided by the manufacturer or can be found from reliable sources.
- K2: Fuel surcharge for loaded vehicles or passenger transport (liters) – this factor depends on the weight of the cargo and the transportation distance.
- K3: Fuel surcharge when the vehicle is stopped for loading and unloading (liters) – calculated based on the number of stops and stop duration.
- L: Total distance traveled by the vehicle (km) after converting to level 1 roads.
- P: Total volume of goods turnover (T.km) or (HK.km) after converting to level 1 roads.
- n: Number of loading/unloading operations or number of stops (over 1 minute).
This formula is particularly useful for transportation businesses wanting to plan detailed fuel costs for each trip or when evaluating the fuel efficiency of different drivers.
How Much Fuel Does a Truck Consume per 100km? Real Numbers and Influencing Factors
The question “how much fuel does a truck consume per 100km?” does not have an absolutely accurate answer, as fuel consumption depends on countless factors. However, we can provide some estimates based on vehicle type and operating conditions:
- Small trucks (under 1 ton): Consume approximately 6-8 liters of fuel/100km.
- Light-duty trucks (1-3.5 tons): Consume approximately 9-12 liters of fuel/100km (e.g., Hyundai Mighty 75S, Isuzu QKR, Hino XZU).
- Medium-duty trucks (5-10 tons): Consume approximately 12-15 liters of fuel/100km.
- Heavy-duty trucks, dump trucks, tractor-trailers (over 15 tons): Consume from 16 liters of fuel/100km or more, potentially reaching 20-30 liters or higher depending on load and route.
Key factors affecting truck fuel consumption:
- Vehicle type and engine: The truck’s engine largely determines fuel consumption. Newer vehicle models are often equipped with advanced, more fuel-efficient engines.
- Load weight: The heavier the load, the harder the engine has to work, leading to higher fuel consumption.
- Terrain and road conditions: Hilly terrain, poor roads, and traffic congestion will increase fuel consumption compared to flat, open roads.
- Driving habits: Aggressive driving, hard braking, sudden acceleration, and speeding all increase fuel consumption.
- Vehicle maintenance: Neglecting regular vehicle maintenance, dirty air filters, underinflated tires, and poor-quality engine oil also increase fuel consumption.
Diesel fuel is commonly used for trucks, and fuel quality also affects engine performance
Golden Tips to Help Trucks Consume Less Fuel
To minimize fuel costs and help trucks use less fuel, immediately apply these tips:
- Drive with proper technique and speed: Maintain a stable speed, avoid hard braking and sudden acceleration/deceleration. Driving at moderate speeds is not only safer but also saves significant fuel.
- Regularly inspect and maintain your vehicle: Ensure your truck is always in optimal operating condition. Change engine oil, air filters, and fuel filters regularly, and check tire pressure frequently.
- Choose quality engine oil: Use genuine engine oil suitable for your vehicle type and operating conditions to ensure smooth engine operation and fuel efficiency.
- Reduce unnecessary load: Only carry cargo within the prescribed load limits. Remove unnecessary items from the vehicle to reduce vehicle weight.
- Plan reasonable routes: Choose the shortest routes, avoiding traffic congestion and poor roads to reduce travel distance and operating time.
- Turn off the engine during long stops: If you stop for an extended period (e.g., over 1-2 minutes), turn off the engine to save fuel.
- Use fuel-saving technologies: Consider using fuel additives or installing additional fuel-saving devices (if available).
- Train drivers on fuel-efficient driving: Improve awareness and fuel-efficient driving skills for your driver team.
Choose Fuel-Efficient Trucks: A Smart Investment for the Future
One of the most important and long-term solutions to reduce fuel costs is to choose fuel-efficient trucks from the outset. Newer truck models are increasingly being improved with engine technology to optimize performance and reduce fuel consumption.
Currently, there are many truck models on the market highly rated for fuel efficiency, such as the Hyundai Porter 150, Hyundai N250, Hyundai HD110S… These are all worthy considerations for transportation businesses looking to invest in trucks that minimize fuel consumption, delivering high economic efficiency.
Hyundai N250 truck is one of the models highly rated for fuel efficiency
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