Semi-Truck Paint Calculator

Calculate paint requirements for semi-trucks and tractor-trailers. Professional estimates for all cab configurations and trailer types with commercial-grade durability considerations.

Semi-Truck Specifications

Truck Information

Commercial Paint System

Semi-Truck Areas

Semi-Truck Paint Requirements

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Popular Semi-Truck Colors

Fleet White

All Trucks - Solid

High

Highway Red

All Trucks - Solid

High

Freightliner Blue

Freightliner - Metallic

High

Peterbilt Green

Peterbilt - Metallic

Medium

Kenworth Orange

Kenworth - Metallic

Medium

Custom Show Color

Show Trucks - Custom

Low

Semi-Truck Painting Tips

Commercial Durability

Semi-trucks require extremely durable paint for long-haul operations.

DOT Compliance

Ensure paint meets DOT regulations for commercial vehicles.

Fleet Standards

Maintain consistent colors and finishes across fleet vehicles.

Weather Protection

Semi-trucks need maximum weather and road salt protection.

Semi-Truck Features

Truck Cab

Driver compartment and sleeper areas

High

Trailer Unit

53ft standard trailer or specialized trailer

High

Undercarriage

Frame, axles, and undercarriage protection

High

Fleet Graphics

Company logos and DOT numbers

Medium

Semi-Truck Painting Process

Semi-Truck Preparation

Prepare semi-truck for painting

Time: 10-16 hours

Tasks:

  • Remove truck decals
  • Mask mechanical components
  • Protect electrical systems
  • Document DOT numbers

Commercial Surface Prep

Prepare commercial truck surfaces

Time: 16-24 hours

Tasks:

  • Sand existing paint
  • Apply commercial primer
  • Check structural integrity
  • Clean thoroughly

Semi-Truck Paint Application

Apply semi-truck paint system

Time: 20-32 hours

Tasks:

  • Apply commercial base coats
  • Check fleet color match
  • Apply additional coats
  • Commercial inspection

Commercial Truck Finishing

Complete semi-truck finishing

Time: 10-16 hours

Tasks:

  • Apply protective coating
  • Install DOT markings
  • Reinstall components
  • Final commercial inspection
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