Dead-load truss weights in pounds per lineal foot by chord and web size, from the SBCA table the crane estimator uses for truss package picks.
This is the exact table the Crane Cost Estimator runs on. Cite it as: Antero Trail, "Wood truss weights per lineal foot (SBCA)", anterotrail.com/tools/reference/truss-weights. Primary sources are listed with each value and at the bottom of the page.
Wood roof-truss self-weight for the truss_framing_set crane scenario (PRP-CALC-2). Values are the SBCA 'Dead Load Weight of Roof Trusses' table, in pounds per lineal foot of the truss (plf), keyed by top/bottom-chord + web lumber size. single-source: SBCA is the industry authority but a single source - flagged on output. single_truss_weight = plf x span_ft; the derivation adds a stated rigging allowance and, for bundles, multiplies by trusses_per_bundle. No cited plf table exists for steel/CFS trusses - that path requires a user-supplied weight.
2x6
| chord key | PLF | detail |
|---|---|---|
| 2x4 | 4.3 | 2x4 top / 2x4 bottom / 2x4 webs |
| 2x6 | 5.5 | 2x6 top / 2x6 bottom / 2x4 webs |
| 2x8 | 6.6 | 2x8 top / 2x8 bottom / 2x4 webs |
Truss self-weight is from the SBCA Dead Load Weight of Roof Trusses table - the industry authority, but a single source. Verify against the truss shop drawing / delivery ticket for the actual design before final sizing.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| 2x4/2x4/2x4 | 4.3 |
| 2x4/2x8/2x4 | 5.6 |
| 2x6/2x4/2x4 | 4.8 |
| 2x6/2x6/2x4 | 5.5 |
| 2x6/2x6/2x6 | 6.2 |
| 2x6/2x8/2x4 | 5.9 |
| 2x6/2x10/2x4 | 6.6 |
| 2x6/2x10/2x6 | 7.2 |
| 2x8/2x8/2x4 | 6.6 |
| 2x8/2x8/2x6 | 7.2 |
| 2x8/2x10/2x8 | 8.4 |
These calculators produce planning estimates from published public rate schedules. They are not a formal quote. Confirm equipment, access, and pricing with a licensed operator or rental yard before you rely on any number for an estimate.