HVUT Tax Calculator
Your HVUT Tax Has Been Calculated
Tax Breakdown
| Vehicle Type | Count | Annual Rate | Prorated Rate | Tax Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taxable Except Logging Vehicle | ||||
| Taxable Logging Vehicle | ||||
How to Use the Form 2290 Tax Calculator
Using Tax2efile HVUT calculator is fast, free, and takes just a few seconds:
Step 1
Select Your First Use Month
Choose the month you first used the vehicle on U.S. public highways during the current tax period. The IRS Form 2290 tax year runs from July 1 through June 30 of the following year.
Step 2
Select Vehicle Weight Category
Enter your vehicle’s taxable gross weight. The HVUT applies to vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more. Weight categories go up to 75,000+ pounds.
Step 3
Choose Vehicle Type
Indicate whether your vehicle is a standard taxable vehicle or a logging vehicle (logging vehicles qualify for a reduced tax rate).
Step 4
View Your Estimated Tax
The calculator instantly displays your estimated HVUT amount for the tax period. Ready to file? Click to e-file your Form 2290 directly through Tax2efile and receive your stamped Schedule 1 fast.
Form 2290 Tax Rates by Vehicle Weight
Your HVUT amount is based on your vehicle’s taxable gross weight. The IRS uses the following rate structure.
| Taxable Gross Weight | Annual HVUT (Standard Vehicle) | Annual HVUT (Logging Vehicle) |
|---|---|---|
| 55,000 lbs | $100.00 | $75.00 |
| 55,001 – 56,000 lbs | $122.00 | $91.50 |
| 57,001 – 58,000 lbs | $166.00 | $124.50 |
| 73,001 – 74,000 lbs | $518.00 | $388.50 |
| 75,000 lbs or more | $550.00 | $412.50 |
| Under 55,000 lbs | Tax Exempt | Tax Exempt |
| Suspended Vehicles (<5,000 mi) | $0 | $0 |
Simple Steps to E-File Form 2290 with Tax2efile
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Select Tax Form
Add Tax Information
Pay & Submit to IRS
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Why Truckers Trust Tax2efile’s Form 2290 Tax Calculator
Instant, Accurate Estimates
Our calculator applies the official IRS HVUT rate tables, so the tax amount you see reflects exactly what you’d owe — no approximations, no surprises.
Tax for Mid-Year Vehicles
Placed a new truck into service in March? The calculator automatically calculates your HVUT based on the first-use month, so you only pay for the months you operate.
Fleet-Friendly
Managing multiple vehicles with different weights and use dates? Calculate each vehicle’s tax separately and roll right into bulk e-filing with Tax2efile.
Seamless Path to E-Filing
Once you know your tax amount, filing takes just minutes. Tax2efile is an IRS-authorized e-file provider. After the IRS accepts your return, you’ll receive your IRS-stamped Schedule 1 Quickly
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