Garbage Trucks For Sale in Tennessee
135Listings
$272,651.18Avg Price
2027Avg Year
MackTop Make
TruckRadar lists 135 used garbage trucks for sale in Tennessee from Mack, Peterbilt, Kenworth and other manufacturers. The average model year in TN is 2027. Average asking price is $272,651.18, though prices vary by mileage, configuration, and condition. Inventory is sourced directly from 4 dealers across Tennessee — not aggregators — so listings reflect real-time dealer stock. Garbage Trucks in TN are commonly used for residential curbside waste and recycling collection and commercial front-load container service for businesses and apartments. Use TruckRadar's AI-powered search to filter by make, price, mileage, year, and engine. Most Tennessee dealers offer financing through dealer programs and commercial lenders.
Popular Garbage Trucks Makes in Tennessee
Top Cities for Garbage Truck in Tennessee
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Common Uses for Garbage Trucks in Tennessee
- Residential curbside waste and recycling collection
- Commercial front-load container service for businesses and apartments
- Roll-off dumpster delivery and pick-up for construction sites
- Automated side-load collection for single-driver residential routes
- Organic and food waste collection for composting programs
What to Look for When Buying a Garbage Truck in Tennessee
- Body type — rear-loader (most common), front-loader, side-loader (automated), or roll-off
- Body capacity — measured in cubic yards; rear-loader bodies range from 16 to 25 CY
- Packer plate mechanism — controls compaction ratio; higher compaction = fewer trips to dump
- Chassis type — low-cab-forward (LCF) designs like Mack LR and Peterbilt 520 improve visibility and are preferred for residential
- Powertrain — CNG (compressed natural gas) and electric options are increasingly common for municipal fleets
- Transmission — Allison automatic is standard for the frequent stop-and-go of collection routes
Garbage Truck Price Ranges in Tennessee
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Garbage Truck Financing in Tennessee
Garbage Trucks Financing for Owner-Operators in Tennessee
Owner-operators in Tennessee can finance new and used garbage trucks through dealer financing programs, commercial lenders, and SBA loans. Most Tennessee dealers offer in-house financing with flexible down payments and terms from 36 to 84 months.
Commercial Truck Loan Options in TN
Financing a garbage truck in Tennesseeis available through banks, credit unions, and specialty commercial lenders. Rates depend on credit score, down payment, and the truck's age and condition. Dealers listed on TruckRadar can connect you with financing options directly.
Fleet & Equipment Financing in TN
Fleet buyers in Tennessee can access equipment financing lines of credit for purchasing multiple garbage trucks. Dealers across Tennessee offer volume pricing and dedicated fleet financing programs. Contact dealers directly through each listing.
Garbage Truck Truck FAQ
What is the difference between a rear-loader and front-loader garbage truck?
A rear-loader is loaded from the back — workers manually dump bins or it interfaces with an automated rear arm. It handles residential carts and commercial toters. A front-loader uses two large forks on the front of the truck to pick up commercial dumpsters (2–8 cubic yards) and empty them overhead into the hopper. Front-loaders are more efficient for commercial accounts with large bins.
What CDL is required to operate a garbage truck?
Most Class 7–8 refuse trucks (over 26,001 lbs GVWR) require a Class B CDL. Roll-off trucks pulling a trailer may require a Class A CDL. Check with your state's DMV for specific requirements, as air brake endorsements are also typically required on larger units.
Finding the Right Garbage Truck in Tennessee
TruckRadar.Ai aggregates garbage trucks for sale from dealers across Tennessee into one searchable platform. Every listing includes VIN, year, mileage, engine specs, photos, and direct dealer contact information.
Use our AI-powered search to find exactly what you need — type "used garbage trucks under $80k in Tennessee" or "garbage trucks with low miles near Tennessee" for instant results. Filter by make, model, price, mileage, engine, and more.
All garbage trucks listings on TruckRadar.Ai are sourced directly from Tennessee dealers — not aggregators — so you see the most accurate, up-to-date inventory available in the state. Financing options are available through most Tennessee dealers listed on our platform.
