Container sizes for Minneapolis
With so many pre-1960 homes in Minneapolis, plaster and lath tear-outs are common. They are heavy: pick by weight allowance first.
| Size | Footprint | Pickup loads | Weight allowance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yd | 12 × 8 × 3.5 ft | 3 pickup loads | 1–2 tons |
| 15 yd | 16 × 7.5 × 4 ft | 4–5 pickup loads | 2–3 tons |
| 20 yd | 22 × 8 × 4.5 ft | 6–8 pickup loads | 2–4 tons |
| 30 yd | 22 × 8 × 6 ft | 9–12 pickup loads | 4–5 tons |
| 40 yd | 22 × 8 × 8 ft | 12–16 pickup loads | 5–8 tons |
Industry-typical sizes. Ask each company for its exact container and weight limit.