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You’ve created the perfect food truck concept. Now you’re ready to make your concept a reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding food truck expenses will help you plan financially to start your business. The truck itself is an obvious expense, but you might not think of the other little costs that add up quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out these costs of starting a food truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food Truck Vehicle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Buying a food truck is often the most expensive part of starting a food truck business. The size, features, and age of the truck affect how much you’ll spend. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can’t afford to buy your truck outright, you can look into the option of financing the truck. This will involve ongoing monthly payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You’ll also want to customize the truck inside and outside to reflect your business branding and cooking needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Startup Food Truck Expenses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you can start running your food truck, you’ll need to pay for certain startup costs. This includes licensing, registration, and permits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The requirements and associated fees will vary based on where you plan to operate. To calculate those expenses, check with the cities where you’ll be operating your food truck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Equipment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your truck will need custom cooking equipment based on the type of food you plan to serve. That might include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n