🪵 Homestead Sizing Engine
Oak Firewood Weight & BTU Calculator
Oak is the premier firewood in North America, delivering high heat (24–28 Million BTUs per cord). However, fresh-cut green oak is extraordinarily heavy. Calculate your load weight below.
🪵 Volume & Payload Sizer
Pickup Truck Firewood Cord Calculator
128 cu. ft. Standard Full Cord
*Seasoned wood contains <20% moisture content. Green wood weighs 30% to 50% more due to water content.
Level with Bed Rails (20")
15" (Half Full)20" (Standard Rails)28" (Mounded)36" (Rack Extensions)
Estimated Firewood Volume
--Full Cords
--Face Cords (16" rows):--
Total Wood Weight:-- lbs
Gross Volume:-- cu. ft.
Heat Energy:-- M BTU
⚖️ Truck Payload Capacity Check
Calculating truck weight limits...
🛠️ Recommended Firewood Essentials
- • Digital Wood Moisture Meter: Test for <20% seasoning
- • Heavy-Duty Cargo Net / Tarp: Prevent logs bouncing on highway
- • Log Splitting Maul (8 lb): Clean single-strike splits
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a full cord of oak weigh?
A full cord of seasoned dry oak weighs roughly 3,600 to 4,200 lbs. A full cord of fresh-cut green oak weighs between 4,800 and 5,500 lbs!