IRS Form 2290 is used to report and pay the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) for qualifying vehicles with a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more. Get the latest Form 2290 requirements, filing instructions, tax rates, due dates, and Schedule 1 information for the 2026-27 tax year, plus guidance on how to file accurately and on time.
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Note: Agricultural vehicles are exempt from the Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) if they are expected to be used 7,500 miles or less during the tax period.
The HVUT starts at $100 for vehicles weighing 55,000 pounds and increases by $22 for each additional 1,000 pounds.
| Details | |
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| Annual Filing | Tax period: July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027 |
| Regular Deadline | August 31, 2026 |
| New Vehicles | File by the last day of the month following the month the vehicle was first used Check Form 2290 Due Date 2026 Chart |
| Penalties |
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| Extensions | Generally not offered, but penalty waivers can be requested for extraordinary circumstances |
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Form 2290 or the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) is a type of tax levied on heavy motor vehicles with a registered gross weight of or more than 55,000 pounds that are driven on public highways for 5,000 miles or more.
Truck owners and operators must file Form 2290 and pay the federal excise tax on their vehicle if it has a taxable gross weight of 55,000 pounds or more and is driven on public highways for 5,000 miles (7,500 miles for agricultural vehicles) or more.
The Form 2290 due date depends on when the vehicle is first used on a public highway. For vehicles first used in July 2026, the deadline is August 31, 2026. For other months, Form 2290 is generally due by the last day of the following month.
Form 2290 Amendment is an IRS return that must be filed when there is a change in the reportable information of the heavy highway vehicle.
When you eFile with EZ2290, you don’t have to wait for hours to receive your IRS-stamped Schedule-1. You’ll receive a digital equivalent of the IRS-Stamped Schedule 1 within a few seconds of filing. This copy is authenticated by the IRS and is just as valid as a physical copy of the schedule.
Truckers face delays in filing their taxes due to the last-minute rush. This may lead to errors and penalties for missed deadlines. Pre-filing your Form 2290 ensures you take enough time to complete the form correctly and avoid any deadline rush.
