Here’s a complete Donut Food Truck/Trailer Equipment Package – suitable for a mobile donut business offering made-to-order donuts, coffee, and drinks.
🍩 DONUT FOOD TRUCK/TRAILER EQUIPMENT PACKAGE
1. Donut-Making Equipment
Equipment
Description
Estimated Cost (USD)
Automatic Donut Fryer (Electric or Gas)
Produces ring and filled donuts (e.g., Belshaw Mark II)
$6,000–$10,000
Donut Depositor
Attaches to fryer for automatic batter dispensing
$1,200–$1,800
Cooling Rack
Stainless steel rack for cooling and prepping
$300–$500
Glazing Table
For dipping/glazing donuts
$800–$1,200
Mixing Machine (20 Qt)
Commercial dough mixer
$1,200–$2,000
2. Coffee & Beverage Setup (Optional but Profitable)
Equipment
Description
Estimated Cost
Espresso Machine (2-group)
For lattes, cappuccinos, etc.
$4,000–$7,000
Coffee Grinder
Burr grinder for espresso beans
$500–$1,000
Drip Coffee Maker
Commercial-grade
$300–$600
Cold Beverage Fridge
For sodas, juice, water
$400–$800
3. Refrigeration & Storage
Equipment
Description
Estimated Cost
Under-Counter Fridge
For milk, toppings, dough
$800–$1,500
Freezer (Chest or Upright)
For pre-made dough or ice cream
$700–$1,000
Dry Storage Shelves
Stainless or aluminum
$150–$300
4. Ventilation & Safety
Equipment
Description
Estimated Cost
Vent Hood & Fire Suppression
Required for fryers
$3,500–$6,000
Fire Extinguisher
ABC-rated
$100–$150
First Aid Kit
OSHA-compliant
$50–$100
5. Serving & POS
Equipment
Description
Estimated Cost
Serving Counter/Window
Built-in
Included in trailer build
POS System
iPad + POS software (e.g., Square)
$700–$1,200
Menu Board/Digital Screen
LED or chalk-style board
$100–$300
6. Plumbing & Utilities
Equipment
Description
Estimated Cost
3-Compartment Sink
NSF certified
$400–$800
Handwash Sink
With hot water
$150–$300
Water Tanks & Pump System
30–50 gal fresh & gray tanks
$600–$1,200
On-Demand Water Heater
Propane or electric
$300–$600
Generator (Quiet Inverter Type)
7kW–10kW
$2,000–$4,000
7. Trailer Buildout or Truck Conversion
Type
Features
Estimated Cost
14-16 ft Trailer (Custom Built)
Outfitted with all equipment, plumbing, and electrical
$35,000–$70,000
Truck Conversion (Box Truck)
Fully built out with fryers, hood, plumbing, etc.
$45,000–$85,000
🎯 Total Budget Estimate (All-In):
Business Size
Estimated Cost
Basic Setup (minimal drinks)
$45,000 – $60,000
Full Setup (with espresso, branding, POS)
$70,000 – $95,000
Would you like a downloadable checklist, branded flyer, or custom quotation template for vendors? I can also provide a list of U.S. or international manufacturers that customize donut trailers.
