Fuel Operating Cost Over 10 Years
Two fuel choices, same load and hours, compared on cumulative ten-year cost including capital and upkeep.
Result
Diesel annual operating cost
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Diesel ten-year total
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Diesel five-year total
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Propane five-year total
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Propane annual operating cost
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Propane ten-year total
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Formula
Calculation logicWhat to check
- Installed quotes for both fuel systems, including tanks and piping
- Local delivered prices for each fuel
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