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Billings, Montana

Documents Needed to Sell a Heavy Equipment in Billings

Everything the seller and buyer need for a private heavy equipment sale in Billings, Montana. File at the Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle — title transfer fee: $12.00, sales tax: 0.00%.

Seller Must Provide

  • 1Signed Heavy Equipment title (sign on the back where it says "Seller's Signature")
  • 2Completed bill of sale (notarized)
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Lien release letter (if a loan was paid off) from the lender

Buyer Must Bring to DMV

  • 1Signed Heavy Equipment title from seller
  • 2Signed bill of sale (notarized)
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $12.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax: 0.00% of purchase price
  • 6Proof of Montana insurance (required before registration)

Notarization: ⚠ Required in Montana

Montana requires notarization of the title assignment for private party vehicle transfers.

Where to File in Billings

Office

Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle

Address

217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101

Phone

(406) 256-2770

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Fees for Heavy Equipment Title Transfer in Billings

Title Transfer Fee

$12.00

Sales Tax Rate

0.00%

Notarization

Required (~$15)

Montana has no sales tax. No state or local tax on vehicle purchases.

FAQ — Documents for Heavy Equipment Sale in Billings

What documents do I need to sell a heavy equipment in Billings?
To sell a heavy equipment in Billings you need: a signed Heavy Equipment title, a completed bill of sale (notarized), and a valid photo ID. File the title transfer at the Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle.
Is a bill of sale required to sell a heavy equipment in Billings, Montana?
Yes. The Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle requires a signed bill of sale to process the title transfer. Generate one free at BillOfSaleNow — fill in online, download a Montana-compliant PDF in 60 seconds.
What is the heavy equipment title transfer fee in Billings?
The title transfer fee in Yellowstone County is $12.00. Sales tax of 0.00% is also due at the time of registration. Montana has no sales tax. No state or local tax on vehicle purchases.
Where do I file a heavy equipment title transfer in Billings?
File at the Yellowstone County Motor Vehicle, 217 N 27th St, Billings, MT 59101. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (406) 256-2770.

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