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Kansas City Heavy Equipment Bill of Sale Requirements

Complete requirements checklist for a heavy equipment bill of sale in Kansas City, Kansas (Form TR-12). Includes exact fees, notarization rules, and where to file at the Wyandotte County Tag Office.

Title Transfer Fee

$10.00

Sales Tax Rate

9.125%

Notarization

Not Required

Required Fields — Kansas City Heavy Equipment Bill of Sale

All of the following must appear on a valid heavy equipment bill of sale in Kansas City, Kansas per Form TR-12:

  • Full legal name and current address of seller
  • Full legal name and current address of buyer
  • Agreed sale price (in numerals and words)
  • Date of sale
  • Heavy Equipment year, make, model, and body style
  • 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
  • Signature of seller
  • Signature of buyer

Notarization in Kansas City: Not Required

Kansas does not require notarization for a heavy equipment bill of sale. Kansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. Both parties simply sign and date the completed form in the presence of each other.

Where to File — Kansas City Title Office

Office

Wyandotte County Tag Office

Address

710 N 7th St, Kansas City, KS 66101

Phone

(913) 573-2821

Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Additional requirements in Wyandotte County:

  • Title transfer at the Wyandotte County Tag Office within 60 days
  • Kansas sales tax collected at time of title transfer
  • Personal property tax must be paid
  • Seller must sign title and provide odometer disclosure

What to Bring to the KS DMV

  • 1Completed, signed heavy equipment bill of sale
  • 2Heavy Equipment title signed over by seller on the back
  • 3Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
  • 4Payment for title transfer fee: $10.00
  • 5Payment for sales tax (9.125% of sale price)

FAQ — Heavy Equipment Bill of Sale Requirements in Kansas City

What are the required fields on a heavy equipment bill of sale in Kansas City?
A valid heavy equipment bill of sale in Kansas City, Kansas must include both parties' full legal names and addresses, sale date, agreed sale price, VIN, year, make, model, and signatures of buyer and seller.
What is the title transfer fee for a heavy equipment in Kansas City?
The title transfer fee in Wyandotte County is $10.00. The heavy equipment sales tax rate is 9.125%. Kansas state rate 6.5% + Wyandotte County/KCK combined 2.625%
Is notarization required for a heavy equipment bill of sale in Kansas City?
No. Kansas does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.
Where do I file a heavy equipment title transfer in Kansas City?
File the title transfer at the Wyandotte County Tag Office, 710 N 7th St, Kansas City, KS 66101. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (913) 573-2821.

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