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Roswell, Georgia Heavy Equipment Bill of Sale

Use this bill of sale when selling a heavy equipment in Roswell, Georgia. It documents the transfer and helps you complete DMV title paperwork.

Roswell, GeorgiaHeavy EquipmentPopulation rank #370

What to include

  • Buyer and seller names and addresses
  • Heavy Equipment VIN and vehicle details
  • Sale price and date
  • Signatures from both parties

Next step

Create a compliant bill of sale and download the signed PDF immediately.

Local Requirements — Fulton County

DMV / Title Office

Fulton County Tag Office – Roswell

Address

38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075

Phone

(678) 413-8400

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$18.00

Sales Tax Rate

8.90%

Base Registration Fee

$20.00

Georgia TAVT 7.0% of fair market value; combined local reference rate approx 8.9%

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Georgia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.

Roswell Transfer Checklist

  • Georgia charges a Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) at 7.0% of the fair market value instead of annual ad valorem tax
  • Title transfer at the Fulton County Tag Office within 30 days
  • Seller must sign the title and provide odometer disclosure
  • Buyer must obtain a Georgia tag within 30 days of establishing residency

County Information — Fulton County

County Clerk / Recorder

Fulton County Clerk of Superior Court

Phone

(404) 612-4510

Heavy Equipment market data and safety information

The most common heavy equipment makes in private-party sales are Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu, Volvo, Case. Average private-party heavy equipment prices range from $10,000–$300,000. Heavy equipments average 0.7 NHTSA recalls per model across categories including Hydraulic System, Electrical, ROPS/FOPS.

Safety checkpoints for buying a used heavy equipment

Before completing a heavy equipment bill of sale in Georgia, verify these safety items:

  • Verify ROPS/FOPS (Rollover/Falling Object Protective Structure) certification
  • Check engine hours — the primary value indicator for heavy equipment
  • Inspect undercarriage condition (tracks, rollers, idlers) on tracked machines
  • Test all hydraulic functions through full range of motion

Heavy Equipment insurance and depreciation in Georgia

Equipment floater or inland marine policy required. Costs vary widely: $500–$5,000/year depending on value and use. Caterpillar and Komatsu machines hold value well — 50–60% retention after 5,000 hours. Peak season for private heavy equipment sales is spring when construction season begins, with an average of 60 days on market.

Heavy Equipment registration and titling

Heavy Equipments are classified as "Construction equipment (not registered for road use; transported on flatbed/lowboy)" for registration purposes. Heavy equipment is valued by engine hours, not mileage. Machines over 80,000 lbs require special transport permits. Federal odometer disclosure does not apply to heavy equipments.

Heavy Equipment sales in Roswell, Georgia

Roswell residents completing a heavy equipment bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Georgia state rules. The state sales tax rate is 6.6%, 6.6% tavt (title ad valorem tax) on fair market value. The most popular heavy equipment makes in Georgia include Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu.

Georgia bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 3,204 bill of sale documents for Georgia transactions, with 86 generated this month alone. The most popular vehicle type is car.

Why Documentation Helps Protect Asking Price

45% faster sale

Vehicles whose listings include a history report spend ~45% less time on site before selling, and report-viewers are 5x more likely to become a lead.

Source: Experian / AutoCheck

$4,000 avg loss

NHTSA estimates 450,000+ vehicles per year are sold with rolled-back odometers — the average victim loses about $4,000 in downstream repair costs.

Source: NHTSA

17.5M private sales/yr

About 17.5 million private-party vehicle transactions happen in the U.S. each year — roughly 47% of the used market.

Source: Cox Automotive 2024

1 in 3 buyers

Roughly 1 in 3 used-car buyers say they suspect private sellers are hiding mechanical problems — documentation closes that trust gap.

Source: JW Surety Bonds (n=3,000)

Frequently asked questions

What county is Roswell in, and which office handles title transfers?

Roswell is in Fulton County. Title transfers are handled by the Fulton County Tag Office – Roswell at 38 Hill St, Roswell, GA 30075. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Phone: (678) 413-8400.

What is the sales tax rate on a heavy equipment sale in Roswell?

The combined rate is 8.90%. Georgia TAVT 7.0% of fair market value; combined local reference rate approx 8.9%.

Is notarization required for a heavy equipment bill of sale in Roswell?

No. Georgia does not require notarization for private vehicle sales. A signed title is the primary transfer document.

What fees should I expect when transferring a heavy equipment title in Roswell?

Title transfer fee: $18.00. Base registration fee: $20.00. Sales tax at 8.90% is collected at the time of title transfer.