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Medford, Oregon Heavy Equipment Bill of Sale

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

Medford, OregonHeavy EquipmentPopulation rank #408

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 — Jackson County

DMV / Title Office

Oregon DMV – Medford Office

Address

773 S Central Ave, Medford, OR 97501

Phone

(503) 299-9999

Office Hours

Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Transfer Fees & Taxes

Title Transfer Fee

$77.00

Sales Tax Rate

0.50%

Base Registration Fee

$122.00

Oregon has no sales tax but charges a 0.5% vehicle privilege/use tax on new vehicles. No tax on used private-party sales.

Notarization: NOT REQUIRED

Oregon does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

Medford Transfer Checklist

No sales tax on used private-party vehicle sales in Oregon
Title transfer at an Oregon DMV office within 30 days
DEQ emissions test may be required depending on the county
Seller must sign the title assignment

County Information — Jackson County

County Clerk / Recorder

Jackson County Clerk

Phone

(541) 774-6147

Website

https://jacksoncountyor.org/clerk

Private party vehicle sales in Jackson County may be exempt from sales tax — verify with the county clerk before completing your transaction.

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 Oregon, 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 Oregon

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 Medford, Oregon

Medford residents completing a heavy equipment bill of sale should be aware of local requirements in addition to Oregon state rules. The state sales tax rate is 0%, no sales tax; 0.5% statewide transit tax on new vehicles only. The most popular heavy equipment makes in Oregon include Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu.

Oregon bill of sale statistics

BillOfSaleNow has generated 1,038 bill of sale documents for Oregon transactions, with 28 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 Medford in, and which office handles title transfers?

Medford is in Jackson County. Title transfers are handled by the Oregon DMV – Medford Office at 773 S Central Ave, Medford, OR 97501. Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Phone: (503) 299-9999.

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

The combined rate is 0.50%. Oregon has no sales tax but charges a 0.5% vehicle privilege/use tax on new vehicles. No tax on used private-party sales..

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

No. Oregon does not require notarization for private vehicle sales.

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

Title transfer fee: $77.00. Base registration fee: $122.00. Sales tax at 0.50% is collected at the time of title transfer.