Want to Ship a Caterpillar or Komatsu Overseas? – Construction and Oversized Heavy Equipment International Shipping Explained

Overseas machinery transport from the USA is a popular and thriving business. International machinery shipping is available to several worldwide ports in West Africa, Europe, East Africa, South Africa, Asia, Middle East, South America, the Far East and more! As one of the best international shipping companies specializing in international transport of heavy and oversized cargo, K International offers affordable heavy machinery transport quotes to Tema, Ghana; Lagos, Nigeria; Casablanca, Morocco; Cartagena, Colombia; Vietnam, Iraq, Chile and all other available worldwide shipping destinations.

Heavy Equipment Shipping includes the international overseas transport of construction machinery, agricultural equipment, industrial equipment, operational machinery, hauling equipment and mining machinery.

Looking to ship bulldozers, scrapers, excavators, pavers, cranes, dump trucks, wheel loaders, tractor trailers, graders, compacters, concrete mixers, forklifts, generators, motor graders, semi trucks, tanks, travel trailers, 

 RV's, water trucks, oversized cargo and other heavy machinery?

Need to understand how international shipping of oversized cargo works?
 

K International Transport is here to offer our professional international shipping services and expertise in international construction equipment shipping. Continue reading below to receive some insider tips on international heavy machinery shipping.

Need international shipping rate quotes for your oversized machinery?
 

Customers interested in international machinery shipping services oftentimes buy used, affordable construction equipment from local and online construction equipment auctions. Found the perfect Caterpillar, Bobcat or Komatsu? Looking to buy and ship overseas Mack, GMC, International, Freightliner, Volvo, Peterbilt, or Sterling trucks and tractor trailers? In order to provide international transport quotes you should take note of the following information first:

1). Is this construction equipment unit drivable, towable or static?

Heavy machinery items that are drivable are simply driven onto roll-on/roll-off overseas shipping vessels and firmly secured for international transport. Towable units are pulled onto roll-on / roll-off (roro) international shipping vessels. Static construction equipment is loaded to steamship line provided flatracks and mafis and secured onto the vessel. Static heavy machinery must have secure lifting points so the unit can be safely lifted with either a forklift or a crane.

2). Does your heavy machinery have rubber wheels / tires or is this unit on tracks?

International transport quotes vary depending on whether the oversized construction equipment unit has wheels (for example: tractor trailers and dump trucks) or is on tracks (for example: bulldozers).

3). Do you know the full dimensions of your equipment including the length, width, height and weight?

Full cargo dimensions are needed to provide accurate and the most affordable International cargo transport quotes for oversized machinery. International heavy equipment shipping quotes are based on the weight or the measure (volume) of the machine, whichever is greater.

Insider Tip! - International shipping customers will remove the blade of a bulldozer before overseas international transport to reduce the size and weight of the unit. Removing the blade of a bulldozer also makes inland transport to the USA port of departure easier and cheaper. Also consider removing the cab, ripper, arm, bucket and all other detachable parts of your construction equipment before international heavy machinery transport.

4). Is your high heavy equipment small enough to fit inside a container? Have you considered construction equipment dismantling for international shipping?

Construction equipment that is small enough or very easy to dismantle can ship in an international ocean cargo container. Need a reliable international shipping company to dismantle your heavy equipment? As the leading overseas machinery shipping company K International Transport offers construction equipment dismantling service at several major USA ports of export including New York, Baltimore, Savannah and more!

5). Can you deliver your construction equipment to the USA port of export?
 

Customers who are unable to deliver their unit to the nearest international shipping port can trust K International to provide secure and timely inland transport. We utilize the best fully-insured heavy machinery haulers in the industry specializing in heavy machinery transport. Does your oversized machinery exceed USA road limits? All USA states have legal road weight and size restrictions. K International Transport will make sure all necessary permits and escorts are confirmed prior to inland heavy haul transport to the port. Have a Caterpillar dump truck or similar oversized vehicle? We oftentimes simply remove the wheels of the dump truck in order to accommodate USA road requirements and once the truck reaches port we will put the wheels back on so it can load on a ro/ro vessel – this is just one of many examples of our several years of international shipping experience and expertise!

Preparing Your Construction Equipment for International Shipping

After you receive your free international shipping quote from K International Transport you should follow the below steps to help prepare your construction equipment for USA inland transportation to the port and heavy machinery overseas transport from the USA:

-Remove any detachable parts of your construction equipment including the blade, cab, and bucket for easier and cheaper inland transportation to the port of export.

-Check that your heavy machinery unit is clean, free of excess dirt, in operating condition and has no leaks. High heavy equipment that has excess dirt must be cleaned for acceptance at the port of export and you will be subject to additional costly cleaning expenses.

-Towable construction equipment and oversized cargo on a trailer must have a secure hook-up before trailer shipping to the port of export. Make sure to check the roadworthiness of towable units.

-Non self-propelled units and static heavy machinery will require proper loading equipment at the pick-up location. Confirm prior to inland heavy haul pickup that all necessary loading equipment including forklifts, cranes and additional loading personnel are available when your construction equipment is picked up for overseas transport.

-Have the original bill of sale available so your construction equipment / heavy machinery can properly clear USA customs prior to export

No other international machinery shipping company can offer first-class service such as K International Transport. Trust K International Transport with your heavy equipment shipping needs. As one of the leading overseas shipping companies we have service contracts with some of the top international shipping lines in the world. Contact us for more information on construction equipment shipping, visit our High-Heavy / Construction Equipment rate request page to receive a quote and check out our high heavy / construction equipment shipping page for more information.

International Shipping of Luxury, Antique, Vintage or Classic Cars with Care

Interested in shipping your valuable luxury or antique car from the United States? Have a one-of-a-kind Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, Maserati, Mustang, Jaguar or Corvette and need a reliable international car shipping company who will ship your car from the USA with care? At K International Transport Co., Inc we have over 20 year's experience in overseas car shipping of antique and luxury vehicles. We offer international vehicle transport and shipping services from all available USA ports including New York, Baltimore, Savannah, Jacksonville, Miami, Houston, Los Angeles and more. Whether you are shipping your car from the US to Germany, Nigeria, France, Dubai or other worldwide ports anywhere including Europe, the Mediterranean, Middle East and Africa, look no further than K International Transport for car shipping quotes.

K International Transport is here to guide you throughout the entire international car shipping process. We not only handle the overseas vehicle shipping of your luxury and antique car from the port in the USA but we also offer secure inland pickup at door and insurance. Below we answer some common questions associated with the overseas vehicle transport of luxury and antique cars:

Q: I am interested in the international vehicle transport of my one-of-a-kind expensive classic car – but I've never done this before – how is the car shipped? What are the benefits of each type of overseas vehicle shipping methods?

A. International automobile shipping companies offer three methods available for international auto shipping: roll-on roll-off vehicle carrier, ocean container transport and air freight transport.

-Roll-on Roll-off vehicle service is the most economical way to ship your car. On a roll-on roll-off vessel cars are driven onto specialized and modern car carrier vessels and safely secured under the deck of the ship.

-The second and most common method of international car shipping of vintage cars is container shipping. In ocean container transport you car is driven into and then secured inside your own personal container and then sealed to prevent unauthorized personnel from opening the container. All automobiles are professionally loaded at one of our bonded and insured warehouses. We have warehouses located at all the major ocean ports that specialize in the proper loading of automobiles for international auto transport. The ocean container method of international vehicle shipping assures the customer that their car will not be handled again until the container is unloaded at the port of arrival and you do not have to worry about any other cars coming close to your precious cargo. Looking to ship hard to find automobile parts with your luxury vehicle? Container shipping allows you to also load other important items you will need once your car arrives at its overseas destination.

-The third and fastest method to ship a vehicle is by air. Need your vintage classic car right away and do not want the hassle of waiting for ocean transport? Consider shipping your valuable automobile by air. Cars shipped by air are secured below specialized cargo aircraft. The air freight international car shipping method is the most expensive way to transport your vehicle.

Q: I am located overseas and need a company to safely transport my antique car to the port or warehouse – do you offer this service?

A: Inland pick-up is available from anywhere in the continental USA. Our fully insured carriers offer two ways in which to ship your valuable car. The first option is to ship your automobile in an open car carrier. However, for high value cars we always recommend the second inland transport option via a closed car carrier. A closed car carrier is the safest method to transport your vintage car as it shields the car from the elements. We will gladly provide an inland transportation quote for both shipping options.

Q: Do you offer insurance coverage in the event of major damage or loss to my vintage car during international automobile transport?

A: K International offers two types of ocean cargo insurance for international automobile shipping: All Risk Insurance and FPA insurance. All Risk automobile ocean transport insurance covers against risk of physical loss or major damage that may occur during ocean vehicle transport. FPA (free of particular average) insurance covers total losses only due to certain catastrophic perils such, such as sinking of the vessel during international auto shipping. We always recommend ocean cargo insurance to our customers – if interested make sure to indicate your vehicles value to your K International employee

The above are just a few common questions our customers ask when they are looking to ship their vintage, classic, valuable antique cars overseas. As a leading international car shipping company K International is here to offer you the best first class quality service. Our international auto shipping personnel are here to help you from point A to point B and our shipping cars overseas service is unmatched. If interested in utilizing our international shipping services contact us for an affordable car shipping quote so you can get your automobile exported from the USA today. We can be reached by telephone at (212) 267-6400 or visit our international automobile shipping quote page and receive a free quote within 24 hours. We also provide overseas vehicle shipping customer references upon request.

How to Ship a Container Overseas: International Full Container (FCL) Shipping from the United States

Do you have an overseas customer interested in buying your products? Need to understand the logistics of international shipping from the USA? International shipping companies have numerous international shipping services available to help you safely move your cargo worldwide. One of the most popular methods of international shipping is ocean container transport. International shipping companies can provide you with ocean freight rates detailing the full costs and terms of your container shipping request. What does full container load (FCL) overseas shipping entail? How do I ship my cargo overseas? Trust K International Transport to provide you with premier ocean container shipping services. We will guide you throughout the entire international container shipping process. Below we provide you with a brief guide to international container shipping.

How to Receive the Best Container Shipping Quotes

Have a customer in China and need an ocean freight quote to close your business deal? Not sure what information container shipping companies need in order to receive your freight quote? Overseas shipping companies can provide you with international freight and sea rates. When requesting a quote from international freight shipping companies, such as K International Transport, keep the following details of your commercial shipment in mind:

-What commodity am I shipping?

-How much commercial cargo am I shipping? What container size will I need? Do I meet the legal weight limits?

-What are my international buying and selling terms?

- Do I have a cargo loading dock at my facility? Will I be able to securely load the cargo inside the container properly within the loading time limits?

-To what international port should this cargo go?

-What is the value of this cargo? Should I buy ocean cargo insurance?

The type of cargo you are shipping is very important when calculating shipping costs. Commodity rates are standard in the overseas transport industry and will help your cargo and freight shipping company correctly calculate the best ocean freight rate. Keep in mind international shipping companies offer the following standard container sizes: 20' container, 40' container and 40' high-cube container. 40' high-cube containers are the same standard inside length and width of a 40' container (39'5" long, 7'8" high) but it offers an additional foot of height (8'10"). General international container legal road weight limits in the USA are 34,000 lbs for 20' containers and 44,000 lbs for 40' containers and varies by state. Have heavy cargo and need to know if you will still be able to ship your cargo overseas by container? Ocean freight carriers have overweight allowances for ocean cargo containers and you must confirm with the international shipping company if they can handle your cargo's weight.

Not sure of your international buying and selling terms? Familiarize yourself with the INCOTERMS rules. K International Transport will make sure to provide an international shipping quote based on your agreed upon buying and selling terms with your customer.

If your facility has the capability to load 20' and 40' containers for ocean export transport we will bring the container to your door and you will have approximately 2 free hours to load and secure your commercial products. Are you not able to load your commercial cargo at your door? Our licensed and bonded warehouses can professionally and securely pack your cargo in the ocean container for you. We have container stuffing warehouses at all the major ocean freight ports including New York, Boston, Baltimore, Norfolk, Charleston, Savannah, Jacksonville, Miami, Port Everglades, Seattle, Oakland, Los Angeles, New Orleans, Houston and more. Located in the mid-west or in another inland state? K International Transport can provide international ocean transport from all the major rail hubs including rail yards in Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Kansas City, Memphis, Cincinnati, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis and more. Once your customer confirms the final port of arrival we can provide you with competitive international shipping quotes. We can also provide you with door to door service utilizing our wide network of trusted international shipping agents. Our overseas shipping agents can provide customs clearance at the port of arrival and international and domestic inland trucking to the final destination.

Interested in ocean cargo insurance to cover the risks of overseas ocean freight shipping? International shipping cargo is available in two forms: FPA (free of particular average) insurance and All Risk Insurance. FPA insurance covers against the risk of total physical loss due to certain catastrophic perils such as sinking of the vessel during international shipping. All Risk marine insurance which covers against risk of physical loss or damage from any external cause and is available for new cargo only. Is the risk the same if my container is under-deck or above deck? Your container is always considered under-deck liability and risk wise.

Looking for an international freight shipping company? Trust the premier services of K International Transport. We are a licensed NVOCC and freight forwarder specializing in commercial container shipping services from the United States to Europe, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Australia, South and Central America and Oceania. For more information concerning our international shipping services please contact us at (212) 267-6400 or visit our FCL ocean shipping rate request page and receive your free sea freight rate today.

International Boat Shipping and Transport Services

One of the numerous international shipping services K International Transport offers is international boat shipping services to several global destinations. As one of the preferred international shipping companies specializing in overseas boat or yacht transport, our team has the expertise needed to safely transport your boat internationally. Found the boat of your dreams on EBay or from a USA based boat dealer? Looking for a reliable, easy and affordable international shipping company you can trust to ship your valuable boat or yacht from the USA? From small powerboats to large yachts look no further than K International Transport for an international boat shipping quote. We understand the considerations to take into account when preparing your boat or yacht for export.

How exactly do we export a boat from America? K International offers several overseas boat transport options:

-Shipping a jet ski, wave runner, Sea-Doo, boat or yacht on trailer?

International boat on trailer shipping via roll-on / roll-off service is the easiest and most affordable way to ship your boat or yacht. Boats on trailer are loaded onto a roll-on / roll-off vessel and safely secured by a shipping professional to prevent damage or movement during transport. Roll-on / Roll-off boat and yacht shipping is available to several destinations throughout Europe, the Mediterranean, South and Central America, Asia and more.

-Shipping a boat or yacht on cradle?

Worldwide boat transportation is available for boats on cradle. Boats or yachts shipped on cradle are secured to a 20' or 40' flat rack or mafi trailer. Boat cradles should be customized to accommodate your boats size and weight.

-Shipping a jet ski, wave runner, Sea-Doo or small sized boat? Have additional boat parts that need to be shipped?

International ocean container shipping is ideal for smaller boats that can fit inside a 20' or 40' container and for shipping smaller boat parts. Have several jet skis to ship? Jet skis and smaller boats are safely secured inside the container by one of our licensed and bonded professional warehouses. Additionally, customers who remove parts of their boat to make their boat smaller for international roll-on / roll-off or flat rack / mafi transport opt to load the additional parts in container for safe and secure overseas transport.

-Need your boat picked up and delivered to the port of loading?

K International Transport also provides door pickup as part of our international transportation services. Whether it is a boat on trailer or boat on cradle we provide reliable and safe inland transportation to the port.
When looking for one of the top international boat transport companies look no further than K International Transport. Visit our boat information page and submit a boat / watercraft rate request for more information and to receive a quote.

Prepare your Vehicle for a Trip Overseas

As one of the leading international shipping companies we want our customers to feel completely confident in our services. K International strives to maintain high standards of customer satisfaction and we will do all we can to make your overseas car transport is as easy as possible. After you receive your car shipping quotes the following simple tips will help you prepare your vehicle for its long international journey overseas.

Preparation Tips:

- When you drop off your car to be loaded into one of our terminals, make sure your antenna is down and your car alarm is deactivated. If you are prefer roll-on / roll-off overseas car transport services you must make sure you have no personal items left inside the vehicle. All vehicles should be delivered with no more than ¼ tank of gas.

- It is a standard policy for international shipping companies to request customers to purchase insurance for their vehicles prior to shipping. Making sure your car has the appropriate insurance coverage is for your benefit in the event of loss or damage to your vehicle while in transport.

- You should carefully consider all of your shipping options. If you choose to ship your vehicle in a container you will also have the option to ship other items you may need during your stay in your foreign destination.

- Do not forget to give your K International representative all required documents to get your vehicle through customs. Documents we will need include your cars title, bill of sale or, if still making payments, a letter from the lien holder.

Your K International representative is there with you through the entire overseas car shipping process. We are here to make sure you get through all of these steps without a hitch.