Free Iowa Trailer Bill of Sale Form (DOT Form 411007 PDF)

Q: Do utility trailers have titles in Iowa?

Only if the unladen (empty tare) weight exceeds 2,000 pounds under Iowa Code § 321.123. Utility trailers weighing 2,000 pounds or less are strictly title-exempt in Iowa and are registered and plated using this Form 411007 Bill of Sale.

Q: Is a bill of sale required to register a trailer in Iowa?

Yes. Iowa law strictly requires a completed bill of sale for all private party vehicle and trailer transfers to establish legal proof of ownership, verify empty tare weight, and determine the 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration.

Q: Do trailer license plates stay with the trailer in Iowa?

No. Under Iowa Code § 321.34, license plates belong to the seller, not the trailer. The seller must remove the license plates prior to transferring custody. The buyer must register the trailer and obtain their own plates at the County Treasurer's Office.

Q: How much is the tax to register a trailer in Iowa?

Iowa assesses a 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration on the purchase price of the trailer under Iowa Code § 321.105A in lieu of standard state sales tax, payable to the local County Treasurer.

Q: What is required to register a homemade trailer in Iowa?

To register a homemade trailer in Iowa, the applicant must present a certified scale weight ticket showing empty tare weight (to prove it is under or over 2,000 lbs), receipts for component parts, and this completed Bill of Sale at their County Treasurer's Office.

Free Iowa Trailer Bill of Sale Form

Official 2026 statutory utility, cargo, equipment, livestock, and boat trailer bill of sale. Compliant with Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) Form 411007 standards, the 2,000 lbs empty weight titling threshold under Iowa Code § 321.123, and County Treasurer registration rules. Guaranteed 1-page fit.

FORM SBF-IA-TRL Statutory Year: 2026

Iowa Code §§ 321.123, 321.49 & 321.105A

STATE OF IOWA STATUTORY BILL OF SALE

Utility, Cargo, Boat, Equipment, Livestock & Homemade Trailer Bill of Sale

Compliant with Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT) Form 411007 Standards

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the undersigned Seller, for and in consideration of the total sales price set forth herein, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, does hereby bargain, sell, grant, transfer, and deliver unto the undersigned Buyer all legal rights, title, equity, and interest in and to the trailer described below, to have and to hold forever.

SECTION A: JURISDICTION & LOCATION OF SALE

State:

Iowa County *:

SECTION B: COMPLETE TRAILER IDENTIFICATION & SPECS

Year Built *

Make / Manufacturer *

Model Name / Number *

Trailer Body Type *

Dimensions (L x W ft)

Number of Axles *

Iowa Plate # (Plates retained by seller under Iowa Code § 321.34)

Iowa Statutory Weight Specifications (Iowa Code § 321.123) Note: Empty weight ≤ 2,000 lbs is Title-Exempt (Registration only); > 2,000 lbs requires Iowa Certificate of Title.

Unladen / Empty Weight (Tare lbs) *

lbs

Carrying Capacity (Payload lbs) *

lbs

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) *

lbs

Trailer Identification Number (17-Digit VIN or Iowa Assigned Serial #) *:

SECTION C: IDENTIFICATION OF PARTIES (TRANSFEROR & TRANSFEREE)

1. SELLER (Transferor Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

IA Driver License #

2. BUYER (Transferee Information)

Full Legal Name *

Physical Address (No P.O. Box) *

City *

State

ZIP Code *

Phone Number

Driver License #

SECTION D: FINANCIAL CONSIDERATION & PAYMENT TERMS

Total Purchase Price *:

Date of Sale *:

Payment: Cash Cashier's Check Wire Gift

STATUTORY IOWA "AS-IS" DISCLAIMER (IOWA UCC IC § 554.2316): This trailer is bargained, sold, and conveyed strictly in "AS-IS, WHERE-IS" condition, WITH ALL FAULTS AND DEFECTS, WHETHER LATENT OR PATENT. The Seller expressly disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability, roadworthiness, frame structural integrity, axle alignment, wheel bearings, coupler safety, suspension, tires, or electrical wiring. The Buyer acknowledges having had full opportunity to inspect or mechanically examine the trailer or has knowingly waived this right. Basis for Iowa 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration under Iowa Code § 321.105A.

SECTION E: AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES & AFFIDAVIT

AFFIRMATION UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY (IOWA CODE § 714.8): I hereby affirm under penalties of perjury that the purchase price, trailer specifications, and empty tare weight stated herein are true, accurate, and complete, that the Seller is the lawful owner with clear legal authority to transfer ownership, and that no undisclosed liens or legal encumbrances exist.

Seller (Transferor) Signature

Signature: ✕

Seller Printed Name

Date

Buyer (Transferee) Signature

Signature: ✕

Buyer Printed Name

Date

SECTION F: STATE OF IOWA NOTARY PUBLIC ACKNOWLEDGMENT / JURAT

STATE OF IOWA COUNTY OF:

On this _____ day of ________________, 2026, before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared the Seller and/or Buyer named above, known or proven through government-issued photo identification to be the person(s) whose name(s) are subscribed to this trailer bill of sale, and acknowledged executing the same for the purposes stated.

Notary Public Signature

MM/DD/YYYY

My Commission Expires

★ Affix Notary Seal
/ Stamp Here Iowa DOT Form 411007

FORM SBF-IA-TRL (Rev. 2026) • StateBillForms.com Iowa Code §§ 321.123, 321.49 • Iowa DOT Form 411007 PAGE 1 OF 1

Official Process

Iowa DOT & County Treasurer 3-Step Trailer Registration & Titling Guide

Follow Iowa statutory regulations to complete private utility, cargo, equipment, and boat trailer transfers, navigate the 2,000 lbs empty weight titling exemption, and ensure lawful registration within 30 days.

Execute Form SBF-IA-TRL

Both buyer and seller execute this statutory Bill of Sale (compliant with Iowa DOT Form 411007), verifying the unladen empty weight, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), and purchase price. A completed bill of sale is legally mandatory for all Iowa transfers.

Verify 2,000 Lb. Titling Rule & Plates

Under Iowa Code § 321.123, trailers with an empty tare weight of 2,000 lbs or less are title-exempt; this Bill of Sale serves as primary proof of ownership. If over 2,000 lbs, the seller must sign over the title. The seller removes and retains their license plates.

County Treasurer 30-Day Registration

Within 30 calendar days of purchase (Iowa Code § 321.49), the buyer visits their local County Treasurer's Office with this Bill of Sale, title (if >2,000 lbs) or weight ticket, and ID to pay the 5.0% One-Time Fee for New Registration (IC § 321.105A) and obtain their license plate.

Statutory Summary

Iowa Trailer Legal Transfer Requirements

Document / Requirement	Governing Authority	Status	Statutory Purpose
2,000 Lbs Titling Threshold	Iowa Code § 321.123	Mandatory >2,000 lbs	Trailers with an unladen empty weight over 2,000 lbs require an Iowa title; trailers 2,000 lbs or less are registration-only.
Mandatory Bill of Sale	Iowa DOT Form 411007	Essential	Mandatory proof of purchase price and primary title-exempt ownership document required by all 99 County Treasurers.
5.0% Fee for New Registration	Iowa Code § 321.105A	5.0% Purchase Tax	One-time registration tax assessed on the purchase price in lieu of standard state retail sales tax.
License Plate Removal Rule	Iowa Code § 321.34	Mandatory for Seller	Plates belong to the seller and must be removed prior to trailer delivery; plates never transfer to the buyer.
30-Day Transfer Window	Iowa Code § 321.49	30 Calendar Days	Buyer must file transfer application with County Treasurer within 30 days of purchase to prevent late title fees.