Shipping Container
Transport Services
In Kansas

Shipping a container to or from Kansas averages $2.65 to $3.00 per mile for standard freight. Prices may vary, so contact HET for an accurate quote.

For an accurate shipping container quote to or from Kansas, contact Heavy Equipment Transport with your specific needs and request a detailed breakdown. Clarify the terms and any additional costs upfront to avoid misunderstandings.

HET (Heavy Equipment Transport) offers transparent pricing, but container shipping may include additional charges such as Demurrage/Detention fees, Port Fees, and Fuel Surcharges, especially for international moves. If you're moving to Kansas, check if your HET quote covers these additional fees. Hidden costs can arise due to handling, distance, or peak seasons, so it's essential to confirm all potential charges upfront.

You likely need permits to place or move a shipping container in Kansas, depending on its use (temporary vs. permanent) and local zoning regulations. This may include building permits, temporary use permits, or oversized transport permits from the Kansas DOT. Rules differ by location, so consult your local planning or zoning department, as well as the Kansas DOT, for transport guidelines.

In Kansas, shipping containers require a permit, which may require zoning, building, or temporary-use approvals. Regulations vary by location but often classify containers as accessory structures, subject to setbacks, size limits (e.g., over 200 square feet) and use (temporary or permanent). Check with your local city's zoning and planning department for specific rules.

Prohibited items in shipping containers to/from Kansas include explosives, flammable materials, compressed gases, poisons, radioactive materials, biological hazards, ammunition, illegal drugs, live animals/plants, certain chemicals, household cleaners, and open alcohol containers. Check with your carrier and be aware of federal HAZMAT regulations and Kansas's open container laws.

To deliver a container in Kansas, it is essential to ensure adequate site clearance for the delivery truck, maintain suitable ground conditions, and obtain any required local zoning or oversize permits.

To transport containers to or from Kansas, various trucks are used, including chassis trailers for intermodal containers, flatbed trailers, step-deck trailers for taller loads, and sideloaders for self-loading. These trailers are usually towed by semi-trucks, depending on whether the container is local (chassis) or long-haul (flatbed or step-deck) and whether it is empty or full.

In Kansas, heavy machinery like forklifts, crane and specialized trailers are used to load and unload containers at intermodal hubs or customer sites. Equipment such as spreaders and vacuum lifters ensure safe handling, while trucks handle final-mile delivery from rail terminals.

In Kansas, the most widely used shipping containers are 20 feet and 40 feet long. There’s also a popular 40-foot High Cube container, which is taller inside and provides extra space for larger items. If you need something different, there are smaller options like 10- and 16-foot containers, as well as larger ones like 45- and 53-foot containers, which may be available depending on specific requirements. All of these containers are 8 feet wide.

The weight of an empty shipping container varies based on its size. For example, a standard 20-foot container typically weighs between 4,500 and 5,000 pounds (approximately 2,050 to 2,300 kg). In contrast, a larger 40-foot container generally weighs around 8,200 to 8,800 pounds (or about 3,720 to 4,000 kg). Understanding the empty weight of these containers is crucial for calculating their total weight when loaded with goods. You can usually find this information on a sticker on the container doors.

Kansas utilizes several ISO standards, including ISO 18013-5 for mobile driver's licenses and ISO 19115 for geospatial data. The state also supports ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001 (Health and Safety) for businesses. Assistance is often provided by CIRAS at Kansas State University and private consultants.