Part of RB Global, Inc. (renamed from Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers in May 2023)Shipping from Ritchie Bros. Houston, Texas
RB Houston is 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck, from the Port of Houston, the closest port for containers and flat racks, which also has regular RoRo calls. We collect as soon as Ritchie Bros. issues the release, do any partial disassembly needed to fit a container, and ship by container, flat rack or, where a lane serves your country, RoRo. Most lots here are oil & gas equipment, construction equipment, and cranes, and buyers here most often ship to Nigeria, Ghana, and Saudi Arabia.
RB Houston at a glance
The Ritchie Bros. Houston yard is at 15500 Eastex Freeway in Humble, with its truck entrance on Bender Road. The Port of Houston container, RoRo and breakbulk terminals are about 40 road miles away, and Galveston is about 70.
- Site type
- Permanent auction yard
- Auction company
- Ritchie Bros. AuctioneersRB Global, Inc. (renamed from Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers in May 2023)
- Closest port for container, flat rack and RoRo
- Port of Houston: 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck
- Removal deadline
- Set per auction (for example, 7 days after the payment date). Lots not in a Ritchie Bros. yard must be removed within 8 business days of the release notice.
- Equipment sold here
- Oil & Gas EquipmentConstruction EquipmentCranesEarthmoving EquipmentTrucks & Trailers
Best export ports from RB Houston
Ranked by road distance from the yard gate. We list the closest container port, the closest main gateways with the most direct sailings, Savannah when it is within reach, any rail ramp that is much closer than the coast, and the closest RoRo ports, plus Brunswick, the busiest U.S. RoRo gateway, when it is within reach.
| Port | Road miles | Truck hours | Methods | Why this port |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port of HoustonHouston, TX | 42 | 1 | Container, Flat rack, RoRo | Closest container portMain gateway, most direct sailingsClosest RoRo calls |
| Port of GalvestonGalveston, TX | 71 | 1.5 | RoRo | Closest RoRo calls |
Road miles from OSRM (OpenStreetMap), calculated October 2026. Truck hours assume a 50 mph average for a loaded lowboy, including stops.
Methods from this location
Loaded at the Bender Road gate and drayed about 40 miles to Houston terminals
Flat racks loaded at the Port of Houston, about 40 miles from Humble
Roll-on/roll-off via Port of Houston or Galveston
Heavy-lift and project cargo through Houston terminals
Short drayage to Gulf ports or any US destination
Container is usually the cheapest option, and we do the partial disassembly needed to make the machine fit. How we containerize heavy equipment
What sells at RB Houston and how it ships
The cheapest way to ship a typical unit of each machine type sold here, whole and without disassembly, and the port it leaves from.
| Machine type | Typical unit | Cheapest whole-unit method | Export port |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workover Rigs | Crown 550 hp truck-mounted workover rig | RoRo | Port of Houston: 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck |
| Mud Pumps | NOV 12-P-160 triplex on skid (1,600 hp) | Flat rack | Port of Houston: 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck |
| Excavators | Caterpillar 320 (20 t class) | Flat rack | Port of Houston: 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck |
| Wheel Loaders | Caterpillar 950 (19 t class) | Flat rack | Port of Houston: 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck |
| Bulldozers | Caterpillar D6 (20 t class, SU blade fitted) | Flat rack | Port of Houston: 42 road miles, about 1 hours by truck |
| Crawler Cranes | Manitowoc 999 basic crane, crawlers off | Breakbulk | Port chosen after a route survey |
Smaller units often fit a container, and partial disassembly can move a machine down a rung. Your quote uses the lot's actual dimensions.
After you win at Ritchie Bros.
- 1Pay the invoice in full within the payment window (usually 7 days). Wire transfers clear fastest; other funds hold the release until they clear.
- 2Download the invoice and wait for the release. The yard office issues the release ticket our driver needs at the gate.
- 3Send us the invoice, the lot numbers and the yard. We book the pickup appointment with the yard.
- 4We collect the machine, load it with our own carrier and take it to the port, or first to our facility if it needs partial disassembly to fit a container.
- 5We file the export declaration (EEI) in the Automated Export System. It is required when any Schedule B line is worth more than $2,500 or needs an export license, and its ITN confirmation goes to the carrier at least 24 hours before the vessel loads.
- 6For titled machines and vehicles, the original title and the EEI go to U.S. Customs at the port at least 72 hours before export. Without them the unit cannot sail.
- 7We send you the bill of lading and the documents your customs broker needs to clear the machine at destination.
Ritchie Bros. key pickup terms
- Payment
- Due within 7 days of the auction; items cannot be collected until paid in full, and non-certified funds are held until they clear. Source
- Removal deadline
- Set per auction (for example, 7 days after the payment date). Lots not in a Ritchie Bros. yard must be removed within 8 business days of the release notice. Source
- Release
- The yard office issues a release ticket once payment is received; the driver must show it before loading. Source
Checked October 2026. Terms vary by sale, so confirm them on your invoice.
All Ritchie Bros. terms, fees, common mistakes and FAQsHow we work with RB Houston
- Trucks use the Bender Road entrance, north of the main entrance; the yard is about 40 road miles from the Port of Houston container and RoRo terminals.
- Fall protection is required at this yard when loading or unloading aerial equipment, so our drivers bring harnesses for lifts.
At every yard we book the pickup, load with our own insured carriers, block and brace the machine, file the export declaration, and take it apart for a container when that is cheaper than shipping it whole.
Why Ship With Us
- Port of Houston about 40 road miles from the gate
- Galveston and Freeport as RoRo alternatives
- Breakbulk and heavy-lift options for lots too big for a flat rack
Our Services at This Location
- Pickup through the Bender Road truck entrance, Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm
- Short drayage to the Port of Houston for containers, flat racks, RoRo and breakbulk
- Heavy-lift and out-of-gauge lots booked through Houston breakbulk terminals
Common destinations from RB Houston
Container and flat rack services reach all of these. RoRo depends on the lane from the East and Gulf Coast, so it is shown separately.
| Destination | Ocean transit | RoRo from this coast |
|---|---|---|
 Nigeria | 21-30 days | Regular sailings |
 Ghana | 20-28 days | Regular sailings |
 Saudi Arabia | 18-25 days | Regular sailings |
 United Arab Emirates | 20-28 days | Regular sailings |
 Guatemala | 10-16 days | Regular sailings |
 Colombia | 12-18 days | Regular sailings |
 Chile | 16-32 days | Regular sailings |
 Australia | 28-35 days | Regular sailings |
Transit times are typical port-to-port ranges. Every quote confirms the current schedule.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sending the truck to the Eastex Freeway main entrance instead of Bender Road.
- Booking a 4 pm arrival; the yard closes at 4 pm and loading is in daylight only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which port do you use from RB Houston?
The Port of Houston, about 40 road miles away, for containers, flat racks, RoRo and breakbulk. Galveston, about 70 miles, and Freeport are alternatives for specific RoRo vessels.
Where do trucks enter at RB Houston?
On Bender Road, north of the main entrance on the Eastex Freeway. The yard is open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm.
Can you handle very heavy or oversized lots from RB Houston?
Yes. Lots too wide or heavy for a flat rack go as breakbulk through Houston terminals, with a permitted heavy-haul truck for the 40-mile leg.
Machines bought at RB Houston that we load in containers
Buyers at RB Houston ship these kinds of machines with us. Each card shows the boxes from our loading records; open a brand for every model.
Motor grader
CAT 12
1 × 40 ft high cube
Caterpillar loading plansExcavator
CAT 206B
1 × 45 ft high cube
Caterpillar loading plansWheel loader
Komatsu 180-1
1 × 20 ft container
Komatsu loading plansWheel loader
Komatsu 180-3
1 × 40 ft high cube
Komatsu loading plansExcavator
Hitachi EX 150
1 × 40 ft high cube
Hitachi Construction Machinery loading plansExcavator
Hitachi EX 370-5
1 × 40 ft open top, 1 ft / 0.3 m over the side walls + 1 × 40 ft high cube
Hitachi Construction Machinery loading plansWheel loader
Volvo 220D
2 × 40 ft high cube
Volvo Construction Equipment loading plansExcavator
Volvo EC 480EL
1 × 40 ft open top, 1 ft / 0.3 m over the side walls + 2 × 40 ft high cube
Volvo Construction Equipment loading plansWheel loader
Kawasaki 95Z VII
2 × 40 ft high cube + 1 × 20 ft container
Kawasaki loading plans
Brands in what RB Houston sells
Brands we have loaded in the categories RB Houston lists, most loading records first, then other makers of the same machines.
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