US Army Cadet Command 5th Brigade Auto Shipping Services by A-1 Auto Transport
US Army Cadet Command 5th Brigade is located in San Antonio/ Fort Sam Houston, Texas.
The responsibility of the brigade is to develop and maintain Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) in high schools and also senior ROTC programs in colleges all over Texas. This mission cuts across over 36 different schools in many states.
If you have been posted to the brigade, you might be worried about moving to the location. We at A-1 Auto Transport ship vehicles to the base and we will tell you what you need to know about the whole process.
Shipping to a Base in the CONUS Area
The US Army Cadet Command 5th Brigade is on the Continental United States. The implication of this is that the military won’t be paying for the shipping of your POV. You will be expected to make your arrangements to get to your station.
While this is the rule, there are, of course, exceptions like retirement and other special cases. Discuss with your transportation officer to know if you qualify for an exception and government sponsorship.
Since you are here, you have begun searching for good third-party shipping companies that can move your vehicle(s). This is the right step to take.
Full List of Military Shipping Services We Offer
We can get any kind of vehicle to the US Army Cadet Command 5th Brigade, like:
- Motorcycles
- Mopeds
- Trucks
Military Car Shipping
It is common for officers to drive their vehicles to bases close by. However, you might not be close enough to the base to successfully beat the resumption deadline and even if you could, the drive will be very stressful.
Before you make up your mind to go cross-country with your car, get quotes from at least, three shipping companies. It might shock you how affordable car shipping services can be.
There might be rules surrounding vehicles at the US Army Cadet Command 5th Brigade. So, before you go far in your shipping arrangements, know the rules of the base and see if your vehicle is compliant.
Some documents will be submitted at various points of the shipping and they include:
- Permanent Change of Station
- Government-issued military identification
- Proof of ownership of the vehicle to be transported
- Permit to ship vehicle if it is a lease.
Preparing your car for Shipment
To get your car ready you should:
- Get a mechanic to examine the vehicle and fix any mechanical or electrical faults.
- Check the pressure in the tires and fix any leaks that are found. Be vigilant for slow leaks.
Military Motorcycle Shipping
Since the military won’t be sponsoring the transportation of any vehicle to the brigade, make alternative arrangements for the shipping of your bike. Also, get to know the rules surrounding motorcycles on the base.
A few bases don’t allow more than a single vehicle per family. Know if the 5th Brigade is one of them. Also, know the other rules like the acceptance of vehicles with nitrous propellants.
There will be documentation for the motorbike you are shipping. You will need your proof of ownership, military identifier, and a permit to ship the bike if it is a lease.
Preparing your motorcycle for Shipment
Part of shipping a motorcycle is preparing it for shipping. To do so:
- Get a mechanic to examine the bike and repair any faults found.
- Check the tire pressure and also be vigilant for leaks. Fix the leaks before shipping.
Contact Us
Now that you know what you need to do about shipping, get a quote from us by dialing 1-888-230-9116. Your vehicle will be in good hands.