FORT KNOX SAFE
MOVING COST
DFW 2026
Fort Knox owners already made the premium choice on the safe — now get the exact cost to move it. Every model priced from Maverick to Guardian. Spartan SP6031 from $775. Legend LG7260 from $1,100+. Select your model in the calculator for your all-in DFW price.
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The Honest Truth About Moving a Fort Knox Safe
Fort Knox owners already know they bought a premium safe. The Spartan's 10-gauge steel, the Defender's three-inch thick door, the Legend's 7-gauge body — this is why Fort Knox safes cost more than Liberty Colonials. It's also why they cost more to move. Weight doesn't lie.
A Liberty Colonial CO30 weighs 600 lbs. The comparable Fort Knox Spartan SP6031 weighs 805 lbs — 34% heavier. That difference determines crew size, equipment requirements, and how long the job takes. The math is honest: we price by weight because weight is what the crew actually lifts.
The good news: Fort Knox buyers are not price-sensitive on moving, and for good reason. Someone who spent $3,000–$8,000+ on a Fort Knox Legend is not going to risk it with a two-man furniture crew and a hand truck. Our equipment is rated to 5,000 lbs and our team has moved Fort Knox Legends in Preston Hollow estates, Highland Park safe rooms, and Uptown Dallas high-rises throughout DFW.
Use the calculator above to get your model's exact price in your DFW city. For Legend and Guardian series, a pre-move phone assessment is worth the five minutes — call (972) 528-0385. Then see our full weight chart for Fort Knox specs, or the DFW cost guide for all-brand pricing.
Why Fort Knox Weighs More Than Other Brands
Fort Knox Spartan: 10-gauge steel body. Liberty Colonial: 12-gauge. Each gauge step adds 20–30% to body weight. The Defender uses 7-gauge — more than double the thickness.
Fort Knox doors are 1–3 inches of solid steel plate. The Legend and Guardian doors alone can weigh 400–600 lbs. This is where most of the moving challenge lives.
Budget safes use concrete or drywall as filler material between thin steel sheets. Fort Knox uses solid steel throughout — heavier per cubic inch, but genuinely more secure.
Fort Knox is made in Orem, Utah to tolerances that add weight. Their quality control means no cutting corners on material thickness — which shows up on the scale.
Every Fort Knox Series — Moving Cost by Model
Base rates for a standard ground-level home-to-home move within 15 miles. Add your city's travel fee for your all-in estimate. All weights are empty safe — remove all firearms and ammunition before moving day.
| Model | Code | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions | Tier | Base Rate (DFW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maverick | MAV6026 | 18 guns | 570 lbs | 60″ × 26″ × 20″ | Tier 2 | $575–$700 2–3 movers · Hydraulic jacks |
| Maverick | MAV6031 | 24 guns | 620 lbs | 60″ × 31″ × 22″ | Tier 2 | $580–$700 2–3 movers · Hydraulic jacks |
| Model | Code | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions | Tier | Base Rate (DFW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spartan | SP6026 | 18 guns | 750 lbs | 60″ × 26″ × 20″ | Tier 2 | $600–$730 2–3 movers · Hydraulic jacks |
| Spartan ★ Most Common | SP6031 | 24 guns | 805 lbs | 60″ × 31″ × 22″ | Tier 3 | $775–$900 3-mover crew · Heavy hydraulics ★ Most common DFW Fort Knox |
| Spartan | SP7240 | 40 guns | 980 lbs | 72″ × 40″ × 25″ | Tier 3 | $780–$900 3-mover crew · 5,000-lb hydraulics |
| Model | Code | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions | Tier | Base Rate (DFW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protector | PB6026 | 18 guns | 785 lbs | 60″ × 26″ × 20″ | Tier 2 | $600–$730 2–3 movers |
| Protector | PB6031 | 24 guns | 908 lbs | 60″ × 31″ × 22″ | Tier 3 | $775–$900 3-mover crew · Heavy hydraulics |
| Protector | PB7240 | 40 guns | 1,000 lbs | 72″ × 40″ × 25″ | Tier 3 | $780–$900 3-mover crew |
| Model | Code | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions | Tier | Base Rate (DFW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defender | DF6031 | 40 guns | 895 lbs | 60.5″ × 31″ × 27″ | Tier 3 | $775–$900 3-mover crew · Heavy hydraulics |
| Defender | DF6637 | 55 guns | 1,125 lbs | 66.5″ × 37″ × 27″ | Tier 3 | $800–$925 3-mover crew · 5,000-lb hydraulics |
| Defender | DF7240 | 65 guns | 1,240 lbs | 72″ × 40″ × 27″ | Tier 4 | $975–$1,100 3–4 mover crew · Pre-move assessment recommended |
| Model | Code | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions | Tier | Base Rate (DFW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legend | LG6031 | 30 guns | 1,430 lbs | 60″ × 31″ × 26″ | Tier 4 | $1,000–$1,150 4-mover crew · 5,000-lb hydraulics |
| Legend | LG7240 | 53 guns | 1,495 lbs | 72″ × 40″ × 28″ | Tier 4 | $1,000–$1,150 4-mover crew · Freight delivery common |
| Legend | LG7248 | 65 guns | 1,645 lbs | 72″ × 48″ × 28″ | Tier 4 | $1,050–$1,200 4-mover crew · Pre-move assessment recommended |
| Legend | LG7260 | 80+ guns | 1,810 lbs | 72″ × 60″ × 28″ | Tier 5 | $1,100–$1,400+ 4-mover specialist crew · Call for exact quote ⚠ Call first — site assessment needed |
| Model | Code | Capacity | Weight | Dimensions | Tier | Base Rate (DFW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardian | GD7248 | 75+ guns | 2,100 lbs | 72″ × 48″ × 30″ | Tier 5 | $1,200–$1,800+ Custom quote · 4-mover specialist crew 📞 Call (972) 528-0385 first |
| Guardian | GD7260 | 90+ guns | 2,500 lbs | 72″ × 60″ × 30″ | Tier 5 | Custom quote only Site assessment required 📞 Call (972) 528-0385 first |
Four Things That Affect Your Fort Knox Moving Cost
The base rates above cover the core move. Here's exactly what adjusts your final price — and by how much.
📍 Your DFW City — Travel Fee
Our primary hub is in Garland at 2913 Big Oaks Drive. Cities closest to Garland — Richardson, Rowlett — have the lowest travel fee ($75–$85). Outer cities — Denton, Waxahachie, Fort Worth — run $130–$145. The travel fee is a flat addition to your base rate. Fort Knox Legend and Guardian moves always benefit from a pre-move call regardless of city — the travel fee is the smallest variable on those safes.
🚚 Freight Delivery Coordination
Fort Knox safes are not sold at Academy Sports. They're ordered online or through Fort Knox dealers and ship via freight carrier to your address. Freight delivery is curbside only — the carrier drops it at your driveway and leaves. We pick up from your freight delivery location, coordinate the transition from carrier to our truck if same-day, and deliver to your ground-floor room. The freight coordination add-on is $75. Use our full cost guide for details.
🔩 Bolting & Unbolting
Fort Knox safes ship with anchor bolt holes pre-drilled. Bolting to concrete adds $100–$200 depending on model and requires expansion bolts rated for your safe's weight. For Spartan and Defender series — absolutely bolt these down. A Spartan SP6031 at 805 lbs is heavy enough to feel immovable, but a determined thief with a truck and straps will prove otherwise. Guardian and Legend series are realistically unboltable for most thieves due to weight alone, but we still recommend it.
🚪 Door Clearance & Access
The Legend LG7248 and LG7260 are 48–60 inches wide — wider than most interior doorways in DFW. Any Legend or Guardian move requires a doorway clearance check before scheduling. Homes with 36-inch or wider doorways are typically fine with door removal (+$75). Older DFW homes with 30–32 inch original doors may require additional planning for Legend-series moves. Always call before booking a Legend or Guardian — give us your model number and your doorway measurements.
Fort Knox Moving Cost by DFW City
All-in estimates for the two most common Fort Knox moves — the Spartan SP6031 (805 lbs) and the Defender DF6637 (1,125 lbs) — for every major DFW city. Click any city name for our local page.
| City | Travel Fee | Spartan SP6031 805 lbs · All-In | Defender DF6637 1,125 lbs · All-In | Legend LG7240 1,495 lbs · All-In |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garland ⭐ Hub | +$75 | $850–$975 | $875–$1,000 | $1,075–$1,225 |
| Richardson | +$85 | $860–$985 | $885–$1,010 | $1,085–$1,235 |
| Rowlett | +$85 | $860–$985 | $885–$1,010 | $1,085–$1,235 |
| Plano | +$95 | $870–$995 | $895–$1,020 | $1,095–$1,245 |
| Dallas | +$95 | $870–$995 | $895–$1,020 | $1,095–$1,245 |
| Sachse | +$100 | $875–$1,000 | $900–$1,025 | $1,100–$1,250 |
| Wylie | +$100 | $875–$1,000 | $900–$1,025 | $1,100–$1,250 |
| Rockwall | +$100 | $875–$1,000 | $900–$1,025 | $1,100–$1,250 |
| Murphy | +$100 | $875–$1,000 | $900–$1,025 | $1,100–$1,250 |
| Frisco | +$110 | $885–$1,010 | $910–$1,035 | $1,110–$1,260 |
| McKinney | +$110 | $885–$1,010 | $910–$1,035 | $1,110–$1,260 |
| Irving | +$115 | $890–$1,015 | $915–$1,040 | $1,115–$1,265 |
| Grand Prairie | +$115 | $890–$1,015 | $915–$1,040 | $1,115–$1,265 |
| Arlington | +$120 | $895–$1,020 | $920–$1,045 | $1,120–$1,270 |
| Grapevine | +$125 | $900–$1,025 | $925–$1,050 | $1,125–$1,275 |
| Colleyville | +$125 | $900–$1,025 | $925–$1,050 | $1,125–$1,275 |
| North Richland Hills | +$120 | $895–$1,020 | $920–$1,045 | $1,120–$1,270 |
| Lewisville | +$130 | $905–$1,030 | $930–$1,055 | $1,130–$1,280 |
| Flower Mound | +$130 | $905–$1,030 | $930–$1,055 | $1,130–$1,280 |
| Denton | +$135 | $910–$1,035 | $935–$1,060 | $1,135–$1,285 |
| Prosper | +$120 | $895–$1,020 | $920–$1,045 | $1,120–$1,270 |
| Celina | +$120 | $895–$1,020 | $920–$1,045 | $1,120–$1,270 |
| Carrollton | +$95 | $870–$995 | $895–$1,020 | $1,095–$1,245 |
| Coppell | +$115 | $890–$1,015 | $915–$1,040 | $1,115–$1,265 |
| Forney | +$110 | $885–$1,010 | $910–$1,035 | $1,110–$1,260 |
| Waxahachie | +$145 | $920–$1,045 | $945–$1,070 | $1,145–$1,295 |
| Midlothian | +$140 | $915–$1,040 | $940–$1,065 | $1,140–$1,290 |
| Royse City | +$120 | $895–$1,020 | $920–$1,045 | $1,120–$1,270 |
| Highland Village | +$130 | $905–$1,030 | $930–$1,055 | $1,130–$1,280 |
| The Colony | +$115 | $890–$1,015 | $915–$1,040 | $1,115–$1,265 |
All-in totals = base rate + travel fee. Freight coordination ($75), bolting ($100–$200), and same-day ($75–$125) are additional. Legend LG7260 and all Guardian models: call for custom quote. What we quote is what you pay — (972) 528-0385.
Fort Knox vs Liberty — Moving Cost Comparison
The most common question we get: does Fort Knox cost more to move than Liberty? The honest answer — yes, because Fort Knox is heavier. Here's the direct comparison on comparable models.
🏰 Fort Knox Spartan SP6031
🔒 Liberty Colonial CO30
See the full brand-by-brand comparison in our Liberty Safe moving cost guide →
Fort Knox Add-Ons — What They Cost
Every add-on is disclosed in your written quote before work begins. Nothing is added at the door.
Fort Knox Legend or Guardian? Call us before you schedule. Five minutes on the phone saves hours on moving day — we'll confirm doorway clearance, crew size, equipment, and give you a written quote that covers everything.
📞 (972) 528-0385 — Written QuoteFort Knox Ships Freight — Here's How It Works
Liberty Colonial safes sit on the floor at Academy Sports. Fort Knox safes don't. Every Fort Knox safe — from the Maverick to the Guardian — is ordered online or through an authorized dealer and ships via freight carrier to your address. This is actually good news for security-minded buyers: Fort Knox's distribution model means their safes are harder to find in person, which reduces opportunistic theft during transit.
The freight delivery process goes like this: the carrier (typically Old Dominion, XPO, or ABF) schedules a delivery window with you. They deliver to the end of your driveway or the nearest accessible point — not your garage, not your front door, and certainly not your bedroom closet. You sign for it. The driver leaves.
That's where we come in. Call us when you order your Fort Knox safe — not after it arrives. We schedule around your freight delivery window, meet the carrier if same-day service is needed, and handle the placement. The freight coordination add-on is $75. Add that to your Fort Knox model's base rate and your city's travel fee for your complete all-in cost.
Need help tracking your Fort Knox freight delivery? Call us at (972) 528-0385 — we work with all major LTL freight carriers serving DFW and can advise on your delivery timeline and how to prepare your delivery location.
How to Coordinate Your Fort Knox Move
Purchase online or through a Fort Knox dealer. Get your order confirmation and estimated freight delivery window.
Call (972) 528-0385 with your model, your delivery address, and your freight window. We schedule around the carrier's timeline.
The LTL carrier drops your Fort Knox at the end of your driveway or parking lot. You sign. They leave.
Our crew arrives, loads your Fort Knox onto our hydraulic equipment, and delivers to your ground-floor room. Written quote. No surprises.
We level your Fort Knox for proper door operation and bolt to concrete if requested (+$100–$200). Final walkthrough and sign-off.
Fort Knox Moving — Questions Answered
The most common questions we get about Fort Knox safe moving costs in DFW.
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