How much does a surplus excavator sell for at government auction?

Across 777 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median excavator sold for $4,433, with most closing between $1,502 and $8,276. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus excavator?

Government agencies sell surplus excavator through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live excavator listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Excavator: what it sells for at government auction

Name: Excavator median final sale prices — Australia government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median excavator lot sold for $4,433 across 777 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,502 and $8,276.

Median sale

$4,433

Typical range

$1,502–$8,276

Completed lots

777

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

$3,468

2026-07

$3,289

2026-06

$3,507

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Excavator sold prices by state

Victoria$3,289 (362)Queensland$5,649 (219)Western Australia$3,432 (135)New South Wales$2,872 (52)Northern Territory$1,176 (6)

Other equipment sold prices

Skid steer $2,535 Excavator bucket $3,289 Forklift $3,256 Caterpillar $12 Tractor $2,990 Mini excavator $11,369 Kubota $16,770 Scissor lift $3,120 Wheel loader $22,620 Lawn mower $7,079

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus excavator sell for at government auction?: Across 777 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median excavator sold for $4,433, with most closing between $1,502 and $8,276. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus excavator?: Government agencies sell surplus excavator through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live excavator listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on excavator lots that closed on official Australia government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.