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

Across 225 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median excavator bucket sold for $3,289, with most closing between $1,198 and $8,151. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus excavator bucket?

Government agencies sell surplus excavator bucket through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live excavator bucket 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 bucket: what it sells for at government auction

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

The median excavator bucket lot sold for $3,289 across 225 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,198 and $8,151.

Median sale

$3,289

Typical range

$1,198–$8,151

Completed lots

225

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$3,075

2026-06

$2,860

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Excavator bucket sold prices by state

Victoria$2,967 (118)Queensland$8,151 (59)Western Australia$1,502 (43)

Other equipment sold prices

Excavator $4,934 Skid steer $3,504 Caterpillar $142 Forklift $3,522 Tractor $2,275 Mini excavator $11,437 Kubota $7,443 Scissor lift $2,925 John Deere $6,890 Wheel loader $19,630

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus excavator bucket sell for at government auction?: Across 225 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median excavator bucket sold for $3,289, with most closing between $1,198 and $8,151. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus excavator bucket?: Government agencies sell surplus excavator bucket through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live excavator bucket 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 bucket 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.