Forklift: what it sells for at government auction
The median forklift lot sold for $1,417 across 48 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $38 and $2,733.
Median sale
$1,417
Typical range
$38–$2,733
Completed lots
48
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Recent sold forklift examples
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does a surplus forklift sell for at government auction?
- Across 48 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median forklift sold for $1,417, with most closing between $38 and $2,733. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
- Where can I buy a surplus forklift?
- Government agencies sell surplus forklift through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live forklift 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.
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Methodology: median final winning bid on forklift 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.