How much does a surplus hand tools sell for at government auction?

Across 17 completed Australia government auctions since June 2026, the median hand tools sold for $57, with most closing between $38 and $145. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus hand tools?

Government agencies sell surplus hand tools through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live hand tools 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.

Hand tools: what it sells for at government auction

According to GovAuctions.app sold-price data, the median hand tools lot sold for $57 across 17 completed Australia government auctions since June 2026, with most closing between $38 and $145. 1 region has enough completed sales for its own figure, and the month-by-month trend is below.

Median sale

$57

Typical range

$38–$145

Completed lots

Hand tools for sale at government auction

2 live hand tools auctions right now. Soonest ending first.

Tolsen Tools Hand Riveter Size 10.5"

New South Wales · Ends Sep 28, 2026

Ryobi Tool Bag Containing Large Assortment Of Hand Tools

Jandakot, Western Australia · Ends Sep 29, 2026

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Median sale price by month

2026-09

$168

2026-07

$38

Recent sold hand tools examples

Assorted Hand Tools$59
Sold Sep 9, 2026 · NEW SOUTH WALES
Spanners & Other Hand Tools$633
Sold Sep 2, 2026 · WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Pallet Comprising Assorted Hand Tools and Other Sundry Items$129
Sold Sep 1, 2026 · VICTORIA
Assorted Hand Tools And Storage Container$39
Sold Aug 25, 2026 · WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Ryobi Tool Bag Containing Large Assortment Of Hand Tools$69
Sold Aug 25, 2026 · WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Glazier Sample kit And Hand Tools$19
Sold Jul 21, 2026 · WESTERN AUSTRALIA

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Hand tools sold prices by state

Western Australia$57 (10)

Other tools sold prices

Generator $234 Portable building $2,600 KVA generator $7,937 Portable toilet $38 Pressure washer $709 Air compressor $130 Welder $143 Diesel generator $467 Power tools $117 Pallet jack $65

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus hand tools sell for at government auction?: Across 17 completed Australia government auctions since June 2026, the median hand tools sold for $57, with most closing between $38 and $145. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus hand tools?: Government agencies sell surplus hand tools through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live hand tools 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 hand tools 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.