How much does a surplus prime mover sell for at government auction?

Across 94 completed Australia government auctions since June 2026, the median prime mover sold for $19,500, with most closing between $8,938 and $28,275. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus prime mover?

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

Prime mover: what it sells for at government auction

According to GovAuctions.app sold-price data, the median prime mover lot sold for $19,500 across 94 completed Australia government auctions since June 2026, with most closing between $8,938 and $28,275. 5 regions have enough completed sales for their own figure, and the month-by-month trend is below.

Median sale

$19,500

Typical range

$8,938–$28,275

Completed lots

Prime mover for sale at government auction

27 live prime mover auctions right now. The 12 ending soonest are below.

2013 Iveco Power Star 450 6x4 Prime Mover$1,600
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2022 Mercedes Benz Actros 2663 6x4 Prime Mover$51,100
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2018 Mercedes Benz Actros 2646 6x4 Prime Mover **Tow Only**$1,500
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2012 Kenworth K200 Aerodyne 6x4 Prime Mover$9,500
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2011 Kenworth T409 6x4 Prime Mover$5,200
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2021 Scania R580 6x4 V8 Prime Mover$25,100
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2010 Mercedes Actros 1841 4x2 Prime Mover$1,100
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2010 Kenworth T402 6x4 Prime Mover$5,300
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2003 Volvo FM 420 6x4 Prime Mover$1,300
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2021 Mercedes Benz Actros 2663 6x4 Prime Mover *No Engine* **Tow Only**$1,000
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2019 Volvo FH16 540 6x4 Prime Mover **Tow Only**$4,600
Ends Sep 17, 2026
2015 Kenworth K200 Aerodyne 6x4 Prime Mover$15,900
Ends Sep 17, 2026

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Median sale price by month

2026-09

$18,850

2026-07

$13,592

2026-06

$5,850

Recent sold prime mover examples

2007 Mack Trident CX Vision 6x4 Prime Mover (Ex Corporate)$6,000
Sold Sep 15, 2026
2008 Iveco International 6x4 Prime Mover$9,100
Sold Sep 15, 2026
2010 DAF CF7585 6x4 Prime Mover$15,000
Sold Sep 15, 2026
2013 Mack Trident 6x4 Prime Mover$12,400
Sold Sep 15, 2026
2014 Mack Granite 6x4 Prime Mover (Ex Corporate)$14,500
Sold Sep 15, 2026
2023 Volvo FH16 600 6x4 Prime Mover (Finance Company)$193,000
Sold Sep 15, 2026

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Prime mover sold prices by state

Victoria$20,345 (23)New South Wales$9,594 (15)Queensland$16,770 (12)Western Australia$13,975 (11)Northern Territory$38,356 (7)

Other vehicles sold prices

Mercedes-Benz $7,085 BMW $2,600 Audi $2,281 Ford Ranger $4,160 Land Rover $7,410 Toyota Hilux $15,925 Toyota Landcruiser $14,924 Volkswagen Golf $2,730 Land Rover Discovery $7,410 Range Rover $9,880

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus prime mover sell for at government auction?: Across 94 completed Australia government auctions since June 2026, the median prime mover sold for $19,500, with most closing between $8,938 and $28,275. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus prime mover?: Government agencies sell surplus prime mover through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live prime mover 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 prime mover 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.