How much does a surplus skid steer sell for at government auction?

Across 450 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median skid steer sold for $2,535, with most closing between $1,335 and $3,900. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus skid steer?

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

Skid steer: what it sells for at government auction

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

The median skid steer lot sold for $2,535 across 450 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $1,335 and $3,900.

Median sale

$2,535

Typical range

$1,335–$3,900

Completed lots

450

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

$2,535

2026-07

$3,250

2026-06

$839

Recent sold skid steer examples

2025 Rock Grapple to Suit Skid Steer (Unused)$1,850
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2024 Skid Steer Bucket (Unused)$1,450
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2024 Levelling Blade - Suit Skid Steer (Unused)$1,950
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2025 Auger Attachment Set - To Suit Skid Steer (Unused)$2,850
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2024 Trencher Attachment for Skid Steer Loader (Unused)$2,950
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Skid steer sold prices by state

New South Wales$1,885 (160)Western Australia$3,361 (102)Victoria$2,074 (89)South Australia$400 (47)Queensland$3,504 (31)Northern Territory$467 (21)

Other equipment sold prices

Excavator $4,433 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 skid steer sell for at government auction?: Across 450 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median skid steer sold for $2,535, with most closing between $1,335 and $3,900. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus skid steer?: Government agencies sell surplus skid steer through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live skid steer 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 skid steer 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.