Auction ended · final winning bid
$22,508after 16 bids
138% above the $9,473 median of 9 similar government sales (most went for $7,350 to $29,000).
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1997 Caterpillar 938F Front End Loader
This lot sold for $22,508 at government auction in Aurora, CO on July 22, 2026, after 16 bids.
Moderate damage flagged
Current bid:
$22,508
16 bids
Time Left
Ends Jul 22, 2026
Market demand: Equipment in Colorado sell about 87% of the time, typically ~13 bids. Based on 197 completed sales over the last year.
Similar equipment sold for
$7,350 – $29,000
Median $9,473 · based on 9 past government auctions in the last 12 months.
$22,508 is 138% above the median.
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Colorado Department of Transportation, CO
Condition: As-is
This seller's listings usually close 27% below the average comps for government lots.
Full Description
1997 Caterpillar 938F Front End Loader Unit, starts and runs (see video) Equipment has a hard start There is a small hydraulic leak from the block on the right hand side Comes with 9' bucket Hours: 9219 Some surface rust might be present Rust damage is present around cab Interior has damage, including the operator's seat All items are sold as is, where is No warranties or guarantees Buyer is responsible for all work in loading and removing the item from the premises. No assistance will be given Buyer must take all items posted in the auction they won. Failure to do so will result in being blocked from further CDOT auctions Please read the terms and conditions for all rules relating to the sale of this property
Pickup information
Colorado Department of Transportation, CO
96 Caterpillar loader lots sold at government auctions in the past year. Caterpillar loader government auction prices
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