Auction ended · final winning bid
$21,700after 41 bids
40% below the $36,167 median of 22 similar government sales (most went for $28,077 to $43,710).
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Caterpillar 420D Backhoe
This lot sold for $21,700 at government auction in Childersburg, AL on May 21, 2026, after 41 bids.
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Current bid:
$21,700
41 bids
Time Left
Ends May 21, 2026
Market demand: Equipment in Alabama sell about 95% of the time, typically ~23 bids. Based on 255 completed sales over the last year.
Similar equipment sold for
$28,077 – $43,710
Median $36,167 · based on 22 past government auctions in the last 12 months.
$21,700 is 40% below the median.
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Childersburg Water, Sewer, and Gas Board, AL
Condition: As-is
Full Description
Caterpillar 420D Backhoe Exact model year is unknown but it is believed to be 2000 - 2006. Unit starts, runs, and operates. Caterpillar 4.4L diesel engine is operable. Needs tune-up. Water leak on head but it is repairable. Caterpillar diagnosed as a loose head. Maintained every 500 hours. Manual 4-speed transmission is operable. 4WD. Removed from service in 2026. Exterior is yellow with scratches. No cracked glass. Tires are old and flat due to slow leaks. Gray cloth seat with no damage. Power steering.
Pickup information
Childersburg Water, Sewer, and Gas Board, AL
48 Caterpillar backhoe lots sold at government auctions in the past year. Caterpillar backhoe government auction prices
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