Government Surplus Tools & Industrial Equipment
Government agencies auction professional-grade tools and industrial equipment — generators, welders, compressors, and power tools — built to commercial standards and sold as departments upgrade.
Find professional-grade tools and industrial equipment at government surplus auctions. From power tools and hand tools to generators, welders, and air compressors — government agencies auction equipment that was built to last.
429 active tools auctions right now.Last updated: 2026-05-20
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Compressor
$1,050Trussville, AL
34 bids
Kohler 40KW Towable Generator
$2,183Medina, WA
29 bids
Agilent 7500 Series ICP-MS w/ Edwards E1M18 single-stage rotary vacuum pump
$3,500Philadelphia, PA
28 bids
Box of Folding Knives
$160Sacramento, CA
28 bids
Hardware: "Tools" (MAY26-0968X)
$560Atlanta, GA
27 bids
Truck Lift
$330Mobile, AL
27 bids
Miller Mig Welder
$460Camden, TN
26 bids
25 lbs Knives & Multi-tools (FS)
$104Indianapolis, IN
23 bids
Miller Big 40G Welder
$2,525Oshawa, ON
23 bids
Survey Equipment
$575Georgetown, TX
23 bids
Ryobi Chop Saw
$77Camden, TN
22 bids
Air Compressor
$210Tuscaloosa, AL
22 bids
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of tools are sold at government surplus auctions?
- You can find professional-grade power tools, hand tools, generators, welders, air compressors, and industrial equipment. These are commercial-grade items originally purchased for government workshops and maintenance facilities.
- Are government surplus tools in working condition?
- Condition varies by listing. Many tools are in good working order; some are sold as-is. Always read the condition description carefully and inspect if possible.
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