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.
1962 active tools auctions across 9 official government sources, updated daily.Last updated: 2026-07-08
What they're worth: surplus tools typically sell for $33–$331 at government auction - median $100, based on 5,391 completed sales in the last year. Look up a specific item.
Market demand: tools sell about 76% of the time, typically ~9 bids, from 5,598 completed sales over the last year. See all categories.
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Milwaukee Cordless Grease Gun Model 2646-20 with 3ah Battery, Powers On (Battery Damaged)
Denver, CO · 29 bids
Power Tools & Equipment **PICK-UP ONLY**
Richmond, KY · 28 bids
Used Bush Hog RZ160 (A)
Tulsa, OK · 25 bids
Powermatic 31A combination sander
Walnut Cove, NC · 23 bids
2 POST AUTO LIFT
Hammond, LA · 22 bids
Milwaukee Tool Bag with Misc. Snap-On Hand Tools
Denver, CO · 22 bids
Sharp 1640L Manual Lathe (7905221)
Shelbyville, TN · 21 bids
Bulk Hand Tools 1982PCS
JEFFERSON CITY, MO · 5 bids
2 - Corded Power Tools From Milwaukee and DeWalt, Both Power On
Denver, CO · 19 bids
Lot of 3 Saws
Radford, VA · 19 bids
2 - Graco Magnum Electric Airless Paint Sprayers, Untested: 1 - X5 Model 262800 and 1 - X7 Model 262805
Denver, CO · 18 bids
Pallets of knee boots and hip boots
Greenville, NC · 18 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.