Excavator: what it sells for at government auction

The median excavator lot sold for £6,955 across 34 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between £4,778 and £13,488.

Median sale
£6,955
Typical range
£4,778–£13,488
Completed lots
34

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus excavator sell for at government auction?
Across 34 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months, the median excavator sold for £6,955, with most closing between £4,778 and £13,488. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus excavator?
Government agencies sell surplus excavator through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live excavator 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.

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Methodology: median final winning bid on excavator lots that closed on official United Kingdom government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.