Generator: what it sells for at government auction
The median generator lot sold for $6,078 across 97 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $2,199 and $9,081.
Median sale
$6,078
Typical range
$2,199–$9,081
Completed lots
97
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Median sale price by month
2026-07
$7,937
2026-06
$5,649
Recent sold generator examples
- 6kW Silenced Diesel Engine Generator (Unused)$1,749Sold Jul 14, 2026 · VICTORIA
- 4.2kW Inverter Generator (Unused)$1,073Sold Jul 14, 2026 · VICTORIA
- 15kVA Single Phase Generator (Unused)$6,105Sold Jul 14, 2026 · VICTORIA
- 2018 Allgen, Generator MPLS20S$2,000Sold Jul 14, 2026 · QUEENSLAND
- 10kVA Generator with ATS (Unused)$4,345Sold Jul 13, 2026 · WESTERN AUSTRALIA
- 12.5kVA Generator with ATS(Unused)$4,675Sold Jul 13, 2026 · WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does a surplus generator sell for at government auction?
- Across 97 completed Australia government auctions in the last 12 months, the median generator sold for $6,078, with most closing between $2,199 and $9,081. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
- Where can I buy a surplus generator?
- Government agencies sell surplus generator through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live generator 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 generator lots that closed on official Australia government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.