How much does a surplus fire truck sell for at government auction?

Across 68 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median fire truck sold for $9,165, with most closing between $2,564 and $14,205. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus fire truck?

Government agencies sell surplus fire truck through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live fire truck 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.

Fire truck: what it sells for at government auction

Name: Fire truck median final sale prices — United States government auction
Creator: GovAuctions

The median fire truck lot sold for $9,165 across 68 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $2,564 and $14,205.

Median sale

$9,165

Typical range

$2,564–$14,205

Completed lots

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$13,000

2026-06

$10,113

2026-05

$2,633

Recent sold fire truck examples

2002 Fire Truck$5,000
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · TX
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Sold Jul 13, 2026 · AK
1997 Mack RD690P - Fire Truck$25,350
Sold Jul 12, 2026 · NH
2002 GMC C7H042 Pumper/Fire Truck -8.1L V8$26,300
Sold Jul 10, 2026 · BC
1990 Ford C8000 Pumper/Fire Truck - Caterpillar 3208 10.4L V8 DIESEL ENGINE$5,500
Sold Jul 10, 2026 · BC
1978 GM Fire Truck 5-ton 4x4$803
Sold Jul 9, 2026 · AR

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Fire truck sold prices by state

Oklahoma$11,050 (9)Florida$12,100 (6)

Other vehicles sold prices

Box truck $4,200 Trailer $1,693 Ford Explorer $1,275 Ford F-150 $3,576 Chevrolet Silverado $4,250 Ford F-350 $3,601 Ford F-250 $3,788 Dodge Charger $1,962 Chevrolet Tahoe $3,850 Freightliner $5,398

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus fire truck sell for at government auction?: Across 68 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median fire truck sold for $9,165, with most closing between $2,564 and $14,205. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus fire truck?: Government agencies sell surplus fire truck through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live fire truck 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.

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