How much does a surplus forklift sell for at government auction?

Across 320 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median forklift sold for $1,395, with most closing between $524 and $4,663. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus forklift?

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

Forklift: what it sells for at government auction

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

The median forklift lot sold for $1,395 across 320 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $524 and $4,663.

Median sale

$1,395

Typical range

$524–$4,663

Completed lots

320

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$1,339

2026-06

$1,333

2026-05

$1,041

Recent sold forklift examples

2011 JUNGHEINRICH FORKLIFT ELECT, 15534hrs | D628 WEST COAST DC$1,000
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · CA
2010 CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT, 8614hrs | D627 WEST COAST DC$1,000
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · CA
Daewoo Forklift$275
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · AL
CAT EP20KT Electric Forklift$2,600
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · OH
2019 CAT DP45N1 Diesel Forklift$14,999
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · OH
Linde H60D-02 Diesel Forklift$5,300
Sold Jul 14, 2026 · OH

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Forklift sold prices by state

California$1,300 (50)Florida$2,580 (35)Ohio$2,958 (21)Texas$1,850 (19)New York$800 (19)Georgia$1,339 (17)Alabama$559 (15)Virginia$705 (12)Oklahoma$4,246 (10)North Carolina$575 (9)Tennessee$1,463 (9)Louisiana$553 (8)Colorado$2,399 (8)South Carolina$424 (8)New Jersey$1,794 (7)Pennsylvania$950 (7)Washington$1,658 (7)Nevada$406 (6)Hawaii$143 (6)

Other equipment sold prices

John Deere $3,363 Tractor $6,308 Skid steer $650 Excavator $1,950 Caterpillar $20,800 Backhoe $15,330 Kubota $2,578 Bobcat $5,326 Mini excavator $1,950 Zero turn mower $1,738

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus forklift sell for at government auction?: Across 320 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median forklift sold for $1,395, with most closing between $524 and $4,663. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus forklift?: Government agencies sell surplus forklift through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live forklift 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 forklift 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.