How much does a surplus wheel loader sell for at government auction?

Across 80 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median wheel loader sold for $18,500, with most closing between $6,650 and $30,200. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus wheel loader?

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

Wheel loader: what it sells for at government auction

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

The median wheel loader lot sold for $18,500 across 80 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between $6,650 and $30,200.

Median sale

$18,500

Typical range

$6,650–$30,200

Completed lots

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Median sale price by month

2026-07

$24,375

2026-06

$18,500

2026-05

$11,310

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Wheel loader sold prices by state

Florida$16,600 (12)Texas$11,700 (11)Pennsylvania$9,100 (7)Kentucky$38,000 (7)New York$11,175 (6)Illinois$59,575 (6)

Other equipment sold prices

John Deere $3,363 Tractor $6,308 Skid steer $650 Forklift $1,395 Excavator $1,950 Caterpillar $20,800 Backhoe $15,330 Kubota $2,578 Bobcat $5,326 Mini excavator $1,950

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus wheel loader sell for at government auction?: Across 80 completed United States government auctions in the last 12 months, the median wheel loader sold for $18,500, with most closing between $6,650 and $30,200. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus wheel loader?: Government agencies sell surplus wheel loader through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live wheel loader 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 wheel loader 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.