Heavy Equipment Auctions

Equipment auctions typically include machinery from several major categories. Construction equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and graders are among the most commonly sold items. Agricultural equipment including tractors, combines, and tillage implements regularly appears at auction. Transportation assets like semi-trucks, trailers, and utility vehicles are also frequently consigned. Industrial machinery, generators, and material handling equipment round out the typical auction inventory.

HighTrac offers multiple auction formats to accommodate different buyer preferences. Timed online auctions allow bidders to place bids over a set period, with the highest bid at closing winning the item. Live simulcast auctions combine an in-person event with real-time online bidding, enabling remote participants to compete alongside those attending in person. To participate, buyers must complete a registration process that includes identity verification and agreement to auction terms. Once approved, bidders can view lot details, photos, and condition information before placing bids.

Consigning equipment to auction provides sellers with access to a broad pool of qualified buyers. The process begins with contacting HighTrac to discuss the equipment and determine the appropriate auction placement. Sellers provide equipment details, and our team handles cataloging, photography, and marketing. Auction pricing is determined by competitive bidding, ensuring market-driven results. Sellers receive transparent reporting on bids and final sale prices, with proceeds disbursed according to agreed terms.

Auctions offer efficiency and price transparency that private sales often lack. Buyers benefit from competitive pricing and the ability to compare multiple pieces of equipment in one venue. The auction format creates urgency that can result in fair acquisition costs. Sellers gain exposure to a larger buyer pool than most private marketing efforts can achieve. The defined timeline of an auction also provides predictability for both parties, with clear deadlines for bidding, payment, and equipment removal.