Heavy Equipment Insights
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2021 Kenworth T680: Highway-Proven PACCAR Power at $39,900
This 2021 Kenworth T680 Next Generation sleeper semi, listed at $39,900, pairs PACCAR's proven MX-13 455 HP engine with a 70-inch high-roof cab and 12-speed automatic transmission. With 509,558 highway miles, no exterior damage, and a 7.0/10 Good condition rating, it offers owner-operators and regional fleets immediate revenue capability without new-truck capital commitment.
2006 Hitachi ZX240 LC-3: Pre-Emissions Excavator at Auction-Adjusted Pricing
This 2006 Hitachi ZX240 LC-3 crawler excavator offers 7,147 hours, a pre-emissions Tier 3 Isuzu diesel with no DEF or DPF, and verified full hydraulic pressure — all at a $34,900 auction-market price point for buyers prioritizing function over cosmetics.
2007 Kenworth T800: Heavy-Haul Dump Truck with Fresh Powertrain Updates
This 2007 Kenworth T800 five-axle dump truck lists at $99,000 with a 500HP Cat C13, fresh 2026 powertrain components including a converted Eaton 13-speed manual transmission, and 99,060-lb GVWR for maximum heavy-haul payload capacity.
Komatsu PC88MR-10: A Proven Midi Excavator Ready for Your Fleet
This 2017 Komatsu PC88MR-10 midi excavator with 10,400 hours offers reduced tail swing maneuverability, rubber track pads, and work-ready attachments including a quick coupler and push blade — all for $54,000.
1988 Caterpillar 235B Excavator: Proven Mass Excavation Power at $19,500
This 1988 Caterpillar 235B hydraulic excavator offers 90,000-lb class mass excavation capability at $19,500. With enclosed cab, 1-way auxiliary hydraulics, and 8,194 hours, it delivers proven production power for earthmoving contractors seeking value over vintage.
2021 Terex Advance FD4000: 9,573-Hour Front Discharge Mixer Ready for Fleet Duty
This 2021 Terex Advance FD4000 front discharge mixer truck lists at $195,000 with 9,573 hours, Cummins X12 power, and Allison automatic transmission—ready for immediate fleet deployment.
Heavy Equipment Prices Surge 174%: Grove Leads 30-Day Market Rally
Grove guarantee values surged 174.4% to $86,390 while New Holland collapsed 38.1% to $19,817 in a month of extreme market divergence across heavy equipment categories.
John Deere 2755 Utility Tractor: Ready-to-Work Package with Loader, Bucket, and Pallet Forks
This 1991 John Deere 2755 utility tractor delivers 88 PTO horsepower with a complete attachment package — loader, bucket, pallet forks, and installed wheel weights — for $19,900. Recent oil and hydraulic fluid changes plus a 7.0/10 condition score make this a ready-to-work value play for contractors, property managers, and small ag operations.
TEXOMA 900 Foundation Drill: Low-Mile Carrier, Proven Kelly Bar Conversion
1990 TEXOMA 900 foundation drill with 3-bar Kelly conversion, Cummins-powered Custom Carriers quad-axle chassis showing just 12,933 miles, listed at $189,000.
Weekly Inventory Digest: 25 New Listings Including $432K Articulated Dump Truck and Low-Hour Takeuchi Mini Excavator
Proxy Equipment added 25 new active listings this week, led by 4 crawler excavators and 4 forklifts. Standout additions include a 2024 BELL B45E articulated dump truck at $431,800 and a 2026 TAKEUCHI TB290 mini excavator with just 48 hours at $114,900.
Komatsu and Volvo Guarantee Values Surge as Case and John Deere Retreat
Komatsu guarantee values surged 15.2% to $44,685 and Volvo jumped 20.5% to $34,957 this week, while Case plunged 18.9% and John Deere fell 14.8%, creating sharp buying opportunities across 2,205 active units.
2010 Caterpillar 12M Motor Grader: Pre-DEF Tier 3 Value at $72,900
This 2010 Caterpillar 12M motor grader offers pre-DEF Tier 3 simplicity, verified mechanical integrity, and dual joystick controls at $72,900 — a capital-efficient solution for road maintenance and site prep contractors.
1971 Deere 570 Motor Grader: Low-Hour Classic Ready for Work
The 1971 Deere 570 motor grader offers 1,578 hours, an enclosed EROPS cab, and 12-foot moldboard capability for $14,990 — a value-priced option for municipalities, agricultural operators, and emerging contractors seeking reliable grading equipment without modern emissions complexity.
JLG 1350SJP Telescopic Boom Lift: Factory-Reconditioned Ultra-High Reach at 1,986 Hours
A 2011 JLG 1350SJP telescopic boom lift with 135-foot platform height, factory reconditioned by JLG in 2021, and just 1,986 hours — listed at $68,500. This ultra-high-reach unit offers verified low utilization and Tier 4 compliance for demanding industrial and construction applications.
2017 Genie GTH-1056 Telehandler: 3,760-Hour Workhorse with Strong Lift Capacity
This 2017 Genie GTH-1056 telehandler offers 10,000-lb lift capacity, 56.7-ft reach, and just 3,760 hours at $42,500—a value-priced option for contractors needing proven material handling capability.
2016 SkyTrak 6042 Telehandler: Proven Lift Capacity at $38,900
This 2016 SkyTrak 6042 telehandler lists at $38,900 with 2,539 hours, delivering 6,000-lb lift capacity and 42-foot reach via a Cummins Tier 4 Final engine. Condition Tier 3 scoring makes it a practical option for buyers prioritizing function over cosmetics.
CAT 308 CR Mini Excavator: High-Spec Machine at Auction Market Pricing
This 2022 CATERPILLAR 308 CR mini excavator with 1,731 hours is listed at $74,900 with disclosed undercarriage and stick repair needs — a strategic buy for maintenance-capable contractors seeking high specs at auction-market pricing.
Weekly Inventory Digest: Kenworth Glider Leads 8 New Listings Across 7 Categories
Proxy Equipment added 8 new active listings this week across 7 categories, led by a 2019 Kenworth W900 Glider at $214,900 and a low-hour 2019 Caterpillar 299D2 Hi-Flow CTL at 1,775 hours.
Caterpillar and Komatsu Guarantee Values Climb as Kenworth and Volvo Slide: Weekly Heavy Equipment Market Report
Active inventory holds at 2,189 items as Caterpillar and Komatsu guarantee values climb 6.1% and 7.5% respectively, while Volvo and Kenworth guarantees retreat sharply from prior-week highs.
2019 Kenworth W900 Glider: CAT 3406 Power in an Iconic Platform
This 2019 Kenworth W900 Glider pairs a factory-fresh chassis and cab with a proven 550 HP CAT 3406 mechanical engine and 18-speed manual transmission. Listed at $214,900 with a 7.5/10 condition score, it offers emissions-free simplicity for owner-operators and specialized carriers who prioritize uptime over technology.
2019 Caterpillar 299D2 Hi-Flow: Low-Hour CTL with High Flow Hydraulics
This 2019 Caterpillar 299D2 Hi-Flow compact track loader offers 1,775 hours, High Flow XPS hydraulics, and an enclosed cab with working A/C for $41,900 — a value-forward option for contractors needing multi-tool capability without new-machine depreciation.
2019 Caterpillar 326F L: Factory 60-Foot Super Long Reach Excavator with 1,140 Actual Work Hours
2019 Caterpillar 326F L with factory 60-foot Super Long Reach front, 1,140 actual working hours, and 85% undercarriage remaining — listed at $128,800.
2011 Caterpillar 160M2 Motor Grader: Road-Ready Workhorse at $119K
This 2011 Caterpillar 160M2 motor grader at $119,000 offers 9,771 hours, recent service with new injectors, and cross-slope grade control for buyers seeking proven production without new-machine depreciation.
New Holland TS110 Tractor: Rebuilt Transmission, Side Boom Cutter at $25,900
1999 New Holland TS110 tractor with 4,283 hours, rebuilt transmission, and side boom batwing mower. Listed at $25,900 with verified recent service including new starter, brake boots, and working A/C. Fair condition with transparent disclosure of mower swing arm play.
2015 Skyjack SJ40T: A Low-Hour Telescopic Boom Lift with Proven Fleet Pedigree
This 2015 Skyjack SJ40T telescopic boom lift offers 3,599 verified hours, former United Rentals fleet maintenance history, and dry hydraulic seals—all at a $19,900 listing price that undercuts new-equipment replacement costs by 75%.
Weekly Inventory Digest: 20 New Listings Including Vermeer Drill and Volvo Wheel Loader
Proxy Equipment added 20 new active listings this week, led by 5 dump trucks and 4 wheel loaders. Standout additions include a 2020 Vermeer Navigator D40X55 Series III directional drill at $341,136 and a 2019 Caterpillar 300.9D mini excavator with just 795 hours for $17,900.
Kenworth Surges 31% as Truck Guarantees Rebound; Volvo and Peterbilt Pull Back Sharply
Kenworth guarantees surged 31.0% to $57,923 while Volvo and Peterbilt guarantees fell over 19% each. Total active inventory reached 2,190 units with mixed signals across trucking and earth-moving categories.
2018 Caterpillar 336FL: Fleet-Maintained Power for Under $110K
This 2018 Caterpillar 336FL crawler excavator lists at $109,900 with 9,177 hours, fleet maintenance records, and verified specifications including 303 hp, 25-foot dig depth, and 2-way auxiliary hydraulics.
2021 Volvo L120H Wheel Loader: Low-Hour Production Machine at $179,000
This 2021 Volvo L120H wheel loader with 3,581 hours offers 272 hp, third function hydraulics, and ride control for $179,000—positioning it as a value play for contractors needing proven production capability without new-machine depreciation.
2020 Vermeer D40X55 Series III HDD: 1,663-Hour Directional Drill with Automatic Rod Loader
2020 Vermeer Navigator D40X55 Series III horizontal directional drill with 1,663 hours, automatic rod loader, enclosed cab, and original Firestick rods. Listed at $295,000 for contractors seeking immediate HDD production capability.
FAB TEC 620-3 Portable Wash Plant: Proven Production at $99,500
This 1999 FAB TEC 620-3 portable wash plant delivers verified production capability with Eagle Iron Works twin sand screws and electric power for $99,500—ideal for aggregate producers prioritizing operational readiness over new-equipment premiums.
2022 Volvo VNL Sleeper: Road-Tested Highway Power at $64,900
This 2022 Volvo VNL sleeper semi truck, listed at $64,900 with 20,041 hours and 528,479 miles, delivers Volvo D13 power, a 12-speed automatic transmission, and 76-inch sleeper comfort for fleet operators prioritizing capital efficiency over new-equipment depreciation.
Massey Ferguson 1839: A Low-Bale Small Square Baler Ready for Seasonal Work
2010 Massey Ferguson 1839 small square baler with under 5,000 bales hauled, listed at $17,500. PTO-driven, 70-inch pickup, 14x18 bale capacity—proven reliability for hay producers seeking value without new-equipment overhead.
Komatsu D65E-6: A 1978 Workhorse with 5,952 Hours for $17,900
This 1978 Komatsu D65E-6 bulldozer with 5,952 hours lists at $17,900 — a budget-friendly entry point into dozer ownership with full seller disclosure on engine condition.
2016 Peterbilt 367 Tri-Axle Dump: Workhorse Specs at a $99K Price Point
This 2016 Peterbilt 367 tri-axle dump pairs a Cummins ISX15 500 hp engine with an Eaton 8LL manual transmission on a robust 80,000 lb GVWR chassis. Listed at $99,000 with recent new tires, suspension, steering, and crankshaft bearings, it offers fleet-grade capability with refreshed reliability.
2018 Freightliner M2 106 Attenuator: Under-CDL Work Zone Protection at $101,000
This 2018 Freightliner M2 106 Attenuator with Scorpion TMA, listed at $101,000, offers 3,308 hours of low-utilization Cummins power in an under-CDL Class 6 configuration ideal for DOT contractors and traffic control fleets.
2003 Oshkosh S Series Mixer Truck: Front-Discharge Workhorse at $24,500
This 2003 Oshkosh S Series front-discharge mixer truck, listed at $24,500 with a Mack E7 engine and 11-yard drum, offers ready-mix producers a cost-effective fleet addition for high-volume concrete operations.
Weekly Inventory Digest: Screeners Lead Price Gains, McCloskey Units Command Premium
29 new equipment listings arrived this week, led by premium McCloskey screeners averaging $194,300 and value-packed mixer trucks at $50,975. The standout find: a 1998 Deere 7775 skid steer with just 828 hours at $14,903.
Heavy Equipment Market Report: Komatsu and Mack Gain Momentum as Kenworth and John Deere Retreat
Active inventory holds at 2,237 items with sharp OEM divergence: Komatsu and Mack gain 5.6% and 12.2% respectively, while Kenworth and John Deere retreat 22.4% and 23.0%. Buyers find value in compressed guarantees; sellers see strength in Caterpillar, Bobcat, and vocational trucking segments.
2016 Terex Advance FDB6000: Front-Discharge Mixer Built for High-Volume Concrete Operations
The 2016 Terex Advance FDB6000 front-discharge mixer truck offers 11-yard capacity, Cummins ISX12 power, and 6-axle weight compliance at $105,000 — a work-ready solution for concrete fleets seeking productivity without new-truck capital outlay.
2011 Caterpillar 304D CR: A Low-Hour Mini Excavator Ready for the Jobsite
This 2011 Caterpillar 304D CR mini excavator at $29,950 offers 2,290 hours, new tracks from 300 hours ago, and a complete hydraulic attachment package including tilt bucket and thumb.
Grove Guarantee Prices Surge 134% in 30 Days as Heavy Equipment Market Shifts Dramatically
Grove guarantee prices surged 134.2% to $30,683 while Vermeer collapsed 43.3% to $38,563. Caterpillar gained 22% on record 1,742 valuation volume. Here's what buyers and sellers should do now.
Bowie Imperial 3000 Hydro Mulcher: Low-Hour Hydroseeder on Heavy-Duty Sterling Chassis
This 1990 Bowie Imperial 3000 Hydro Mulcher with just 1,456 hours offers commercial hydroseeding capability at $79,900—mounted on a 2006 Sterling L9500 chassis with 200-foot tower gun reach and 3,000-gallon steel tank.
2006 Deere 350D LC: 35-Ton Power at Under $40K
This 2006 Deere 350D LC crawler excavator offers 35-metric-ton digging power with 9,262 hours, enclosed cab with A/C, and manual quick coupler for $39,900—a production-grade machine at entry-level pricing.
Heavy Equipment Market Alert: Fruehauf Prices Surge 213.8% as Market Volatility Accelerates
Fruehauf prices surged 213.8% while Liebherr fell 34.1% in a volatile 30-day heavy equipment market. Caterpillar guarantee prices hit $51,708 (+26.4%) on 1,694 valuations as buyers and sellers navigate sharp category divergences.
2014 JLG 460SJ Telescopic Boom: 46-Foot Reach at Sub-$23K Pricing
The 2014 JLG 460SJ telescopic boom lift delivers 46 feet of platform height with an articulating jib and generator/welder package for $22,900 — a Good-condition unit with 4,776 hours that offers proven vertical access at entry-level pricing.
2013 Ford F-750 Chipper Truck: 55-Foot Boom Utility at Fleet-Ready Pricing
2013 Ford F-750 chipper truck with 55-foot boom, Cummins ISB 6.7L diesel, listed at $29,950. Condition score 5.9/10 with disclosed airbag and maintenance needs—specialized utility equipment for tree care and vegetation management fleets.
Kenworth and Kubota Lead Surge as Heavy Equipment Market Shows Mixed Signals
Kenworth guarantees surged 37.2% and Kubota jumped 34.4% this week, while Caterpillar and International faced downward pressure across Proxy Equipment's 2,248-unit marketplace.
2021 Bobcat S64 R-Series Skid Steer: Proven Performance at $24,900
2021 Bobcat S64 R-Series skid steer with 3,881 hours and a 6.9/10 Condition Score, listed at $24,900. Vertical-lift capability and R-Series operator refinements at roughly half replacement cost.
2016 Caterpillar CP34 Vibratory Padfoot Compactor: Low-Hour Soil Compaction Ready for the Job
This 2016 Caterpillar CP34 vibratory padfoot compactor offers 2,260 hours of proven performance at a $54,900 listing price — a cost-effective solution for contractors needing reliable soil compaction capability without new-equipment capital requirements.