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Over the past few years, we’ve seen a trend within the construction industry where the demand for used construction equipment has skyrocketed. This surge creates a lucrative opportunity for those of you who have used equipment you’re looking to offload.

Let the team at Backes Auctioneers help you capitalize on this opportunity before it passes you by! Here, we’ll take a look at the recent trend – and the reasons behind it – and show you how we’ll help you get the most for your used construction equipment.

Market Trends in Used Construction Equipment

According to global market projections, the construction equipment industry is expected to reach nearly $168 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.28%. What’s fueling this momentum?

• Cost-conscious buyers: With new equipment prices climbing, contractors and developers are turning to used machines to stretch their budgets.
• Emerging economies: Growing infrastructure needs around the world are fueling demand for accessible, well-maintained machinery.
• Supply chain delays: Inconsistent availability of new equipment has buyers seeking reliable used alternatives with shorter wait times.

Why It Pays to Sell Used Equipment at Auction

When you’re ready to move on from underused or aging construction equipment, working with a trusted auction partner like Backes Auctioneers can help you get the best value quickly—without the headaches of private sales or trade-ins.

Here’s how we help you take advantage of current market conditions:

1. Immediate Cash Flow

Auctions create urgency and competition—allowing you to turn equipment into cash quickly so you can reinvest in your business.

2. Minimize Depreciation

The longer your machines sit unused, the more value they lose. Selling now allows you to avoid depreciation and free up storage space.

3. Make Room for Upgrades

Selling old equipment clears the way for new purchases that can boost efficiency, safety, and performance.

4. Competitive Bidding from Qualified Buyers

Our decades of experience and wide buyer network help create the competitive environment needed to drive your final sale price higher.

Our Proven Auction Process Gets Results

When you partner with Backes Auctioneers, you’re not just listing equipment—you’re getting a full-service auction experience designed to maximize results.

• Real-time bidding
• Targeted marketing to reach motivated buyers
• Expert timing recommendations based on current trends
• Fast closings and simplified seller support

And thanks to digital platforms and simulcast capabilities, your equipment can be seen and bid on by buyers across the country—even if they can’t attend in person.

Don’t Wait—Sell While the Market Is Hot

The used construction equipment market is strong—and timing is everything. If you’re holding onto machines you no longer need, this is your chance to sell high before demand levels out.

Ready to sell? Let Backes Auctioneers handle the hard work and help you get the most for your equipment.

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