IronPlanet's next Featured Auction will begin in a few days, so those in the market for used construction equipment may want to check out the selection before February 7. With so many listings to browse, buyers should take the time to find what they're looking for ahead of the auction. This gives them the opportunity to thoroughly review the inspection reports of the items up for sale and compare their options. Bidders can add listings to their Watch Lists, so they'll easily be able to locate the equipment on the day of the sale. They may also want to make an offer ahead of time. Priority bids allow users to enter their maximum bid before the sale begins. IronPlanet will keep them in the lead until the auction is over, unless another user makes an offer that beats the original bidder's highest offer.
Here are a few highlights of the upcoming auction:
Skid-steer loaders
There are a number of skid-steer loaders available in this week's sale, and buyers in the market for a small, versatile item that can handle heavy lifting may want to check out the selection in advance. The Case 90XT Skid-Steer Loader may be a good option for some, as it has large tires made for rough terrain as well as an 84-inch general purpose bucket. There are also a number of Caterpillar models available, and buyers located in Canada may want to check out the numerous models being sold from Quebec. Purchasing equipment from a domestic seller can help a buyer save on transportation costs.
Compactors
Those in need of compactors may be in luck, as the upcoming Featured Auction has a number of options. The 2005 Ingersoll-Rand SD-100D TF Vibratory Single Drum Compactor could be a good option for some. This piece of equipment has an 84-inch smooth drum, and the open operator station features a sun canopy, so the person driving the equipment won't have to sit in the hot sun all day. There are other compactors available as well, including a number of trench and double drum compactors.
Excavators
Whether looking for large or small excavators, buyers may find what they need in the auction. There are a number of track excavators equipped to handle large-scale jobs, like the 2008 Kobelco SK210LC Long Reach Excavator. This item has a 60-inch bucket and a long-reach boom. Those in the market for something smaller may prefer the 2010 Caterpillar 304C CR Mini Excavator, which features a 30-inch tooth bucket that is ideal for smaller jobs and hard-to-reach areas.
There are many other items being sold on February 7 as well. Each listing only spends about 15 minutes on the auction block, which is why it can be crucial for buyers to know ahead of time what they are bidding on. Priority bids may be best for those who have to work or cannot otherwise be in front of a computer when the equipment they want goes up on the auction block. This way, they will still have a chance to win the equipment they need.
