What types of heavy equipment are typically available in South Dakota government auctions?

South Dakota government auctions feature equipment used by DOT, county maintenance departments, and utility agencies. Common items include wheel loaders, backhoes, graders, dozers, excavators, and dump trucks. You'll also find compactors, pavers, and other road maintenance equipment. Equipment condition ranges from recently replaced fleet items to surplus machinery from completed infrastructure projects.

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Median winning bid from 152 completed heavy equipment sales in South Dakota over the last year. Only items with at least five sales are shown.

Item	Median	Typical range	Sales
Skid Steer	$8,600	$813–$16,500	36
John Deere Equipment	$12,250	$906–$17,475	22
Mower	$390	$74–$1,038	22
Caterpillar Equipment	$13,250	$6,975–$17,000	12
Tractor	$5,150	$4,143–$5,338	12
Wheel Loader	$14,250	$3,875–$18,375	10
Bobcat Equipment	$2,075	$813–$15,500	8
Forklift	$985	$525–$1,775	8

Winning bids only, excluding lots that closed with no bidder. Hammer price before any buyer's premium or tax.

South Dakota's strong agricultural and infrastructure sectors mean state and federal agencies regularly auction off heavy equipment like dozers, excavators, and graders. The Department of Transportation, county highway departments, and utility agencies maintain large fleets that are frequently updated, creating consistent opportunities for buyers. You'll find equipment sourced from GSA Auctions, GovDeals, GovPlanet, PublicSurplus, and other government platforms all in one place.

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Which government agencies sell heavy equipment in South Dakota?

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is a major source, along with county highway departments across all 66 counties. City public works departments, water and utility districts, and federal GSA regional offices also list equipment. Each agency maintains different fleet sizes and upgrade schedules, so availability varies by season and location.

How do I bid on heavy equipment at South Dakota government auctions?

Equipment is sold through multiple platforms including GSA Auctions, GovDeals, GovPlanet, and PublicSurplus. Each platform has different registration and bidding processes. You'll typically need to create an account, review the equipment listing and photos, place your bid before the deadline, and arrange payment and pickup. Some auctions require a deposit or pre-approval before bidding.

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75 active heavy equipment auctions in South Dakota right now.

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Galvanized Metal Barn & Fence Tool Hardware Lot

Tea, SDProxibid

2d 7h

2005 TerraGator 8104

$1,000

Plankinton, SDProxibid

22h 14m

#4079420 - Galion 550FT-17

$4,000

Aberdeen, SDPublicSurplus

11d 2h

#4079440 - Galion 550FT-17

$4,000

Aberdeen, SDPublicSurplus

11d 2h

Deal2 bids

2008 Caterpillar 140M VHP Plus motor grader

$1,050

Hours: 16,276 on meter - Serial: CAT0140MAB9D01169 Engine - Caterpillar C7 Acert - Serial: KHX10795 - Displacement: 7.2L - Cylinders: 6 - Fuel type: D...

Glass cracked, wing plow removed but included

De Smet, SDPurpleWave

21d 21h

1996 TORO 6700D Fairway Mower Runs and Cuts

$550

A Toro Fairway mower purchased in 2014 and used it until last year when we purchased a new fairway mower. Runs and cuts.

Listed as salvage/damaged, condition unclear

Ellsworth AFB, SDGovDeals

8d 20h

Deal4 bids

Common Sense Manufacturing skid steer wire winder

$18

Serial: 15541 Word Reclamation & Fencing Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

16d 21h

18 bids

2013 John Deere 6150R MFWD tractor

$22,000

Hours: 3,104 on meter - Serial: 1RW6150RPDA007943 Engine - John Deere - Cylinders: 6 - Fuel type: Diesel Transmission - Powershift - 16F - 16R - Left-...

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 22h

16 bids

2002 New Holland TM130 MFWD tractor

$6,600

Hours: 5,104 on meter - Serial: ACM191815 Engine - New Holland - Cylinders: 6 - Fuel type: Diesel Transmission - Powershift - 18F - 6R - Left-hand rev...

Cracked glass noted

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 21h

Deal2 bids

Duratech Haybuster 2100 bale processor

$13

Serial: 2114103900 Features - PTO: 1000 - Discharge: Side, Conveyor - Width: 65" - Chute: Manual - Hitch: Three point Tires - Size: 9.5L-14 - Size: 6....

PTO half shaft missing, requires repair

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 22h

Mega Deal1 bid

International Harvestor No. 37 tandem disk

$10

Overall width: 10' Features - Front blades - Diameter: 18" - Spacing: 7" - Rear blades - Diameter: 18" - Spacing: 7" - Disk scrapers - Operation - Hyd...

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 22h

Deal4 bids

Wheatheart High & Heavy Hitter post driver

$200

Dimensions - Overall - Length: 10' - Width: 84" Engine - Honda GX270 - Cylinders: 1 - Fuel type: Gas Tires - Front: 235/75R15 Transfer of ownership do...

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 22h

Mega Deal1 bid

Shop Built disk

$10

Overall width: 8' Features - Front blades - Diameter: 19" - Spacing: 10" - Rear blades - Disk scrapers - Operation - Hydraulic lift - Ball hitch: 2 5/...

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 21h

Mega Deal1 bid

Duratech Haybuster 2100 bale processor

$10

Serial: 2120120800 Features - PTO: 1000 - Discharge: Side, Chain - Width: 66" - Chute: Manual - Hitch: Three point Tires - Size: 9.5-14 - Size: 4.80-1...

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 21h

15 bids

2013 John Deere 6125M MFWD tractor

$16,500

Hours: 2,360 on meter - Serial: 1L06125MHDG751618 Engine - John Deere - Displacement: 4.5L - Cylinders: 4 - Fuel type: Diesel Transmission - Powershif...

Fort Pierre, SDPurpleWave

22d 22h

3 bids

2006 Sterling Truck L9500 Series applicator truck

$825

Miles: 311,195 on odometer - VIN: 2FZHAZCV06AV33865 Engine - Mercedes-Benz MBE4000 - Displacement: 12.8L - Cylinders: 6 - Fuel type: Diesel Transmissi...

Aberdeen, SDPurpleWave

21d 22h

6 bids

Kobelco SK210LC excavator

$5,200

Hours: 10,774 on meter - Serial: Y008-U1105 Engine - Mitsubishi - Cylinders: 6 - Fuel type: Diesel Transmission - Hydrostatic - Two speed travel Opera...

Aberdeen, SDPurpleWave

21d 22h

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What heavy equipment sells for in South Dakota

Median winning bid from 152 completed heavy equipment sales in South Dakota over the last year. Only items with at least five sales are shown.

Item	Median	Typical range	Sales
Skid Steer	$8,600	$813–$16,500	36
John Deere Equipment	$12,250	$906–$17,475	22
Mower	$390	$74–$1,038	22
Caterpillar Equipment	$13,250	$6,975–$17,000	12
Tractor	$5,150	$4,143–$5,338	12
Wheel Loader	$14,250	$3,875–$18,375	10
Bobcat Equipment	$2,075	$813–$15,500	8
Forklift	$985	$525–$1,775	8

Winning bids only, excluding lots that closed with no bidder. Hammer price before any buyer's premium or tax.

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Cast Iron Picket Stake

2006 TerraGator 8104

Zenith Metal Carburetor & Engine Parts Lot

Buzz Rack Steel & Plastic Hitch Mount Bike Rack

Poulan Pro PR675Y22RHPE Steel 22 In Lawn Mower

SANA-FOUNT Poultry Waterer Feeder

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