Fort Worth auction attracts 14,700+ bidders from 68 countries
Record equipment and truck pricing continued in Texas last week, with our first Fort Worth auction of the year generating more than US$79+ million in gross transaction value. The three-day online auction attracted 14,700+ bidders from 68 countries to compete for 4,600+ items from 770+ consignors.
“We continue to see unprecedented demand for equipment and trucks in today’s market, driving prices well beyond expectations—especially for transportation equipment,” said Neal Black, Ritchie Bros.’ Regional Sales Manager.
“Last week in Fort Worth we sold a 2019 Peterbilt 389 6×4 day cab for US$210,000, a 2019 Western Star 4900FA tri-axle sleeper for US$205,000, and a 2015 Peterbilt 388 day cab for US$155,000! If you have trucks and equipment to sell, contact us today to take advantage of the record prices we are achieving. We have site auctions, online marketplaces, and a listing service—whatever your need, we have a solution for you.”
Approximately 91% of the equipment in the March 15 – 17 auction was purchased by U.S. buyers, including 38% purchased by Texans. The remaining 9% was purchased by international buyers from as far away as Australia, Egypt, and Guyana.
The March 2022 Fort Worth auction attracted approximately 39% more PriorityBids than the same event last year.
Five big sellers from Fort Worth
2019 Kenworth T800 10×6 w/ National NBT60L 60-ton boom truck – US$400,000
2019 Caterpillar 336 hydraulic excavator – US$317,500
2010 Caterpillar D8T dozer – US$280,000
2019 Peterbilt 389 6×4 day cab for US$210,000
2015 Case IH 620HD 4WD tractor – US$187,500
