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Match mini, midi, and full-size excavators to your job type, dig depth, and acreage with this 2026 sizing chart and buyer's guide covering 7 size classes.
Bobcat T76, Cat 259D3, and John Deere 333G compared head-to-head on specs, 2026 pricing, operating cost, hydraulics, and resale value. Buyer verdict for each application.
Calculate heavy equipment total cost of ownership with the owning plus operating cost formula. 2026 cost-per-hour benchmarks for excavators, dozers, loaders, and dump trucks plus a step-by-step TCO calculator.
Heavy equipment undercarriage cost runs $4,500-$85,000+ depending on machine size. Component breakdowns, wear inspection, and replacement pricing for mini excavators, CTLs, dozers, and full-size excavators.
Caterpillar holds resale value best, Komatsu wins on operating cost, and John Deere lands cheapest at the dealer counter. Side-by-side brand comparison with 2026 auction data and TCO analysis.
Heavy equipment insurance costs 1-4% of insured value per year. Coverage types, real premium rates by machine type, deductible structures, and strategies to reduce what you pay.
Complete attachments guide covering skid steer, excavator, and loader attachments with 2026 pricing, hydraulic flow requirements, use cases, and resale value impact.
Skid steers cost less upfront, CTLs handle soft ground, and wheel loaders move material fastest. Side-by-side comparison with 2026 pricing, operating costs, and a decision framework for buyers.
Used compact tractor prices from $8K to $50K compared across John Deere, Kubota, Mahindra, New Holland, Kioti, and Massey Ferguson. Model-by-model pricing, resale value retention, and sizing recommendations for small farm buyers.
Renting heavy equipment costs $3K-$15K/month while buying builds equity. Break-even analysis by machine type, cost comparisons, tax implications, and a decision framework for contractors.
Used mini excavator prices range from $8K to $85K depending on brand, size, and hours. Model-by-model pricing for Kubota, CAT, Bobcat, Deere, Takeuchi, Kobelco, and Yanmar across micro, small, and large mini excavator classes.
Heavy equipment shipping costs $1.50–$5+ per mile depending on weight and trailer type. Per-mile rate data, trailer comparisons (flatbed vs RGN vs lowboy), oversize permit requirements, insurance coverage, and a step-by-step prep checklist.
Model-by-model pricing data for Kenworth, Peterbilt, Mack, Freightliner, and International dump trucks across single axle, tandem, and tri axle configurations. Includes brand retention analysis and mileage-based depreciation data from 2026 auction results.
How to navigate live and online heavy equipment auctions without overpaying. Covers auction platforms, buyer premiums, bidding strategy, inspection prep, hidden costs, and financing auction purchases.
Everything you need to know about financing construction equipment. Compare loan types, lease structures, Section 179 tax benefits, lender requirements, and 7 tips for securing the best terms.
Model-by-model pricing data for CAT, Bobcat, Kubota, Deere, and Takeuchi compact track loaders across all frame sizes. Includes brand retention analysis, market share breakdown, and undercarriage cost factors from 2026 auction results.
Model-by-model pricing data for CAT, Komatsu, Volvo, Deere, and Case wheel loaders across all size classes. Includes brand retention analysis, market share breakdown, and depreciation curves from 2026 auction results.
System-by-system inspection checklist for buying used equipment. Engine, hydraulics, undercarriage, structural checks, and 2026 telematics verification covered step by step.
Side-by-side comparison of 8 platforms for selling heavy equipment. Fees, speed, audience reach, and net proceeds analysis for Machinery Trader, Ritchie Bros, Equipment Trader, Facebook, and more.
Model-by-model pricing data for Bobcat, CAT, Kubota, Deere, and Case skid steers across all frame sizes. Includes brand retention analysis and depreciation curves from 2026 auction results.
Model-by-model pricing data for CAT, Komatsu, Deere, and Case bulldozers across all size classes. Includes undercarriage cost breakdowns and brand retention analysis from 2026 auction results.
Hour meters are the most referenced number in any equipment transaction — but they can be reset, broken, or missing entirely. Here's what buyers and sellers need to know before trusting the readout.
Current market values for CAT, Komatsu, Deere, Hitachi, and Volvo excavators across all size classes — with hour and condition adjustments. Based on live auction data and dealer comps.
A complete market reference covering excavators, dozers, skid steers, wheel loaders, and trailers. Real prices from 2026 auction results, not book values.
