Buy used machinery: step-by-step guide, prices and new alternatives
Compare used industrial, construction and agricultural equipment by exact function, technical specifications, condition, maintenance, actual asking price and delivery costs. Consider a new machine when downtime, repair costs and service support matter to your business.
1. Define the machinery you need before comparing offers
Start with the work, material, required capacity, operating hours, workplace dimensions, electrical supply, attachments and delivery location. A metal lathe, industrial floor scrubber and mini excavator all count as professional machinery, but do completely different jobs. Search by machine type, manufacturer and model rather than broad marketplace terms alone.
2. Verify the exact make, model and configuration
- Manufacturer, model designation, year and machine or serial number when applicable.
- Working capacity: turning length, cutting width, lifting weight, reach or production per hour, as relevant.
- Power supply, motor, battery, control software, tools and accessories included.
- Condition: new, used, refurbished or demo; location and availability must be stated separately.
- Manufacturer documentation, safety arrangements and spare-parts support.
3. How to compare used machinery prices without misleading formulas
There is no universal percentage deduction for age or operating hours. Compare current offers for machines capable of the same work, with comparable configuration, hours, condition, location and equipment. A lower list price may be offset by repairs, worn components or delivery costs.
Ask for a written final-price breakdown including the machine, relevant taxes, loading, transport, unloading, commissioning, consumables, warranty terms and any known repairs. Do not assume that VAT or delivery is included unless the quotation says so.
4. Photos, video and inspection checklist for used equipment
- Current full-machine photos and readable manufacturer plate.
- Operating hours or usage records, maintenance documentation and known faults.
- Close-ups of wear points, hydraulic equipment, electrical cabinet or controls as appropriate.
- Photo or list of included accessories, tooling and attachments.
- Functional test video or independent inspection when practical.
- Measurements, transport weight, loading arrangements and documentation for the destination.
For a high-value machine or equipment critical to production, inspection and seller verification are particularly important before payment.
5. Compare new machinery from Makitor where the application matches
Makitor lists new equipment for different sectors. The following products are not equivalent to one another; use each as a reference only against used machines with a similar function:
- Damatomacchine Master 750.3L lathe, milling and drilling machine — metalworking.
- HELI CPD15-20SQ three-wheel electric forklift, 1.5–2 t — material handling.
- HZC Power DKB992 diesel mini excavator, 940 kg — appropriate compact excavation.
- Floorpul Onyx 35 E industrial floor scrubber — professional floor cleaning.
Explore metalworking machinery, warehouse equipment and mini excavators according to the intended job.
Read each product page for published specifications and price. Confirm the exact configuration, availability and delivery costs before buying.
6. International purchases, transport and payment
When buying across borders, identify the seller that will invoice the machine, the delivery and loading responsibilities, any customs requirements, tax treatment and after-sales support. Agree on transport dimensions, collection deadlines and unloading arrangements. Verify payment details independently if banking instructions change.
7. Information to send when requesting a quote
Specify machine type, required capacity, application, preferred model, accessories, power supply, budget and delivery country and postcode. Request a written quotation describing the exact machine, delivery time, equipment included, applicable guarantee and total delivered cost.
Frequently asked questions
Does buying used always cost less overall?
No. Include maintenance, repairs, transport, commissioning and downtime risk. A new machine may be preferable when warranties or predictable usage are important.
Can I use price-per-hour depreciation formulas to value equipment?
Not reliably across different types of machinery. Compare verified offers for technically equivalent models with similar condition and support.
Does Makitor own every machine listed on its website?
No. Published listings may belong to external vendors; check the identified commercial seller and sale conditions on each product page.
How do I confirm that a new machine is available?
Ask for written confirmation of the selected model, configuration, delivery time and transport price before placing an order.
Find machinery to buy or request a purchase quotation
Compare the individual product pages or describe your work and required performance so a suitable option can be evaluated. Your enquiry is not a reservation or a guaranteed stock commitment.