Used machinery buyers: inspection checklist and suitable new alternatives
Compare industrial machinery by its real application, technical specification, supplier details, current price and conditions of delivery. No specific stock, discount or financial agreement is guaranteed by this guide.
How to identify a machine that suits your work
Start with the task, material, minimum production or load capacity, duty cycle, available power, working space and accessories. Different applications require different types of machinery, so compare models only within an equivalent category.
What a buyer should verify before contacting the seller
Request the exact brand/model, age, machine or serial number when applicable, operating hours, service history, actual photos, technical sheets and documentation. Ask about faults, repairs and a working test or independent inspection when practical.
Used machinery price vs a suitable new option
Assess the delivered total, not just the asking price. Include taxes, inspection, accessories, maintenance and repair needs, transport, installation and possible downtime. For new equipment, verify the current warranty, configuration and lead time in writing.
New machinery models Makitor lists for professional buyers
These individual products are for metalworking, warehouse handling and floor cleaning. They are not replacements for one another. Check each product’s capacity, specifications, displayed price and current availability.
New machinery listings to compare when relevant
- Master 750.3L lathe–milling–drilling machine
- HELI CPD15-20SQ three-wheel electric forklift
- Floorpul Onyx 35 E professional floor scrubber
These products are different types of machinery. Only compare a listed model against technically suitable alternatives for the same job, and confirm accessories, price, stock and freight before ordering.
Request a machinery purchase quotation
Specify the intended job, technical capacity, preferred model, site electrical requirements, accessories, budget and destination country/postcode. Ask the supplier to confirm the full delivered scope in writing.
Compare the total cost of a used machine with an equivalent new model
A used machine should be assessed for wear, spare parts, safety and likely repair costs. With a metalworking machine, check guides, controls and tooling; with a forklift, inspect lifting components, batteries and service history; with cleaning equipment, inspect pumps, brushes and capacity. Compare each used unit with a NEW machine doing the same job. These categories cover different types of equipment and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Confirm current prices, stock and model specification in writing. Freight is quoted separately.