Bulldozers & Backhoes For Sale

Find Top-Quality Bulldozers and Backhoes Near You

Browse our current equipment auctions to find  bulldozers and backhoes for sale, featuring leading brands and models to maximize your operation’s productivity. Whether you’re searching for a nimble backhoe loader for farm and fence work, a track dozer for pushing timber and clearing brush, or a full-size excavator for serious earthmoving, our comprehensive auction listings have the equipment that meets every operation’s needs.

What to Look for When Buying a Used Bulldozer or Backhoe

Operating Weight & Size Class:  Dozers and backhoes are categorized by operating weight, which directly determines pushing power, digging force, and what terrain they can handle. Compact machines (under 10,000 lbs) suit tight spaces and light grading, while larger crawlers (50,000 lbs+) are built for serious land clearing, road building, and heavy excavation.

Undercarriage Condition:  On any tracked machine, the undercarriage is the most expensive component to replace. Inspect track shoes, rollers, idlers, and sprockets carefully. A dozer with worn undercarriage can cost tens of thousands of dollars to restore, so factor this into your offer price on any used machine.

Blade & Bucket Configuration:  Dozers come with several blade types — straight blades (S-blades) for pushing heavy material, universal blades (U-blades) for moving large volumes, and semi-universal (SU) blades for mixed work. Backhoe loaders vary in bucket size and digging depth. Make sure the configuration matches your primary application before buying.

Hour Meter Reading:  Like mileage on a vehicle, hours indicate usage. A well-maintained dozer or backhoe with 5,000–8,000 hours on a quality brand can still have significant life remaining if properly serviced. Always request maintenance records and look for signs of consistent fluid changes and scheduled service.

Fuel Type & Engine Brand:  Nearly all bulldozers and backhoes run on diesel. Pay attention to the engine brand and emissions tier — older Tier 2 and Tier 3 machines may face restrictions on certain job sites, while Tier 4 Final machines are more widely compliant. Engine brands like Cat, Cummins, and John Deere carry strong parts availability and resale value.

Hydraulic System & Attachments: A backhoe’s value is closely tied to its hydraulic performance and attachment compatibility. Check for leaks, test all hydraulic functions under load, and confirm what auxiliary hydraulic circuits are available. Machines with multiple aux circuits and universal quick couplers offer significantly more versatility for landowners.