Material Handling
Forklift Auctions
KD Auctions runs forklift auctions nationwide, reaching 500,000+ industry contacts for every sale. Whether you're buying or selling, our team handles everything from appraisal through final settlement.
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Who Buys at These Auctions
Warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plants, third-party logistics providers, and any operation requiring material handling equipment. Forklifts have the broadest active buyer pool of any industrial equipment category.
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Warehouse closures, fleet upgrades, distribution center consolidations, and plant closures. Forklifts are present at virtually every industrial facility auction.
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Consultation & Appraisal
KD assesses your equipment, recommends the right sale path, and provides a realistic recovery estimate. USPAP-compliant appraisals available for lenders and court-supervised situations.
Cataloging & Marketing
Professional photography, detailed specs, and marketing to 500,000+ industry contacts via BidSpotter, email, LinkedIn, and trade publications. Typical marketing period is 2–4 weeks.
Auction & Settlement
Online timed auction closes, buyers coordinate removal within the specified window, and KD delivers a complete financial settlement with full accounting of all proceeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What forklift brands sell best at auction?
Toyota, Crown, and Hyster/Yale consistently achieve the strongest auction prices due to their reliability reputation and parts availability. Caterpillar and Raymond also attract active bidding.
Do batteries affect electric forklift auction prices significantly?
Yes, battery condition is a major value driver for electric forklifts. Forklifts with new or recently replaced batteries can achieve 20–40% higher prices than those with original aged batteries.
Can forklift attachments be included in forklift auctions?
Yes, side shifts, paper roll clamps, carton clamps, and other attachments add value and are inventoried and auctioned with the forklift or as separate lots.
How are forklifts transported after auction?
Most forklifts can be driven onto flatbed trailers by the buyer or a transport company. KD Auctions can provide transport referrals. Most buyers have removal completed within the standard 7–14 day window.
Can I auction a complete fleet of forklifts?
Yes, KD Auctions regularly auctions forklift fleets as part of warehouse and distribution center liquidations. Fleet auctions attract fleet buyers including forklift dealers who will bid aggressively for multiple units.
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