Canadian Used Equipment Market Data
Real pricing intelligence from 17,026+ verified auction sales
$49,227
Average used CTL sale price
$16,203
Average used SSL sale price
17,026+
Verified auction sales analyzed
-2.8%
Year-over-year CTL price change
Data updated March 23, 2026. Covers auction sales from 2013–2026 across Purple Wave, Ritchie Bros, and other major auction houses.
What Used Equipment Actually Sells For
Real transaction prices from verified auction sales — not asking prices or dealer estimates.
SSL vs CTL Average Sale Price
Skid Steer (SSL)
$16,203
Track Loader (CTL)
$49,227
CTLs sell for $33,024 more than wheeled skid steers on average — a 204% premium.
Price Trends by Year
Price Distribution: Where Most Equipment Sells
Most used SSLs sell between $10K-$30K. Most CTLs sell between $20K-$40K.
17,026 verified auction sales totaling $406 million in transaction value.
Source: TrackCheck.ca analysis of 17,026 verified auction sales across North American equipment auctions, 2013–2026.
Which Brands Cost More (and Sell More)
Average resale prices and market share by manufacturer.
Average Sale Price by Brand
Market Share (% of Auction Sales)
Bobcat dominates the used market with 41% of all auction sales. Bobcat commands an average resale price of $19,424.
Source: TrackCheck.ca analysis of 17,026 verified auction sales, 2013–2026.
The Shift to Tracks
Compact track loaders continue gaining market share over traditional wheeled skid steers.
CTL vs SSL Market Share Over Time
The CTL Premium
Average SSL sale price
$16,203
Average CTL sale price
$49,227
CTL Premium
+$33,024
204% more for tracks
Compact track loaders now account for 26% of used equipment sales,
Source: TrackCheck.ca analysis of 17,026 verified auction sales, 2013–2026.
Equipment Availability by Province
Where to find used equipment across Canada.
Active Listings by Province
Provincial Tax Impact
What a $45,000 machine actually costs after tax:
*SK and BC farm operators may qualify for PST exemptions
Buying from Alberta saves $3,600–$4,500 compared to Ontario or Quebec on a $45,000 machine — before considering any farm exemptions.
Source: TrackCheck.ca analysis of active Canadian listings. Tax rates as of 2025.
Hours and Depreciation
How age and usage affect resale value.
Price vs. Hours
Each additional 1,000 hours reduces value by approximately $3,509.
Typical Usage
The average skid steer accumulates 337 hours per year. A 5-year-old machine typically has 1,000–1,500 hours.
Optimal Buying Sweet Spot
4–7 years old with 1,500–3,000 hours — past the steep depreciation curve but before major maintenance milestones.
Source: TrackCheck.ca analysis of 17,026 verified auction sales, 2013–2026.
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TrackCheck.ca, "Canadian Equipment Market Data," 2026.
https://trackcheck.ca/canadian-equipment-market-data
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