Increased entries forward for Euro Auctions' recent three-day sale of industrial plant, construction and agricultural machinery at it's auction site in Leeds, ensured a bumper trade throughout from a global audience.
The sale of 5133 lots saw the number of bidder accounts rise by 22% with first time registrations rise 33%; first time registered bidders who bought at the sale increase 52% while the total number of first time buyers increased by 48%.
Top price was £90,000 paid for a 2012 Volvo A30F 6x6 articulated dump truck.
Excavators sold to £82,000 paid for a 2014 Case CX470C excavator with two-way camera and demo cage.
Telehandlers peaked at £35,000 for a 2015 Manitou MT1440 turbo and wheeled loaders peaked at £57,000 for a 2008 CAT 980H.
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