Caterpillar excavators

Used Excavators in the Construction and Earthmoving Industries

Excavators are commonly used in construction and demolition projects. These powerful machines are ideal for creating foundations and digging trenches that may be too demanding for other types of equipment to handle. There are many types of used excavators that can help you manage industrial digging and lifting applications.

These range from standard, long-reach, dragline and wheel excavators to backhoe loaders and hydraulic shovels. Many of these product types come in all different sizes to fit the needs of various jobs. Whether you’re demolishing buildings or mining for materials, there’s an excavator that can help you meet the demands of your job. Some large-scale excavation equipment can even lift loads of 100,000 pounds or more.

Our Selection of Used Excavators for Sale

We display a huge selection of used excavators from our network of U.S. and international dealers, and our dealers carry used excavators that are designed to fit every type of earthmoving application. Our dealers offer support and equipment performance you can trust to help you grow your fleet and your operations for years to come.

Used excavators from Cat Used allow you to enjoy the benefits of high-quality earthmoving equipment without the need to search multiple resources for the solutions you need. Some of the types of excavators we offer include:

• Crawler excavators: The benefit of a crawler is that it operates on tracks, meaning it can handle slopes and tough terrain. These are often used to tackle demanding construction and landscaping projects on uneven terrain.
• Wheel excavators: While wheel excavators operate most effectively on soft, even surfaces, they’re ideal for applications like roadwork and scrap yard work. Their lift capacity allows them to work with a variety of heavy materials.
• Forestry excavators: Forestry excavators are pieces of hardware used specifically for land clearing and maintenance jobs. With their enhanced mobility and versatility, these machines can dig, handle loose materials and pick up logs.

Many of our Cat® dealers also have used mini excavators for sale, which help manage projects in small or crowded job sites. Large, medium and small options are constantly circulating through our network, so your dealer may have just the solution you need today. Don't see the used excavator you're looking for? Sign up for email alerts, choose the criteria you want - like model year, hours and location - and we'll email you when an excavator that matches them becomes available.

Advantages of Buying Pre-Owned Equipment

Buying used gives you the opportunity to save money on high-quality excavator equipment. Pre-owned machines make great equipment replacements, short-term project solutions and long-term upgrades. When you choose used Cat excavators from one of our dealers, you’ll receive:

• Great resale value for used equipment
• A broad range of affordable options
• Ongoing maintenance and support services
• The optimal longevity and performance for your investment

If you're looking for used equipment in great condition, filter our product listings to view Cat Certified Used excavators. These machines have been thoroughly inspected and maintained, and are guaranteed to provide the performance you need to get jobs done.

Partner With a Cat® Dealer Today

Many of our dealers’ equipment options may also include finance options and add on extended protection, so reach out to a dealer near you to find out what’s available.