Farm & Heavy Equipment
At Kraft Auction Service, we bring decades of expertise to farm and heavy equipment auctions, ensuring a smooth process for sellers and top dollar for your equipment. Our auctioneers have over 60 years of combined experience in selling farm and heavy equipment.
Why Choose Kraft Auctions?
We specialize in auctions for a wide range of equipment and operations, including:
- Full-scale livestock operations
- Municipalities
- Local businesses (e.g., rental, concrete, drilling, excavation)
- Local farmers
- Large-scale farming operations
- Specialty equipment (such as imaging or raceway)
- And much more!
No matter the size or scope of your auction, we have the knowledge and experience to handle it with precision.
Equipment Liquidation
If you are looking to sell a large fleet of equipment, an equipment liquidation sale might be an option for you. Whether you are parting with a line of construction equipment, retiring from farming, or downsizing your business, the Kraft Auctions team is available to evaluate your inventory and facilitate a seamless, productive sale on your behalf.
From cataloging, photographing, advertising, and hosting your liquidation auction, we are here to make the process as easy and fruitful as possible.
Equipment Consignment Auctions
Whether you’re selling a complete line of equipment or just a few pieces, our equipment consignment auction locations in Walkerton and Demotte offer the perfect venues for maximum exposure.
Walkerton
In 2020, Kraft Auction Service began our partnership with Fisher Auctions to host equipment consignment auctions at their 30-acre facility in Walkerton, Indiana. In 2023, Kraft took full ownership of the Walkerton facility and expanded the property to 50 acres dedicated to reaching to a global buyer base through 4 multi-day sales annually.
Here’s why our Walkerton location is a natural choice for your next equipment consignment:
- Prime Location: Located on US-6, with a fully fenced, secure gravel lot where buyers can view equipment daily.
- Live & Online Auction- Our Walkerton Farm and Equipment Consignment Auction features a hybrid format: larger equipment and vehicles are auctioned live, followed by an online-only sale for tools and smaller miscellaneous items. This setup allows us to market to bidders nationwide while offering buyers an optimal chance to participate in a live auction.
- Indoor Storage: Two large buildings to safely store small tools and equipment.
- Impressive Turnout: Each auction averages over 3,500 lots and draws more than 2,000 registered buyers.
Demotte
Since December of 2022, Kraft Auctions has partnered with Tyler Musch to host a quarterly farm and construction consignment auction in DeMotte. This sale has grown into a highly-anticipated event for a broad range of equipment consignments.
Here’s why you should consider our Demotte location for your next equipment consignment:
- Quarterly Sales: We host quarterly sales at our Demotte location in April, July, October, and December.
- Live & Online Auction- Our Demotte Farm and Construction Consignment Auction is conducted via a hybrid sale format, in which the larger equipment and vehicles are auctioned live, followed by an online only sale for tools and smaller miscellaneous items. This format will allow marketing to bidders from across the country, and while also giving our buyers the best opportunity to bid in a live auction.
- Diverse Buyer Base- The Demotte Consignment Auction hosts a wide variety of consignments, attracting a diverse group of prospective buyers for your items. At a typical event, you’ll find tractors, forklifts, excavators, skid steers, trucks, trailers, hay equipment, livestock equipment, lawn tractors, construction equipment and more!
Tailored Solutions for Every Seller
Whether you’re looking to liquidate a full estate or business, or simply rotate a few pieces of equipment, Kraft Auctions has a solution to meet your needs. Contact us today to learn how we can assist you with your farm or heavy equipment auction!
Contact Us
If you’re interested in selling your equipment and/or a buyer looking for specific pieces, we’d love to discuss your needs. Contact Jonathan at jonathan@kraftauctions.com or call 219-973-9240 to set up an appointment for a personalized consultation. After reviewing your collection, we’ll provide a customized proposal outlining our services and fees.