MARKET TRENDS REPORTS

Used heavy machinery data & industry trends in Europe

Welcome to our Market Trends Report! With a massive amount of data on the European used equipment and truck market that we have available via our Ritchie Bros. sales channels (auctions, Mascus, Marketplace-E, and more), we’re able to provide valuable insights and forecast the latest trends in the industry.

Our report for Q2 of 2025 takes a closer look at the European supply, demand, and sales of significant machinery for the rental industry: telescopic handlers, boom lifts, scissor lifts, as well as the transportation industry: truck tractors and panel vans.  

5 highlights for Q2:

• Telescopic handlers: The most popular models sold at auctions were the JCB 540-170 and the Manitou MT1440.
• Boom lifts: ⬇20% decrease in Ritchie Bros. auction sales compared to Q2 2024.
• Scissor lifts: ⬆17% increase in demand on Mascus compared to the same period last year.
• Truck tractors: ⬇24% decrease in the median price at auctions compared to the same period last year.
• Panel vans: ⬆38% increase in Ritchie Bros. auction sales compared to Q2 2024.