11 June 2026 By Plantworld at Plantworld News in Plant News

Your Next Project Starts Here: Over 1,000 Lots of Equipment Up for Grabs

Ritchie Bros. UK & Ireland is set to support business growth this summer with its fifth auction of the year. Featuring over 1,000 lots of high-quality machinery and vehicles, this timed online auction offers buyers an unreserved opportunity to secure the equipment they need for ongoing projects and future expansion.

Taking place alongside Hillhead 2026, one of the industry’s leading quarrying, construction and recycling exhibitions, the Ritchie Bros. team will also be on-site at stand RE4. Customers and industry professionals are encouraged to stop by, meet the team, and find out more about the auction and available equipment in person.

A Wide Range of Equipment for Every Industry

From construction machinery and agricultural equipment to commercial vehicles and lifting solutions, this auction offers something to meet every operational need.

Highlights include:

Agriculture – Featuring leading brands such as John Deere and New Holland, with a strong selection of tractors and agricultural machinery available.
Construction – A standout lineup including six 2020 Cat 730 articulated dump trucks, alongside a broad range of heavy equipment.
Excavators & Equipment – More than 130 excavators on offer, complemented by telehandlers, dumpers, and scissor lifts – providing extensive choice across key categories.
Transport – An impressive selection of vehicles including mixer trucks, spreaders, low loaders, flatbeds, and cargo vans – covering a wide range of transport requirements.

Each lot is listed in the online catalog with detailed descriptions, photos, videos, and specifications, allowing buyers to make informed decisions before bidding.

Auction & Inspection Details

Inspection Days: 22nd and 23rd June
Online Bidding Opens: 19th June
Online Bidding Closes: 24th & 25th June

Getting Ready to Participate in This Timed Online Auction

This auction is conducted entirely online through Ritchie Bros.’ Timed Auction system, allowing bidders to place their bids in advance via the website or mobile app. Online bidding for the UK & Ireland auction opens on 19th June and closes on 24th & 25th June.

Timed auctions run within a specific period, with each lot closing at staggered times. As an unreserved auction, every lot starts at zero and is sold to the highest bidder, making it a fair and transparent opportunity with no minimum prices.

Participants can bid manually or set a Priority Bid, where the system automatically bids the minimum required to stay ahead up to a defined limit. Lots of interest can also be saved to a personal Watchlist for easy access.

For buyers wishing to inspect equipment in person, Ritchie Bros. will open its Maltby and Mullingar yards during Inspection Days on 22nd and 23rd June from 8am-4pm. Visitors are welcome to examine the equipment freely during business hours.

Trusted Experience, Real Results

Backed by more than 65 years of experience, Ritchie Bros. pairs local expertise with a global network of customers to deliver real, measurable results. Buyers can bid with confidence, knowing each lot is verified, the bidding process is transparent.

Three key reasons customers choose Ritchie Bros. are: a wide variety of equipment, no minimum prices, and a trusted, transparent and simple process that delivers reliable results.

For Media or Buyer Inquiries: Contact Ritchie Bros. UK Customer Service at +44 1332 819700

👉 View all equipment and register for the auction here.