Used Excavators See Strong Sales and Demand for a Good Start in the Year of the Horse Spring Work Resumption

Driven by a powerful post-Spring Festival construction rush across China, the second-hand excavator market has galloped into the Year of the Horse with a robust surge in both sales and customer demand, signaling a strong start for the nation’s infrastructure and engineering machinery sectors.

As the majority of construction projects resumed work immediately following the Lunar New Year holiday, major second-hand equipment trading markets nationwide have been bustling with activity since early February. Dealers report a sharp rise in inquiries and orders, with small, medium, and large-sized excavators all in high demand. High-quality, compliant used machines are selling quickly upon arrival, and prices for popular models such as the Caterpillar 320D, Komatsu PC200-8, and Sany SY75C have edged slightly higher compared to pre-holiday levels.

This buying spree is primarily fueled by ongoing infrastructure construction, water conservancy projects, rural development initiatives, and urban renewal programs. For small to medium-sized construction firms and independent contractors, second-hand excavators remain the top choice—prized for their high cost-performance ratio, fast delivery times, and strong on-site adaptability. Models in the 20-ton class, particularly the Hitachi ZX210 and Volvo EC210, are seeing especially strong demand for road and bridge projects.

Industry data reflects a clear upward trajectory in the engineering machinery market. Benefiting from equipment replacement cycles, tighter environmental standards, and growing overseas demand, China’s second-hand excavator circulation has accelerated significantly. Popular models like the Komatsu PC360-7 and Caterpillar 336D are frequently exported to Southeast Asia and Africa, where their durability and parts availability make them favorites among contractors. Steady export growth has further energized the market, helping to revitalize domestic stock assets and create a healthy dual-market dynamic.

Industry insiders note that improvements in standardized testing, certification processes, and after-sales service systems have further strengthened the healthy development of the second-hand excavator market. Certified used machines such as XCMG XE215C and Liugong 922E now often come with detailed service records and warranty options, boosting buyer confidence. With the spring construction peak fast approaching, trading volumes are expected to climb even higher in the coming weeks.

The flourishing second-hand excavator market has become a vivid indicator of China’s steady economic recovery and robust infrastructure momentum, laying a solid foundation for stable industrial growth throughout the Year of the Horse.