At Tradus, we are bringing used heavy machinery trade to the next level with help of AI and machine learning. Our latest technologies make heavy equipment trade easier and smarter, so sellers spend less time publishing quality ads and buyers are able to find these ads effortlessly. One of our top areas of focus is listing quality: by improving listing quality automatically, we attract more relevant buyers to the right equipment. These are the areas in which our technologies are currently running: Optimized images Addition of equipment specifications Improved offer categorization Smart techno ..read more

The warmer months of the year are closing in again – resulting in changing heavy machinery needs for businesses and professionals. As seasonality affects certain activities across transportation, farming and construction industries, buyer activity on Tradus moves accordingly. Based on our data the following categories attract the most buyers during spring months relative to the rest of the year: Pickup trucks Fire trucks Small vans Vacuum trucks Army / Military trucks List all your stock on Tradus to make sure you’re fully prepared to benefit from this uptrend. Based on an index value, the ..read more

Tradus is thrilled to announce its latest partnership with Otomoto Profi (otomotoprofi.pl): the heavy machinery arm of OTOMOTO, Poland’s #1 automotive marketplace. This partnership enables Tradus sellers to gain more visibility for their Transport, Farming, Construction and Material Handling equipment. The partnership between Tradus and Otomoto Profi lets Tradus sellers boost their inventory in Poland – one of the top buyer markets within Europe. With a press of a button, offers published on Tradus can also be published to otomotoprofi.pl. This export functionality is available for Tradus Prem ..read more

Ever since humans began cultivating the land, we’ve always sought out and applied bigger and better technology in agriculture and construction. The last twenty years have seen especially rapid progress when compared to the centuries before, and, thanks to the huge changes inspired by 2020, 2021 may be the year that many of these new technologies are properly applied in the field. 2020 saw major shifts in all industries around the world, as organizations were forced into finding digital and remote solutions to their everyday tasks. At the same time, the pandemic highlighted social and environme ..read more

Which used vehicles are buyers looking for this winter? We’ve dug around in the data and, according to our research, the following used construction and transportation vehicles see the biggest increase in interest from buyers over the winter:     Pick-up trucks     Concrete pump trucks     Tipper vans     Hook arm system trucks     Coaches If you have any of these vehicles ready to sell, now is a great time to list them on Tradus. Buyers are ready and waiting to invest in secondhand vehicles and machinery, and demand for these particular type ..read more

As winter begins to take hold in the northern hemisphere, it’s the perfect time to plan and assess your farming equipment needs for the 2021 season. Farming equipment is always in high demand on Tradus. But no matter if you’re looking to buy or sell, being aware of current price trends will always help you make smarter choices. In 2020, prices of farming equipment are trending upwards. Take a look at some of the biggest changes this year. Farming equipment: general trends The big news is that year-on-year, the price of second-hand farming equipment increased by 3.1% in 2020. This means there’s ..read more

Buying a used tractor? To save you time (and costly mistakes), we’ve compiled a handy checklist of things to consider before making a purchase. There are dozens of makes, models and features to choose from – whether it’s John Deere, Massey Ferguson, New Holland or another popular brand – and these insider tips will help you find a tractor for sale that’s up to the job. 1. How well has the tractor been maintained and how many hours has it logged? Many tractors have a long lifespan and can still be a worthwhile investment after two or three decades. However, the number of hours they’ve been ..read more

Whether you’re looking for inspiration for your next purchase or you just came here to marvel at some colossal sights, read on for our pick of some of the most unique and incredible excavators in the world. Giant excavators, mini excavators, even excavators that walk. The construction equipment industry grinds with incredible vehicles that get the job done. An excavator is an essential part of any fleet, and with the proper maintenance can last you a lifetime. There are many different types and sizes to choose from, depending on the style of work. Crawler excavators, demolition excavators, dra ..read more

So you’ve found the perfect used excavator, truck or tractor on Tradus. Great! Now all that’s left is to bring it home. Buying used construction equipment and heavy machinery vehicles from abroad may seem like a challenge at first, but so long as you’re well informed and well prepared, borders shouldn’t get in the way of a good deal. There are certain costs involved in transporting heavy machinery internationally though, so keep these in mind when budgeting for your lifter or loader. Many Tradus users pay extra for an end-to-end machinery shipping company to take care of the entire process, bu ..read more

Tradus makes it easy to sell your vehicle or machinery online. But it’s a competitive market out there, so (as with most things in life), those who put in the groundwork will reap the best rewards. With so much choice out there for buyers, how do you make your equipment stand out? What Tradus buyers expect Selling online instead of in-person makes it harder to get to know your buyer. But being clued up on the things Tradus buyers have told us are important to them will get you off to a great start. According to our market research, the main stressors playing on the minds of our buyers are trus ..read more