If you are shopping for a used skid steer, the first question is usually the hardest one to get a straight answer to: how much should it cost? Price guides quote national averages, auction results leave out the fees, and the listings themselves are all over the place: on November 9, three used Bobcat S650s from the same Pennsylvania dealer were priced at $17,500, $22,500 and $37,500. So instead of guessing, we pulled every used skid steer price listed by Pennsylvania dealers on Heavy Listing and broke the asking prices down by age, hours, brand and type.
Below you will find the ranges and medians, the budget you need for each kind of machine, real listings that show why two similar loaders can be $20,000 apart, and a short checklist for deciding whether a price is fair.
Where these numbers come from
Every figure in this article comes from asking prices on Heavy Listing for machines from four Pennsylvania dealers: Kurtz Trading, Old Forge Power Equipment, Keystone Equipment Sales & Service and Five Star Equipment. All 76 machines were used and available on November 9, 2026. We grouped them into three types:
- Skid steers (wheeled): 22 machines.
- Compact track loaders: 50 machines. Many buyers call these tracked skid steers.
- Mini skid steers (stand-on or walk-behind): 4 machines.
A few caveats before the numbers:
- These are asking prices, not final sale prices, so there is usually room to negotiate.
- Some groups are small. Treat the ranges as a reality check, not a price list.
- Three wheeled skid steers did not list hours (two 2025 Bobcat S590s and a 2015 John Deere 320E). They count in every table except the one on hours.
We will update this guide as more dealers list.
Used skid steer prices by age
Age is the first filter most buyers use. Here is how model year lines up with price for both types:
| Model year | Skid steers | Median price | Track loaders | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 and newer | 4 | $44,450 | 13 | $54,900 |
| 2018 to 2021 | 7 | $26,500 | 19 | $35,500 |
| 2013 to 2017 | 3 | $29,500 | 17 | $34,500 |
| 2012 and older | 8 | $18,200 | 1 | $29,900 |
The newest wheeled machines run from $35,000 to $52,900, and the 2012 and older group from $14,500 to $28,500. The 2013 to 2017 skid steers show why age alone is not enough. The cheapest of the three, a 2015 New Holland L220 at $12,500, has 9,813 hours on it. The other two are both listed at $29,500: a 2017 Bobcat S770 with 3,539 hours and a 2015 John Deere 320E whose listing does not give hours. With only three machines, one high-hour unit is enough to make the group look odd.
How hours change the price
Hours tell you how hard a machine has worked. In these listings, the median asking price drops steadily as hours go up, for both types: For normal ranges by machine type, see our guide on how many hours is a lot.
| Hours | Skid steers | Median price | Track loaders | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Under 1,000 | 6 | $31,250 | 7 | $64,900 |
| 1,000 to 2,999 | 6 | $27,200 | 34 | $36,200 |
| 3,000 to 4,999 | 4 | $18,500 | 9 | $34,500 |
| 5,000 and up | 3 | $16,900 | 0 | None listed |
Low hours do not always mean a high price. A 2011 Bobcat S70 with 545 hours is listed at $14,500, because the S70 is one of Bobcat’s smallest skid steers. A small machine with few hours can still cost less than a full-size one with three times the use.
Prices by brand
Bobcat is the most common brand in these listings: 13 of the 22 wheeled skid steers and 20 of the 50 track loaders.
| Brand | Skid steers (median) | Track loaders (median) |
|---|---|---|
| Bobcat | 13 listed ($27,500) | 20 listed ($41,000) |
| John Deere | 5 listed ($35,000) | 4 listed ($32,000) |
| Case | 3 listed ($14,900) | 4 listed ($34,500) |
| New Holland | 1 listed ($12,500) | None |
| Kubota | None | 7 listed ($42,500) |
| Takeuchi | None | 6 listed ($29,700) |
| Caterpillar | None | 6 listed ($34,700) |
| JCB | None | 3 listed ($59,900) |
Brand medians mostly reflect which machines happen to be for sale. The three Case skid steers are a 2001 and a 2005 model year, which is why their median is low. The three JCB track loaders are 2021 and 2022 machines with 800 hours or less. Use brand as a tiebreaker, and judge each machine on its own year, hours and condition.
What can you buy at each budget?
If you start from what you can spend, this is how the listings split:
| Asking price | Skid steers | Track loaders |
|---|---|---|
| Under $20,000 | 8 | 0 |
| $20,000 to $29,999 | 8 | 14 |
| $30,000 to $44,999 | 3 | 18 |
| $45,000 and up | 3 | 18 |
- Under $20,000: wheeled machines only, and all eight are 2018 or older. Expect high hours, a small frame or an older design.
- $20,000 to $30,000: the widest choice of wheeled skid steers, and the entry point for track loaders, mostly 2015 to 2018 units.
- $30,000 to $45,000: the middle of the track loader market. Only three wheeled machines sit here.
- $45,000 and up: late-model or large-frame machines, most of them track loaders.
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Browse used skid steers →Wheeled skid steer vs compact track loader prices
Tracked machines cost more in every age group above. Across the whole sample, the median compact track loader is listed about $10,000 higher than the median wheeled skid steer ($37,200 against $27,000). Compare machines of similar age and the gap holds: $9,000 at the median for 2018 to 2021 models.
Not sure which type you need? Our guide on skid steer vs compact track loader compares twin models and the work each one suits.
Part of that is the machine, part is the mix of what is for sale:
- The undercarriage: tracks, rollers, idlers and sprockets cost more to build and to replace than tires.
- Demand: contractors who grade, landscape or work in mud prefer tracks for flotation and traction.
- A younger fleet: half of the track loaders listed (25 of 50) are 2020 or newer, against 5 of the 22 wheeled skid steers.
If most of your work is on hard surfaces, a wheeled skid steer gives you more machine for the money. If you work in soft ground, the extra cost of a track loader often pays for itself in days you can keep working.
Mini skid steers
Four used mini skid steers (stand-on and walk-behind) were listed, from $15,500 to $27,500, with a median of $24,200. Two were 2021 and 2023 Kubota SCL1000s at $27,500 each, one a 2015 Vermeer S800TX at $20,900 and one a 2016 Bobcat MT55 at $15,500. All four had fewer than 800 hours. They suit landscapers and tight-access work, where a full-size machine will not fit through the gate.
Same model, different price: what the listings show
The tables give you the middle of the market. Individual listings show how wide it really is.
Three Bobcat S650s, from $17,500 to $37,500
A 2018 S650 with 3,371 hours is listed at $17,500. A 2019 with 6,535 hours is $22,500. A 2019 with 422 hours is $37,500. Same model, almost the same age, and a $20,000 spread that comes mostly from hours.
A newer Bobcat T770 for less
A 2023 T770 with 3,539 hours is listed at $39,500, while a 2021 T770 with 1,694 hours is $49,500. The older machine costs $10,000 more because it has worked half as much.
Two Case 1845Cs at the same price
Two 2001 Case 1845C skid steers from the same dealer are both listed at $14,900, one with 1,439 hours and one with 4,734. When hours do not move the price, ask what does: tires, cab, attachments or recent repairs.
What else moves the price of a used skid steer
Two machines of the same year and hours can be thousands of dollars apart. Look at these before comparing prices:
- Size class: small, medium and large frames are different machines with different rated operating capacities. Compare like with like.
- Cab: an enclosed cab with heat and air is worth real money in Pennsylvania winters and summers.
- Hydraulics: high-flow auxiliary hydraulics are needed for mulchers, cold planers and some augers, and raise the value.
- Controls: joystick (pilot) controls and two-speed travel are common upgrades that buyers pay for.
- Tires or tracks: a set near the end of its life can mean several thousand dollars soon after you buy.
- Attachments included: a bucket is standard. Forks, a grapple or a snow pusher add value if you will use them.
- Records: a machine with service history and one owner is easier to trust and easier to resell.
Auction or dealer: comparing like with like
Auction results often look cheaper than dealer asking prices, but they are not the same number. At auction you add a buyer’s premium, sometimes an online bidding fee, and Pennsylvania sales tax on top of the hammer price. Our guide on what a buyer’s premium really costs shows the math, and the auction calendar lists the next sales. If you want to try both routes, our guide to equipment auctions in Pennsylvania covers the regular sales and what to bring.
Example (illustrative numbers, not a specific sale):
❌ Wrong: “A skid steer sold for $24,000 at auction, so a dealer asking $26,500 is overpriced.”
✅ Right: “With a 10% premium and 6% tax, that $24,000 auction machine cost about $28,000 out the door. The dealer’s $26,500 plus tax is about $28,090, and I can inspect it and negotiate.”
How to tell if a used skid steer is fairly priced
- ✓ Compare against machines of the same type, size class and decade, not just the same brand.
- ✓ Check where its hours put it in the table above.
- ✓ Price in tires or tracks, attachments and any repairs you can see.
- ✓ Ask the dealer for service records and whether the price is negotiable.
- ☐ Inspect it in person, or ask for a cold-start video, before you agree on a price.
Common mistakes when comparing skid steer prices
Comparing a track loader with a wheeled machine
A $37,000 track loader and a $27,000 skid steer are both “skid steers” to many sellers, but they sit in different markets. Compare tracks with tracks.
Ignoring a missing hour reading
A listing with no hours is not a low-hour machine. Ask for a photo of the hour meter, and price the machine as average until you know.
Comparing a hammer price with an asking price
Auction results are the price before premium and tax. Dealer prices are the starting point of a negotiation. Put both on an all-in basis before you decide which is cheaper.
Used skid steers for sale in Pennsylvania
These are some of the newest wheeled skid steer listings on Heavy Listing, straight from the dealers:
And some of the newest compact track loaders:
The bottom line on used skid steer prices
The typical used skid steer price from a Pennsylvania dealer is in the high $20,000s for a wheeled machine and the high $30,000s for a compact track loader. What that means for your budget:
- Under $20,000 buys an older or high-hour wheeled machine. Budget time for an inspection.
- Around $25,000 to $30,000 gets you a choice of wheeled machines or an older track loader.
- Track loaders with 1,000 to 2,999 hours have a median around $36,000. Under 1,000 hours, the median jumps to $64,900.
Whatever you spend, check the hours against the tables above and ask the dealer what is behind the number.
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Find the right skid steer at the right price
Browse used skid steers and track loaders from Pennsylvania dealers, check the year, hours and price on each one, and contact the dealer directly.
Browse compact track loaders →Frequently asked questions
How much does a used skid steer cost?
On November 9, 2026, used wheeled skid steers listed by Pennsylvania dealers on Heavy Listing ranged from $12,500 to $52,900, with a median of $27,000. Compact track loaders ranged from $22,500 to $78,900, with a median of $37,200.
How much is a used Bobcat skid steer?
The 13 used Bobcat wheeled skid steers listed had a median asking price of $27,500, from $14,500 for an older small-frame S70 to $52,900 for a 2025 S590. The 20 Bobcat track loaders had a median of $41,000.
How much is a used compact track loader?
The 50 used compact track loaders listed had a median asking price of $37,200. None was under $20,000, and 18 were priced at $45,000 or more.
Why are compact track loaders more expensive than skid steers?
Tracks and their undercarriage cost more to build and replace than tires, and tracked machines are in high demand for grading and soft-ground work. In our sample the median track loader cost about $10,000 more.
How many hours is too many for a used skid steer?
There is no single cutoff, and service records tell you more than the meter. Price does fall as hours rise: in our sample, wheeled skid steers with 5,000 hours or more had a median price of $16,900, and no track loader was listed with that many hours.
Is it cheaper to buy a skid steer at auction?
The hammer price can be lower, but you pay a buyer’s premium, possibly an online fee, and sales tax on top. Compare the all-in auction cost with a dealer’s asking price before deciding.
