AuctionTime & TractorHouse Equipment Shipping Guide for Buyers

How AuctionTime and TractorHouse Auctions Work

AuctionTime operates on a "sell from where it sits" model — equipment is listed and sold from its current location, whether that's a dealer lot, farm, construction site, or auction yard. This means buyers must arrange transport from wherever the seller is located, which can be anywhere in the country.

TractorHouse and MachineryTrader are sister platforms under the same network, and equipment listed on these sites may also be sold through AuctionTime. The buyer's responsibility for transport begins the moment the auction closes and payment is confirmed.

Step-by-Step: Shipping Equipment You Won on AuctionTime

1. Confirm payment and pickup authorization: Complete payment to the auctioneer or seller. Most sellers require payment confirmation before releasing the equipment to a carrier.
2. Get the pickup details: Obtain the exact pickup address, contact name, phone number, and any access requirements (gate codes, appointment windows, forklift availability).
3. Know your equipment specs: Get the machine's make, model, year, weight, and dimensions. This information is needed to select the right trailer and calculate permit requirements.
4. Request a transport quote: Contact IronHaul with the pickup location, delivery address, and equipment specs. We'll provide an all-in quote including permits and escorts.
5. Schedule pickup promptly: AuctionTime sellers and auctioneers typically have removal deadlines. Missing the deadline can result in storage fees or forfeiture. Book transport as soon as the auction closes.
6. Coordinate with the seller: Confirm the pickup appointment with the seller and provide the carrier's contact information so they can coordinate access.

Removal Deadlines and Storage Fees

One of the most common pain points for AuctionTime buyers is missing removal deadlines. Sellers set their own removal windows, which can be as short as 3–7 days after the auction closes. Storage fees for heavy equipment can run $25–$100 per day or more, and some sellers will charge for the full storage period even if you arrange pickup before the deadline.

IronHaul recommends booking transport before the auction closes if you're confident you'll win. If that's not possible, book within 24 hours of winning. Our team can often arrange pickup within 2–5 business days of booking, depending on location and trailer availability.

Trailer Types for AuctionTime Equipment

Equipment Type	Typical Trailer	Notes
Tractors, combines, farm equipment	Flatbed or step-deck	Most farm equipment fits on a flatbed
Skid steers, compact track loaders	Flatbed or step-deck	Often multiple units per load
Excavators (mini to 20-ton)	Step-deck or lowboy	Depends on height and weight
Excavators (20-ton+), dozers	Lowboy or RGN	Oversize permits likely required
Cranes, large equipment	Multi-axle RGN	Superload permits may be required
Trucks, trailers	Flatbed or drive-away	Operational trucks can often be driven

What to Tell IronHaul When Requesting a Quote

• Equipment make, model, and year
• Equipment weight (from the listing or manufacturer specs)
• Equipment dimensions: length, width, height in transport position
• Pickup address (city and state minimum; full address preferred)
• Delivery address
• Removal deadline from the seller
• Whether the equipment is operational (can it drive onto a trailer?)
• Any special access requirements at the pickup location

Why Use IronHaul for AuctionTime Pickups?

IronHaul Logistics has extensive experience with auction equipment pickups from AuctionTime, TractorHouse, MachineryTrader, and other platforms. We understand the time pressure of removal deadlines, the importance of accurate equipment specs for permit planning, and the coordination required with sellers who may be unfamiliar with heavy-haul logistics. Our team handles permits, escorts, and scheduling so you can focus on your next auction win.

Won equipment on AuctionTime or TractorHouse? Contact IronHaul Logistics immediately to arrange transport. Call (208) 495-2260, email [email protected], or submit your load details online. We'll get your equipment moving before the removal deadline.