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What does business equipment actually cost?

Straight price breakdowns for the machines that run businesses — new and used ranges, what moves the price, and the finish-out costs first-time buyers forget. Independent, current, and specific to each machine type. Researching a purchase? Start here, then check the financing guide.

• How much does an excavator cost?

  A full-size excavator typically costs $40,000 to $350,000. Used mid-size machines run $40,000–$90,000, late-model used $90,000–$150,000, and new 20-to-50-ton machines $150,000–$350,000+, before attachments.

• How much does a skid steer cost?

  A skid steer typically costs $15,000 to $90,000. Older used machines run $15,000–$30,000, new standard-frame units $45,000–$70,000, and large high-flow machines up to $90,000, before attachments.

• How much does a mini excavator cost?

  A mini excavator typically costs $20,000 to $110,000. Used compact machines run $20,000–$45,000, and new units from about $45,000 for a 1–2 ton up to $110,000 for a 7–10 ton, before attachments.

• How much does a food trailer cost?

  A food trailer typically costs $15,000 to $150,000. Basic used concession trailers start around $15,000, mid-range custom builds run $30,000–$70,000, and fully-equipped custom trailers $70,000–$150,000+.

• How much does a food truck cost?

  A food truck typically costs $30,000 to $200,000. A used truck with a basic retrofit runs $30,000–$50,000, a full used build-out $50,000–$90,000, and a new custom truck $90,000–$200,000+.

• How much does a dump trailer cost?

  A dump trailer typically costs $5,000 to $35,000. Small single-axle trailers start around $5,000, the popular 14-foot 14k-GVWR size runs $12,000–$18,000, and heavy-duty gooseneck units reach $35,000.

• How much does a forklift cost?

  A forklift typically costs $8,000 to $60,000. Used warehouse forklifts run $8,000–$25,000, new internal-combustion units $22,000–$40,000, and new electric or higher-capacity lifts up to $60,000, before attachments.

• How much does a box truck cost?

  A box truck typically costs $20,000 to $120,000. Used 16–26 ft trucks run $20,000–$45,000, late-model used $45,000–$75,000, and new 26 ft models $85,000–$120,000.

• How much does a tow truck cost?

  A tow truck typically costs $35,000 to $500,000. Used rollbacks run $35,000–$75,000, new rollbacks $110,000–$160,000, and heavy-duty wreckers $150,000–$500,000+ (50-ton rotators reach $750,000).

• How much does a bucket truck cost?

  A bucket truck typically costs $30,000 to $250,000. Older used forestry units run $30,000–$55,000, mid-age used $55,000–$95,000, and new builds $140,000–$250,000+.

• How much does a CNC machine cost?

  A CNC machine typically costs $15,000 to $400,000 for business-grade equipment. Benchtop units run $15,000–$40,000, entry VMCs $50,000–$90,000, and production VMCs and lathes $90,000–$400,000, before tooling.

• How much does a commercial mower cost?

  A commercial mower typically costs $8,000 to $18,000 per unit, and a two-crew fleet with trailer and handhelds runs $45,000–$60,000. Commercial zero-turns start around $8,000.

• How much does a sawmill cost?

  A sawmill typically costs $3,000 to $500,000+. Portable manual band mills run $3,000–$30,000, portable hydraulic mills $30,000–$110,000, and stationary industrial lines $150,000–$500,000+.

• How much does a wood chipper cost?

  A commercial wood chipper typically costs $10,000 to $90,000. Used 12-inch towable units run $10,000–$30,000, new 12–15 inch chippers $35,000–$60,000, and new 18-inch drum machines $60,000–$90,000.

• How much does a reefer trailer cost?

  A reefer trailer typically costs $20,000 to $110,000. Used 8–12 year trailers run $20,000–$45,000, 4–7 year units $45,000–$70,000, and new 53-footers $75,000–$110,000.

• How much does a septic truck cost?

  A septic pump truck typically costs $45,000 to $300,000. Used pumpers run $45,000–$90,000, late-model used $90,000–$160,000, and new builds $160,000–$300,000+.

• How much does a commercial pizza oven cost?

  A commercial pizza oven typically costs $5,000 to $50,000. Deck ovens run $8,000–$25,000, conveyor ovens $15,000–$40,000, and wood-fired brick ovens $10,000–$45,000 — plus hood and ventilation.

• How much does a fiber laser cutter cost?

  A fiber laser cutter typically costs $20,000 to $800,000+. Entry 1.5–3 kW machines run $20,000–$130,000, 6 kW production machines $200,000–$400,000, and 12 kW+ machines $400,000–$800,000+, before facility work.

• How much does a DTF/DTG printer cost?

  A DTF or DTG printer typically costs $3,000 to $90,000. Desktop DTF setups run $3,000–$15,000, entry DTG printers $10,000–$25,000, and production DTF and DTG lines $25,000–$90,000.

• How much does a laser engraver cost?

  A laser engraver typically costs $2,500 to $120,000. Desktop CO2 machines run $2,500–$15,000, large-format CO2 $15,000–$40,000, fiber/galvo metal markers $8,000–$35,000, and industrial systems up to $120,000.

• How much does a stump grinder cost?

  A stump grinder typically costs $5,000 to $75,000. Tow-behind units run $5,000–$18,000, compact self-propelled machines $20,000–$40,000, and production self-propelled grinders $40,000–$75,000.

• How much does an aerial lift cost?

  An aerial lift typically costs $8,000 to $200,000. Used scissor lifts run $6,000–$15,000, new scissor lifts $15,000–$30,000, used 40–45 ft booms $25,000–$55,000, and 60 ft+ booms $50,000–$200,000.

• How much does a commercial embroidery machine cost?

  A commercial embroidery machine typically costs $8,000 to $150,000. Used single-head machines run $7,000–$15,000, new single-heads $15,000–$25,000, and 4–6 head machines $45,000–$80,000, with large multi-heads climbing higher.

• How much does a firewood processor cost?

  A firewood processor typically costs $15,000 to $190,000+. Entry machines run $15,000–$35,000, mid-range processors $35,000–$70,000, and commercial-throughput units $70,000–$190,000+.

• How much does a brewery system cost?

  Brewery equipment typically costs $30,000 to $500,000. A nano 3.5 BBL system runs $30,000–$60,000, a 7 BBL brewhouse with fermenters $80,000–$150,000, and a 10–15 BBL production setup $150,000–$350,000 — plus glycol, boiler, and install.

• How much does a hotshot rig cost?

  A hotshot rig typically costs $40,000 to $120,000. A used dually runs $35,000–$60,000 and a new one $65,000–$90,000, with a 40 ft gooseneck adding $12,000–$22,000 new (or $8,000–$15,000 used).

• How much does a paint booth cost?

  A paint booth typically costs $10,000 to $150,000 as a complete project. The booth itself runs $15,000–$80,000 by airflow design, and installation, fire suppression, and permits add $20,000–$70,000.

• How much does a golf cart fleet cost?

  A golf cart fleet typically costs $40,000 to $600,000+. New carts run $5,000–$9,500 each; a course refresh of 60–80 carts is $300,000–$400,000, and rental fleets of 10–30 carts $60,000–$250,000.

• How much does a commercial coffee roaster cost?

  A commercial coffee roaster typically costs $5,000 to $150,000. Micro roasters run $5,000–$15,000, shop roasters (5–12 kg) $15,000–$50,000, and production roasters (15–35 kg) $50,000–$150,000 — plus ventilation.

• How much does a salon cost?

  Salon equipment typically costs $10,000 to $150,000. Individual styling stations run $1,500–$5,000 each, a full 4–6 chair build-out $30,000–$80,000, and med-spa devices $30,000–$150,000.

• How much does a gym cost?

  Gym equipment typically costs $25,000 to $300,000. A boutique strength studio runs $25,000–$60,000, a full-service commercial floor $150,000–$300,000 new, and a remanufactured full floor $80,000–$160,000.

• How much does a car wash cost?

  Car wash equipment typically costs $40,000 to $1,000,000+. An in-bay automatic runs $40,000–$150,000, self-serve bay equipment $15,000–$30,000 per bay, and an express tunnel equipment package $400,000–$1,000,000+.

• How much does a veterinary practice cost?

  Veterinary equipment typically costs $25,000 to $250,000. A first-clinic core (exam and surgery basics) runs $25,000–$60,000, digital radiography $25,000–$60,000, and a mobile clinic build $80,000–$250,000.

• How much does a pressure washing rig cost?

  A commercial pressure washing rig typically costs $8,000 to $45,000. A cold-water trailer rig runs $8,000–$18,000, a hot-water rig $15,000–$30,000, and a full multi-service build $30,000–$45,000.

• How much does a carpet cleaning truckmount cost?

  A carpet cleaning truckmount typically costs $15,000 to $90,000. A slide-in machine runs $15,000–$35,000, a used van plus used mount $25,000–$50,000, and a new integrated van package $60,000–$90,000.

• How much does an auto shop cost?

  Auto shop equipment typically costs $10,000 to $150,000. A two-post lift runs $3,500–$7,000 installed, a tire changer and balancer package $10,000–$22,000, an alignment machine and rack $30,000–$60,000, and a full 4-bay build $80,000–$150,000.

• How much does a pet grooming setup cost?

  A pet grooming setup typically costs $15,000 to $150,000. Salon equipment runs $8,000–$15,000 per station and a 2–3 station build-out $20,000–$60,000, while a mobile grooming van runs $45,000 used to $150,000 new.

• How much does a cargo van cost?

  A cargo van typically costs $20,000 to $75,000. Used vans run $20,000–$40,000, new standard-roof vans $42,000–$55,000, and new high-roof Sprinter-class vans $55,000–$75,000, plus $2,000–$10,000 for a trade upfit.

• How much does a screen printing setup cost?

  A screen printing setup typically costs $5,000 to $120,000. A complete manual press setup runs $5,000–$15,000, an entry automatic press $35,000–$55,000, and a production 8–12 color automatic $55,000–$90,000.

• How much does a BBQ smoker trailer cost?

  A BBQ smoker trailer typically costs $10,000 to $80,000. A straight pit trailer runs $10,000–$25,000, a production-brand pit trailer $20,000–$40,000, and a full vending trailer with a service kitchen $40,000–$80,000.

• How much does a dental practice cost?

  Dental equipment typically costs $20,000 to $250,000. A complete operatory runs $30,000–$60,000 (a 3-op startup is $100,000–$180,000 in operatories alone), digital 2D imaging $20,000–$45,000, and CBCT 3D imaging $75,000–$150,000.

• How much does an optometry practice cost?

  Optometry equipment typically costs $25,000 to $250,000. A complete exam lane runs $25,000–$50,000, OCT retinal imaging $40,000–$80,000, and an in-house edging lab $15,000–$45,000, with a full multi-lane practice at the top.

• How much does a laundromat cost?

  Laundromat equipment typically costs $50,000 to $500,000. Commercial washers run $3,500–$15,000 each and stacked dryers $6,000–$12,000, while a full retool of a 2,000–3,000 sq ft store runs $150,000–$500,000.

• How much does a chiropractic office cost?

  Chiropractic equipment typically costs $5,000 to $120,000. A functional clinic equips for $25,000–$60,000, with adjusting tables at $3,000–$12,000 each, therapy modalities $5,000–$30,000, and a digital X-ray suite $25,000–$60,000.