Ritchie Bros. Will Extend Orlando Auction to Six Days
The annual heavy equipment auction in Orlando will add an extra day to accommodate rising demand for inventory.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Trucks
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Ritchie Bros. is expanding its annual heavy equipment auction in Orlando to six days, with the event now scheduled to run from February 15 to February 20, 2027. This extension aims to provide more selling options and capacity for equipment following high levels of participation in previous years.
Why it matters
The decision to add a sixth day directly addresses the growing demand from both consignors and buyers for more inventory space and flexibility. By increasing the event duration, the company seeks to manage the significant volume of assets and registrants that characterize its major Florida auction.
The 2026 Orlando auction saw over 19,500 registrants bid on more than 14,500 assets, including 6,500 pieces of construction equipment and 2,600 trucks and trailers. Ritchie Bros. currently manages over 60 full-service yards in 14 countries.
The players
Ritchie Bros.
This global industrial auctioneer operates more than 60 full-service yards and provides marketplace access to bidders in over 190 countries.
The details
The expansion allows for enhanced logistics and inspection opportunities during the preview days leading up to the main event. Prospective buyers can physically inspect equipment on-site in Orlando from February 10 to February 14, 2027, before the bidding window opens.
Timeline
February 10 to 14, 2027: On-site equipment inspection days.
February 15 to 20, 2027: The scheduled six-day heavy equipment auction.
Roadmap
This extension mirrors the growing global reliance on industrial secondary markets to secure heavy machinery and commercial vehicles. It positions the company to maintain its competitive advantage by scaling infrastructure to meet the heightened activity seen across the broader construction and logistics sectors.
Local bidders and contractors can utilize the extra day to finalize inspections and coordinate the transport of purchased equipment. The extended schedule provides buyers with more time to evaluate the 2,600-plus truck and trailer units typically featured in this annual inventory.
The takeaway
The move underscores how large-scale industrial auctions are adapting to the high volume of secondary equipment trading. Buyers should plan their on-site inspections for the days immediately preceding the auction to ensure they have sufficient time to assess the large number of available assets.
Further reading
Find more information on equipment sales and industry trends on the Trucks page.
More information
View full details and register for the event on the February 2027 auction information page.
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