Tips for Buying Used Heavy Equipment That Ensure Performance

Tips for Buying Used Heavy Equipment in UAE from this article. One should create an inspection checklist before buying used heavy equipment. This task is as important as the entire process of shopping at a dealer point. By having this ready in hand, the selection and decision-making become easy and fast. 

Let us look at some of the factors significant when buying Used Construction Equipment in Dubai. 

Equipment Age 

Knowing how old the equipment is, helps to estimate how much longer it will last. For example, if one is looking at a used JCB in Dubai, then one will know that an excavator has a life span of around 8000 to 10000 working hours. If the used excavator has already done 2000 Hours, one will understand that it still has 6000-8000 use time left. It will also help in the repair and replacement cost and depreciation, which will help to determine the fair price. 

Inspection of the equipment body, including documents

Inspecting Used Heavy Equipment is a must before deciding to close the deal. Checking the body of the equipment will show up any repairs for dents. The condition of the cab and overall looks will give an idea of how recklessly or carefully the previous owner used it. 

Check the service maintenance records of the equipment, including its usage details, any damage claim from the insurance. From the service records, one can get an idea of fluid change intervals, frequent problems, and requiring maintenance. Documents give the history of the equipment, and one will know when the engine, transmission, and hydraulic last serviced. Thus, it will give an idea about the proper upkeep of the equipment previously. 

Engine exhaust inspection 

Taking a test drive is mandatory as it will reveal the condition of the engine. The noise and vibrations are an indicator of the engine’s health. Checking the exhaust will reveal the internal state of the engine. The color of smoke will tell everything. If the smoke is black, it means inadequate filtration; white smoke will tell coolant and water spreading in the oil, and blue smoke will indicate a broken valve seal or ring letting in excess oil, thus causing the engine to overheat. 

The repair costs of these components are pretty high, and in the long run, they may outweigh the benefits of the lower upfront cost of used equipment. 

Cab examination

Construction equipment is used continuously for 6-8 hours every day in harsh environments, and the operator driver needs to have the best workstation to perform effectively. Check the pedals, sticks, dashboard, seats, steering are all working in good condition. Even the seat upholstery of the cab gives the idea about how the equipment was maintained. 

Do a test drive 

It is good to take along a technical person or a driver of similar equipment when purchasing used equipment. Driving the equipment and performing some test loads will give an idea about the condition of the equipment. 

Used equipment will not be the same as a new one, yet one must go ahead with such equipment with certain limitations. The reassuring part is that buying Heavy Equipment companies in UAE from reputable dealers like Anwar Al Quds Machinery will ensure that the equipment has been refurbished and damaged parts already replaced to provide optimum performance.