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The sticker shock on new trucks isn’t going away anytime soon. A brand-new heavy-duty unit can run between $150,000 and $300,000, depending on the model and application. For many businesses, that’s not just expensive—it’s unsustainable. Businesses are now considering used heavy-duty equipment as their first option. Let’s find out why.

1. Immediate Cost Savings That Add Up

Let’s break it down. A new vacuum truck may cost over $250,000. A similar used vacuum truck, fully operational, may cost a lot less. Big Truck & Equipment Sales even offers used vacuum trucks starting from $70,000, depending on the model, etc.

Used vacuum trucks last longer with regular truck preventive maintenance.

2. Better Availability—No Factory Wait Times

Order a new truck today, and you could be waiting months for delivery, longer for custom builds. That delay can hurt growth or even cost you contracts.

Used heavy-duty trucks, on the other hand, are often ready for pickup or delivery within days. That’s a big win for companies needing to respond to demand now, not next season.

If your crew needs used bucket trucks for utility jobs or maintenance work, pre-owned inventory means you don’t have to wait to get started.

3. Pre-Owned Doesn’t Mean Poor Performance

A used truck isn’t a worn-out truck. Many pre-owned fleet vehicles—especially those from municipalities or large contractors—have been maintained on strict service schedules.

At Big Truck & Equipment Sales, most trucks are:

• Inspected and reconditioned
• Low in mileage
• Equipped with functional hydraulics and PTOs
• Delivered in clean, work-ready condition

That means you’re getting a truck with plenty of life left, without paying new-truck premiums.

4. Lower Insurance and Registration Costs

New equipment often means higher premiums. Used trucks, with lower book value, tend to come with lower insurance rates and taxes.

For commercial buyers, this can mean:

• Lower monthly overhead
• Faster ROI on equipment
• Easier to insure multiple units without budget strain

So, if you’re adding used vacuum trucks to your environmental services fleet, you’re not just saving on purchase—you’re reducing ongoing costs, too.

5. Easier Financing Approvals

Getting approved for a six-figure new truck loan can be tough, especially for newer businesses. Financing a pre-owned truck is often more flexible.

Big Truck & Equipment Sales offers application-only financial programs up to $350,000 for used heavy-duty trucks. With affordable down payments and broad terms, you can spread out the cost without tying up every dollar.

Used trucks make it easier to grow, even with a limited credit history.

6. Proven Models with Fewer Surprises

New equipment sometimes comes with bugs. First-year models can have design or software issues that aren’t revealed until after they hit the road.

Used heavy-duty trucks have been field-tested. The problems are known—and often already fixed. You’re not the test case. You’re getting a vehicle that’s already proven itself in real-world conditions.

Buy Top-Quality Used Heavy-Duty Trucks

Big Truck & Equipment Sales has spent over 20 years helping businesses find dependable used heavy-duty trucks that are ready to work. From used bucket trucks and vacuum trucks to digger derricks for sale and sweepers, our inventory is clean, low-mileage, and work-ready.

If you’re ready to invest in pre-owned equipment without the new-equipment price tag, we are here to help you make the right move. Contact us today.