Recent content by GeraldVasquez05

Hey everyone, I’m planning to attend my first Ritchie Bros. auction at the upcoming event and want to make sure I don’t go in blind. For those who’ve been before, what tips would you give first-time bidders to avoid overpaying or missing key details? Any advice on inspections, bidding strategy...

Hey @George , this comes up a lot . . generally load it forward with the bucket low and slightly curled, bed flat, take it slow on the ramps, and make sure the weight's centered just ahead of the trailer axles so you're not beating up the tail or getting squirrelly on the road.

Hey everyone, what are your best tips for transporting heavy equipment without risking damage or costly delays? Do you rely more on proper tie-downs, route planning, or experienced haulers to avoid issues? Would love to hear real-world lessons learned-especially mistakes others can avoid.

most of the time you'll find bulldozer capacity charts in the operator/tech manual or spec sheets online, and some machines even have load info on a sticker in the cab - good to check all three before you push dirt.