What’s the Life Expectancy of Used Equipment?

Considering shopping for a used piece of equipment? Then you may be wondering just how long the machine may last. While used models are much more affordable than new ones, the last thing you want is to lose your investment because your used equipment fell apart after only a few uses. To learn how long your used equipment may last, check out our informative article below!

Equipment Type

Unfortunately, with so many different types of equipment on the market, it’s not possible for us to give you an exact estimate of how long your machinery will last. In fact, a variety of factors will need to be considered in order to accurately gauge your model’s life expectancy. However, a great way to get a loose idea of how long your machine may last is to read the owner’s manual. This should give you some idea of the equipment’s expected operating hours throughout its lifetime, which you can begin to subtract from based on its age, condition, etc. 

Up-Keep and Care 

Most equipment on the market is designed for durability, longevity, and heavy-duty use. As a result—unless your model has been severely neglected—you can still expect your used equipment to last for many years. However, we still advise getting as much information as possible on the machine's background and previous care. If your model hasn’t been well cared for in the past you may need to immediately replace a few of its parts, and give your equipment a little extra care and attention throughout its lifetime.

Searching for a well cared for piece of used equipment that’s guaranteed to last for years to come? Look no further than our locations here in Royse City and Terrell, Texas! At Four Brothers Outdoor Power we offer an enormous inventory of used equipment, all of which is thoroughly inspected before being placed on our lot. If you’re located nearby in Garland, Canton, or Greenville, Texas, we hope to see you soon here at Four Brothers Outdoor Power.