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Auction Details
Auction Started: Aug 5, 2026 09:00 PM MDT
Auction Ends: Aug 9, 2026 09:00 PM MDT
State of Connecticut [View seller's auctions]
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Description
Description:
This auction is for one John Deere 544E front-end loader. The machine is orange in color (paint has been changed from original green) and equipped with a large front bucket. Unit has been stored outdoors and shows visible wear, rust, and weathering.
Equipment Details:
• Manufacturer: John Deere
• Model: 544E
• Type: Front-End Loader
• Front bucket with heavy rust
• Enclosed cab
• Four large off-road tires
• Paint is faded and not original color
• Rust present on bucket, loader arms, and frame
• Operational status unknown
• Engine, hydraulics, transmission, and electrical systems not tested
• Buyer should assume non-running unless inspected
Approximate Dimensions:
• Length: approx. 18–22 ft
• Width: approx. 7–8 ft
• Height: approx. 9–10 ft
Condition:
• Used
• Rusted components
• Weathered exterior
• Tires appear intact but aged
• Sold as-is, where-is, with no warranty or guarantee
Removal:
Buyer is responsible for all loading, towing, equipment, and transportation. Heavy equipment trailer is necessary
* * * PICK UP LOCATION IS LOCATED IN COLCHESTER, ADRESS IS
SURPRESSED UNTIL ITEM IS CLAIMED & PICK UP ARRAGEMENTS
ARE MADE. * * *
Sold As Is
Pick-Up by Appointment Only
All items must be picked up within 5 business days after payment is received.
Buyers must:
- Make payment for their auction item(s)
- Contact the seller to schedule a confirmed pick-up appointment
- Receive a confirmed date and time
- Arrive with their receipt and a valid photo ID
Buyers who arrive without an appointment, without receipt, or without ID will not be able to pick up their item(s).
If no contact is made within the 5-day pickup window, the auction will be forfeited with no refund issued.
Buyer Responsibility
The buyer is fully responsible for pickup and loading.
Please plan appropriately and bring the necessary vehicle(s), equipment, and manpower.
No shipping is available at any time.
As-Is Condition
All items are sold As-Is, Where-Is.
The Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection (DESPP), Middletown, CT, makes no warranties or guarantees of any kind—express or implied—regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
The bidder is not entitled to any compensation for lost profit or any other damages, including special, direct, indirect, or consequential damages.
Disclaimer
Standard Disclaimer for the State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services:
BUYER MUST PICK UP OR ARRANGE FOR ALL SHIPPING (BOXING AND PACKAGING, AS WELL)
State of CT does not currently answer questions on auctions.
PayMac handles all payments for State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services. Payment for an awarded item must be received within 5 business days of close of auction.
Buyers Premium: A 7% Buyer Premium will be added to the final sale price with a $1 minimum charge per auction to collect payment.
All sales are final. Public Surplus will notify buyer of receipt of payment via email. Buyer must remove auction item(s) from said agencies premises within 5 business days of notification by Public Surplus of receipt of payment. The payment receipt must be presented at the time of pick up or the said agency will not release the item to you.
Bid Deposits: State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services may require bid deposits to ensure fairness and equity to all buyers as a way to decrease default bidding.
Pick-up hours by appointment only. Successful bidder will be responsible for removal of item.