Southeast Asia is witnessing a powerful resurgence in construction and mining activities, propelling demand for affordable, high-performance used machinery. According to Arizton research, the Southeast Asia used construction equipment market is valued at USD 1.83 billion in 2024 and is set to climb to USD 2.39 billion by 2030, expanding at a CAGR of 4.54%. With infrastructure investments surging, mining output rising, and economic growth averaging 4.5–5%, nations like Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines are emerging as key engines driving market expansion.
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Report Summary:
Market Size (2030): USD 2.39 Billion
Market Size (2024): USD 1.83 Billion
CAGR (2024-2030): 4.54%
Market Size (Volume): 86,517 Units (2030)
Historic Year: 2021-2023
Base Year: 2024
Forecast Year: 2025-2030
Market Segmentation: EARTHMOVING Equipment, Road Construction Equipment, Material Handling Equipment, AND Geography
End-Users: Construction, Mining, Manufacturing, AND Others
Regional Analysis: Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, AND Rest OF Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia Turns to Chinese Used Equipment to Bridge Cost and Technology Gaps
Southeast Asia’s construction sector is witnessing a rapid shift toward affordable fleet expansion, driven by rising imports of used construction equipment from China. Countries such as Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Singapore increasingly rely on Chinese machinery due to the limited availability of high-quality domestic production. Hitachi Construction Auctioneer and other exporters are supplying used units primarily to Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines, where cost-sensitive contractors dominate demand. Chinese brands have become the ideal middle ground between high-cost new units and older Japanese or European machines that are harder to source.
Backed by technological improvements, telematics, fuel-efficient engines, and modular parts for easier servicing, Chinese OEMs are closing the quality gap while expanding regional dealer and service networks. This evolution is reducing downtime risks and boosting buyer confidence. As a result, Southeast Asian markets are rapidly embracing imported Chinese equipment as a faster, lower-cost path to fleet modernization and infrastructure growth.
Southeast Asia Construction Sites Go Smart: Automation Powers Used Equipment Demand
Southeast Asia is experiencing growing demand for used construction equipment equipped with automation, telematics, and advanced technologies such as electric and hybrid powertrains. OEMs in the region are increasingly adopting connectivity and semi-autonomous systems, driving strong interest in excavators, wheel loaders, and forklifts with remote monitoring, preventive maintenance, and utilization tracking. Late-model used machines now often feature remote-control capabilities, sensors, and safety-enhancing assist systems, allowing contractors to reduce on-site headcount, improve operational efficiency, and manage complex urban projects more effectively. At the same time, tightening emissions regulations, rising fuel costs, and a growing focus on environmental sustainability are boosting the value of hybrid and electrified used equipment, or units ready for conversion, positioning advanced used machinery as a strategic solution for modern construction operations across the region.
Southeast Asia’s 66% Renewable Goal Set to Drive Southeast Asia’s Used Equipment Market in 2025
Southeast Asia is witnessing a surge in energy demand in 2025, with governments increasingly shifting focus from fossil fuels to sustainable renewable sources. The region’s renewable energy market is projected to grow substantially, with renewables expected to account for 66% of energy supply by 2050, driven largely by solar and wind farms. Supportive policies such as Feed-in Tariffs, renewable energy auctions, and Direct Power Purchase Agreements are accelerating this transition. This renewable energy boom is transforming the regional used construction equipment market, as projects in solar and wind require extensive earthmoving, grading, piling, and foundation work. With tight schedules and budget considerations, contractors increasingly rely on used excavators, loaders, cranes, graders, and compactors to efficiently prepare sites, handle trenching, and install racking systems, making cost-effective equipment an essential part of Southeast Asia’s green energy push.
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Key Vendors
- Caterpillar
- Komatsu
- Volvo Construction Equipment
- Hitachi Construction Machinery
- SANY
- Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co. Ltd. (XCMG)
- JCB
- Kobelco
- Zoomlion
Other Prominent Vendors
- HD Hyundai Construction Equipment Co., Ltd.
- Liugong Machinery CO., LTD.
- Sumitomo Construction Machinery Co., Ltd.
- Yanmar Co., Ltd.
- Liebherr Group
Distributors Profiles
- TAT HONG
- United Tractors
- Multicranes Perkasa
- Ritchie Bros.
- Hitachi Construction Machinery Japan
- JSSR Auction
- Estec
- Asia International Auctioneers Inc.
Market Segmentation& Forecast
By Type
Earthmoving Equipment:
- Excavator
- Backhoe Loaders
- Motor Graders
- Other Earthmoving Equipment (Other loaders, Bulldozers, Trenchers, Motor Graders)
Road Construction Equipment
- Road Rollers
- Asphalt Pavers
Material Handling Equipment
- Crane
- Forklift & Telescopic Handlers
- Aerial Platforms (Articulated Boom Lifts, Telescopic Boom lifts, Scissor lifts)
End Users
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Mining
- Others
Geography
- Indonesia
- Thailand
- Philippines
- Malaysia
- Vietnam
- Rest Of Southeast Asia
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