Michiana Equipment Auction – Middlebury, IN

11751 CR 12, Middlebury, IN, 46540
February 28, 2025, 9:00 am
Owner: Various Consignors
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Specializing in All Heavy Equipment, Including Construction, Excavating, Sawmill, Forestry, Trucks, and Trailers.

Date: February 28, 2025, 9 AM EDT - Live, Onsite auction!

Location: Second Mile Center of Michiana - 11751 CR 12, Middlebury, IN, 46540

Sellers: Various Consignors - This is an absolute auction, meaning there are no minimums, no reserves, and no seller bidding. The highest bidder will be the new owner!

Equipment Specialist: Zak Bontrager - (260) 221-2628 / zakb@brightstarauctions.com

Yard Manager: Myron Miller - (574) 536-6306 / mm@brightstarauctions.com

Bright Star is excited to provide a consignment auction to serve your area. Our goal is to provide sellers with an easy option to turn their unused heavy equipment into cash. We provide cutting-edge marketing to earn seller’s top dollar for their equipment. Buyers can be expected to be treated fairly and with absolute transparency and integrity. We look forward to handling all the details for you!

Terms: 7% IN sales tax applies. There is a 10% onsite and a 13% online buyer’s premium in effect for all purchases. All items must be paid for before removal. All payments are due upon receipt of the invoice. All items sell WHERE IS AS IS with no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. The buyer is responsible for inspecting all merchandise prior to placing bids.

To schedule a loadout appointment:

Shipping:

  • Call Nathaniel at Showcase Shipping for all of your shipping needs at (570) 660-4246.

Important note:

  • To avoid confusion, please ensure the trucking broker and/or truck driver has a copy of your invoice when picking up your items.
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Bright Star is excited to provide a consignment auction to serve your area. Our goal is to provide sellers with an easy option to turn their unused equipment into cash. We provide cutting edge marketing to earn sellers top dollar for their equipment. Buyers can be expected to be treated fairly and with absolute transparency and integrity. We look forward to working with you. This is an absolute auction with no minimums and no reserves—the highest bidder will be the new owner!Auction Specialist: Myron Miller 574-536-6306Titled Vehicles: Once your payment is received and clears our bank, you will be contacted to confirm your information. You can expect Your title within 7 business days after the information is confirmed. If you do not contact us to confirm your information, you will receive the title approx. 30 days after the auction and it will be filled in with the information that you registered with. 
Buyers are responsible to do their own inspection to determine the condition of the items they purchase. Inspections times are available as follows: Consignment deadline is Friday February 21st. Drop off times are from 12 - 4PM Monday-Friday. Myron Miller 574-536-6306 mm@brightstarauctions.comLocation: 11751 CR 12 Middlebury, IN 46540
Free loadout will be available on auction day until 4 PM, Saturday, March 1st from 8AM to 1PM, and Monday to Friday from 8AM-4PM from March 3rd to March 14th.Starting March 17th, loadout will be by appointment only with a $25 per item loadout fee. Any items not picked up in 30 days after the auction become the property of the auction company. To make an appointment contact Myron Miller by phone 574-536-6306 or email mm@brightstarauctions.comWe will assist you with loading on all items if needed.Logistic OPT: Showcase Shipping Nathaniel 570-660-4246To help avoid confusion, please make sure the Trucking Broker and/or the Truck Driver has a copy of your invoice when he arrives pick up your items 
Payment terms: 7% sales tax, 10% Onsite and 13% Online Buyer's Premium in effect for all purchases. Cash, check, wire transfer. Cash Payments totaling $10,000 or more will not be accepted. Credit cards are only accepted on invoices with a total of less than $2500. All payments are due immediately upon receipt of your invoice. Onsite buyers, payment is due the day of the auction. Onsite payments will only be accepted at the auction location on auction day up to one hour post auction. After that, payment must be made to the corporate office by calling 574-825-0704. If onsite bidders wish to send a wire and still be assessed only the onsite buyer’s premium, they must present a bank letter of credit (with limit stated equal to or higher than the amount owed by bidder) and wire must be sent no later than one business day after the auction.   
Secure the equipment you need with Bright Star Financial Services. Enjoy fast, flexible options tailored to your business needs. Apply now for pre-approval and bid with confidence! Learn more at brightstarauctions.com/finance.  
Have fun buying a high-quality, die-cast toy! All proceeds including buyer's premium will go to Feed My Starving Children (FMSC) which is a Christian nonprofit dedicated to seeing every child and person around the world healthy, nourished and whole in body and spirit. Bright Star will pay for standard shipping and handling to the 48 contiguous states for buyers of this lot. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jYATxeDmuzM&t=8s
Model A333, works for 1/2" 5/8" or 3/4" banding, new in box. Shipping available for $30
Lifting Capacity: 840 Lbs. Engine Brand: RATO 740. Engine Capacity: 23 Hp. Engine Displacement/Cylinders : 739/2. Motor Speed: 3600 Rpm. Cooling Method: Air-cooled. Drive System: Hydraulic guided drive. Dumping Height: 60 ln. Discharge Distance: 17.8 In. Total Cycling Time: 9 s. Travel Speed: 5.5 Km/h. Standard Lifting Capacity: 770 Lbs. Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity: 20 L. Tires: 180x72x37. Electrical System : 12 V. Contact Myron Miller with any questions 574-536-6306
Lifting Capacity: 840 Lbs. Engine Brand: RATO 740. Engine Capacity: 23 Hp. Engine Displacement/Cylinders : 739/2. Motor Speed: 3600 Rpm. Cooling Method: Air-cooled. Drive System: Hydraulic guided drive. Dumping Height: 60 ln. Discharge Distance: 17.8 In. Total Cycling Time: 9 s. Travel Speed: 5.5 Km/h. Standard Lifting Capacity: 770 Lbs. Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity: 20 L. Tires: 180x72x37. Electrical System : 12 V. Contact Myron Miller with any questions 574-536-6306
Lifting Capacity: 840 Lbs. Engine Brand: RATO 740. Engine Capacity: 22-25 Hp. Engine Displacement/Cylinders : 639/2. Motor Speed: 3600 Rpm. Cooling Method: Air-cooled. Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.2 Lbs. Drive System: Hydraulic guided drive. Dumping Height: 60 ln. Discharge Distance: 17.8 In. Total Cycling Time: 9 s. Travel Speed: 6 Km/h. Standard Lifting Capacity: 770 Lbs. Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity: 20 Qt. Tires: 7x 28 In. Electrical System : 12 V. Contact Myron Miller with any questions 574-536-6306.
Electric start, open operator station, 40 in bucket. Contact Myron Miller with any questions, 574-536-6306
SN: JKUS0751E01S10647. Meter reads: 1,661 hours. Engine: Kubota 3.3L V3307-CR-TE4 Tier 4. HP: 74.3. Fuel type: Diesel. ROPS: Open. Controls: Hand/foot. 2 Speed: Yes. Highflow: No. Quick attach: Manual power. Lift capacity: 2,690 lbs. Attachments: 74" bucket. A/C: No. Heater: No.Seller states the machine starts, runs, and operates like it should. Serviced approximately 10 hours ago. New hydraulic drive motors 20 hours ago. Has a new battery and alternator. Lights work. 12-16.5 NHS tires. No known leaks or issues. Contact Zak with any questions 260-221-2628.
Project machine, engine is out, machine has rust, overall operating condition of the machine is unknown. Engine is included and turns over but running condition is unknown. It has a new turbo, starter, alternator, water pump, belt and pulleys. Contact Myron Miller with any questions, 574-536-6306
SN: PRO2T809N.Engine: Deutz.Fuel: Diesel.Meter Reads: 2,740 hours.Drive Line: 4WD.Type of Boom Lift: Telescopic.Power Source: Diesel.Power to Platform: YesVertical Reach: 80'.Horizontal Reach: 60'.Load Capacity: 500 lbs.Jib Feature: No.Rotating Platform Feature: No.Max Capacity: 500 lbs.Basket Size: 36" x 96".Overall Dimensions: 8' x 38'.Features and Notes: Not running or operating, has electrical issues. Contact Zak with any questions, 260-221-2628
SN: 0200171572.Engine: Electric, 48v.Meter reads: 452 hours.Platform size: 46”x 98” w/ 4’ extension.Lifting Height: 32'.Weight Capacity: 1,000 lbs.Tire Size: 406x125 Solid.Seller states the machine runs and operates like it should, 110v on the platform, joystick controls, new wheel motor, no known leaks or issues, owner is selling because they upgraded. Contact Zak Bontrager with any questions, 260-221-2628
SN: Unknown.Engine: (3) US2200, 232 AMP Hour batteries.Meter reads: Unknown.Platform Size: 8'x30".Lifting Height: Unknown.Weight Capacity: Unknown.Tire Size: 400x8.Features and Notes: Serial tag is missing. Operating condition unknown. Contact Myron Miller with any questions 574-536-6306
SN: 14800.Engine: Kubota D1105-EU2, Engine Family #3KBXL01. 5BCD.Meter reads: 819 hours.Platform Size: 15'8" Long x 6' Wide.Lifting Height: Unknown.Weight Capacity: 2,000 lbs.Tire Size: 10-16.5.Seller states Lift is driveable. Has electrical issues. Machine Weight #14,800 lbs. Contact Zak with any questions, 260-221-2628
SN: 8EB3570.Meter reads: 3,382 hours.Engine: 4cyl Propane Engine.Fuel type: LP.Load capacity: 6,000 lbs.Stage mast: 3.Reach Height: 129".Side shift: Yes.Fork positioner: No.ROPS: Open.Tire size: 18x8x12 1/8 (front) 16x6x10 1/2 (rear).Tires: Solid.Features and Notes: Seller states the machine starts, runs, and operates, brakes work, does have some cylinder leaks, does not come with tank. Contact Zak with any questions, 260-221-2628
SN: 46809D30844 Meter reads: Unknown. Engine: Batteries. Load capacity: 3,500 lbs. Stage mast: 4. Mast height: 88". Side shift: Yes. Fork positioner: No. ROPS: Open. Tire size: 16.2x10. 0x11.2. Tires: Solid. Features and Notes: Does not come with forks. Battery Weight -2,100 lbs. Machine weight without batteries -9,550 lbs. Seller states machine operates but needs new batteries. Comes with Exide Depth Charger. Serial #XB5796. Model #D3E-18-950. Contact Myron Miller with any questions, 574-536-6306
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