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Is the Future of HDD Electric?
Read More »October 20, 2025
Horizontal Directional Drills are heavy, power-intensive machines. They're extracting massive amounts of dirt and rock each time they bore, and they're dropping in massive weights of product each time they pull back.Sneak Peek at the New Gladiator G30
Read More »September 30, 2025
It's rare to see a new drill launch that doesn't come from a major manufacturer like Ditch Witch or Vermeer.HDD Broker Advantage: Shipping
Read More »September 25, 2025
One of the first transactions that HDD Broker ever conducted way back in 2000 was a customer who purchased a D16x20A and wanted it shipped to Poland.HDD Broker Advantage: Appraisals
Read More »September 23, 2025
Do you know what your drill is worth? Not a guess, not a hunch, not a number that your friend suggested over a beer at lunch the other day, but a real, quantitative assessment of what it would bring on today's market?Unlocking a World of Equipment Options
Read More »September 16, 2025
In the world of trenchless construction, having the right equipment at the right time can make or break a project. Busy contractors don't have the time to shop multiple vendors, negotiate different purchase prices, or work out complicated logistics.Checking Out the Top-Selling HDD Drills of 2025 to Date
Read More »September 4, 2025
Each year, HDD Broker tallies up the sales and creates our list of the top 10 best selling HDD drills.
This year sees the return of some old favorites, rock-solid drills that continue to breach the top 10 list due to their performance, reliability and value on the used marketplace.Buy a Big, Beautiful Drill with the Big, Beautiful Bill!
Read More »August 28, 2025
If you're a contractor based in the US eyeing a major equipment purchase this year, there's good news: the 2025 updates to Section 179 and bonus depreciation could dramatically reduce your tax bill—and put cash back in your pocket.Where did the Vermeer D24 Come From? A Drill History
Read More »July 29, 2025
I love a good drill release.
With the launch of the D24 in the fall of 2024, Vermeer kicked off a whole new generation of drills. While the name suggests it's part of the D24x40 lineage, the D24 Gen 4 is actually rooted in a different drill line.Insider look at the New Vermeer D24 Drill
Read More »July 28, 2025
I recently had the opportunity to get hands-on with the new Vermeer D24 drill, and I'm excited to share what makes this next-generation machine a standout in the HDD world. From intuitive automation to smart diagnostics, the D24 is packed with features that operators, crews, and dealers will appreciate.Let's Look at the Legacy of the New JT21 from Ditch Witch
Read More »June 24, 2025
Why is the Ditch Witch JT21 making waves? The JT21 is the latest in a legacy of drills, following models like the JT1720 and JT20. It's built with a larger, more stable footprint, direct drive hydraulics, and features stakedowns and a pump system borrowed from its powerhouse sibling, the JT24.A Great Time to Bring Equipment to the Great White North
Read More »July 1, 2025
Let's face it-bringing U.S. equipment into Canada is not a walk in the park. Between cross-border red tape and ever-changing exchange rates, it's easy to see why many Canadians hesitate to shop "down south."From Internet Experiment to Industry Leader: Renee Martin of HDD Broker
Read More »June 2, 2025
In Episode 5 of the One Foot at a Time podcast, Renee Martin—General Manager of HDD Broker—joins us to tell the incredible story of how one of the most trusted names in used horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment came to be.How to Secure Equipment Financing
Read More »February 19, 2025
Every smart business owner knows the advantages of equipment financing. When done strategically, financing can help improve cash flow, build business credit, provide tax deduction benefits and help drive business goals.3 Razones por las que las subastas son aún más arriesgadas en 2025
Read More »February 13, 2025
Febrero marca el inicio de la temporada de subastas en nuestra industria. Aunque las subastas siempre jugarán un papel importante en el ecosistema de equipos usados, son una plataforma de "Alto Riesgo - Alta Recompensa". Puedes conseguir una buena oferta, pero puede que no conozcas el estado real del equipo hasta que lo uses.
Este año, en particular, los riesgos son aún mayores. Aquí está el porqué:3 Reasons Auctions are Even Riskier in 2025
Read More »February 13, 2025
February marks the start of auction season in our industry. While auctions will always play an important role in the used equipment ecosystem, they are a “High Risk – High Reward” platform. You may get a good deal, but you may not know the actual condition of the equipment until you use it.
This year, in particular, the risks are even higher. Here’s why:2024 Year End Recap
Read More »December 30, 2024
It was the first full year with normalized used HDD inventory; about 50% more drills were available for sale compared to this time last year.HDD Broker Spam Drill
Read More »December 19, 2024
Who needs Legos when you’ve got SPAM? Creative Christmas drill building is a time-honored tradition at HDD Broker. Check out these seriously innovative designs out of lunch meat. Move over, manufacturers—there’s a new building material in town!Here's how Stimulus Money Delays Have Impacted the Used Equipment Market
Read More »September 5, 2024
The pandemic years triggered significant rounds of funding for broadband infrastructure. The surging demand for telecom, combined with new drill shortages due to global supply chain, created an unprecedented demand for used HDD equipment, especially for small to mid-sized drills.What's your Equipment Worth in Today's Market
Read More »August 14, 2024
The Used Marketplace has changed dramatically in the last few years. It's time to change how you sell your HDD equipment.
Do you want to sell your equipment fast and not leave any money on the table?HDD Broker Hot Seat
Read More »June 5, 2024
Join some of the HDD crew as they take on a Hot intestinal death match!
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