Price of bulldozers, payloaders and backhoes in Nigeria
Bulldozer D6 class (CAT D6H/D6R), foreign used, Abuja
₦200,000,000per unit
Market range ₦145,000,000 to ₦250,000,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Bulldozer D6 class (CAT D6H/D6R), foreign used costs about ₦200,000,000 per unit in Abuja (market range ₦145,000,000 to ₦250,000,000). Other lines: Skid-steer loader (Bobcat S-series), foreign used: ₦60,000,000 per unit; Skid-steer loader (Bobcat S650 class), new: ₦135,000,000 per unit; Backhoe loader, new Chinese (XCMG/6-in-1 types): ₦95,000,000 per unit; Backhoe loader, new premium (JCB 3CX/CAT 426/Bobcat B730): ₦150,000,000 per unit.
Bulldozers & payloaders prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skid-steer loader (Bobcat S-series), foreign used | unit | ₦60,000,000 | ₦45,000,000 - ₦75,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Skid-steer loader (Bobcat S650 class), new | unit | ₦135,000,000 | ₦110,000,000 - ₦150,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Backhoe loader, new Chinese (XCMG/6-in-1 types) | unit | ₦95,000,000 | ₦85,000,000 - ₦140,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Backhoe loader, new premium (JCB 3CX/CAT 426/Bobcat B730) | unit | ₦150,000,000 | ₦130,000,000 - ₦175,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Backhoe loader (CAT 424B/426B, JCB 3CX), foreign used | unit | ₦85,000,000 | ₦75,000,000 - ₦95,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Backhoe loader (JCB/CAT), Nigerian used | unit | ₦28,000,000 | ₦25,000,000 - ₦35,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Wheel loader 1.6t (LiuGong 816H), new | unit | ₦36,000,000 | ₦30,000,000 - ₦42,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Wheel loader 3t (LiuGong 835H), new | unit | ₦56,000,000 | ₦50,000,000 - ₦65,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Wheel loader 5t, new Chinese (LiuGong 855/SDLG/Lonking LG855) | unit | ₦110,000,000 | ₦92,000,000 - ₦120,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Wheel loader 5t Chinese (LiuGong/SDLG), foreign used | unit | ₦45,000,000 | ₦38,000,000 - ₦55,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Payloader CAT 950 series, foreign used | unit | ₦55,000,000 | ₦45,000,000 - ₦65,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Payloader CAT 966 series, foreign used | unit | ₦130,000,000 | ₦110,000,000 - ₦155,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Payloader (CAT 950/SDLG), Nigerian used | unit | ₦30,000,000 | ₦20,000,000 - ₦75,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Bulldozer D6 class (CAT D6H/D6R), foreign used | unit | ₦200,000,000 | ₦145,000,000 - ₦250,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Bulldozer D7 class (CAT D7G), foreign used | unit | ₦170,000,000 | ₦150,000,000 - ₦190,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Bulldozer CAT D7R, foreign used | unit | ₦340,000,000 | ₦300,000,000 - ₦360,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Bulldozer D8 class older (CAT D8H/D8K), foreign used | unit | ₦125,000,000 | ₦100,000,000 - ₦150,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Bulldozer 220-260hp, new Chinese (Shantui SD22/Zoomlion ZD260G) | unit | ₦230,000,000 | ₦200,000,000 - ₦260,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Bulldozer 320-340hp, new Chinese (Shantui SD32/Zoomlion ZD340G) | unit | ₦350,000,000 | ₦300,000,000 - ₦380,000,000 | - | Medium | 2026-10-01 |
| Bulldozer 160hp, new Chinese (Shantui SD16) | unit | ₦145,563,600 | ₦116,450,880 - ₦174,676,320 | - | Low | derived |
| Swamp (LGP) bulldozer D6 class, foreign used | unit | ₦220,000,000 | ₦176,000,000 - ₦264,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Articulated dump truck 25-30t (CAT 730/Volvo A30), foreign used | unit | ₦220,000,000 | ₦176,000,000 - ₦264,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
| Rigid off-highway dump truck 40t (CAT 773/Komatsu HD405), foreign used | unit | ₦350,000,000 | ₦280,000,000 - ₦420,000,000 | - | Low | derived |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Bulldozers & payloaders prices by location
Estimated by applying Buildocrat's materials location factor to the Abuja price. Always confirm with a local supplier.
| Location | Estimated price per unit | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦200,000,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦212,000,000 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦216,000,000 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦190,000,000 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦192,000,000 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦186,000,000 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦188,000,000 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦196,000,000 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦198,000,000 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦206,000,000 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦190,000,000 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦260,000,000 | 1.30 |
What affects the price
Older CAT D8H/D8K and 966 machines are still traded widely in Nigeria. New Chinese dozers and loaders (Shantui, Zoomlion, LiuGong, SDLG) cost less and come with a dealer warranty. On used machines, check the undercarriage, final drives, transmission and engine blow-by.
Sources
- Desk estimate (Oct 2026); verify with 3 dealer quotes
- Jiji.ng backhoe loader listings checked 1 Oct 2026: new Chinese/6-in-1 N85-148m, tokunbo CAT 424B/JCB N75-95m, Nigerian used N25-30m
- Jiji.ng bulldozer listings checked 1 Oct 2026: tokunbo D6H/D6R N145-250m, D7G N160-180m, D8H/D8K N100-150m, new Zoomlion ZD260G N260m, ZD340G N358m
- Jiji.ng wheel loader listings checked 1 Oct 2026: new LiuGong 816H N36m, 835H N56m, new 5t SDLG/Lonking N80-120m, tokunbo CAT 950 N55-65m, CAT 966 N110-155m
Frequently asked questions
How much is a bulldozer or payloader in Nigeria?
As at 15 October 2026, Bulldozer D6 class (CAT D6H/D6R), foreign used costs about ₦200,000,000 per unit in Abuja, within a market range of ₦145,000,000 to ₦250,000,000, according to Buildocrat's Nigeria Construction Rate Book.
How much does it cost in Lagos and Port Harcourt?
Applying Buildocrat's location factors, the same item is estimated at about ₦212,000,000 in Lagos and ₦216,000,000 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Older CAT D8H/D8K and 966 machines are still traded widely in Nigeria. New Chinese dozers and loaders (Shantui, Zoomlion, LiuGong, SDLG) cost less and come with a dealer warranty. On used machines, check the undercarriage, final drives, transmission and engine blow-by.
How often is this price updated?
Buildocrat re-checks key prices every Monday against dated market sources. This page was last updated on 15 October 2026.
How to cite: Buildocrat, Nigeria Construction Rate Book, https://rates.buildocrat.store/prices/bulldozers-loaders/, prices as at 15 October 2026.