On the eighth day of Christmas: Carruthers clearance sale grosses over 50,000 catalogue views

The Carruthers Machinery Clearance Sale, held across Young and Cowra, NSW, has claimed the title of the most-viewed auction of 2024 on AuctionsPlus, drawing a high level of attention from machinery buyers across the country.

The two-part auction, ran by Miller & James Real Estate, Temora, in April this year, amassed a combined 55,000 catalogue views. 

Interfaced through AuctionsPlus, the auction recorded staggering engagement figures. Part 2, attracted an notable 30,916 views, securing its place as the most viewed machinery auction for the year.

Meanwhile, Part 1 garnered an impressive 24,009 views, underlining the extraordinary interest in this sale.

The 2018 model, CASE IH 9240 COMBINE, fetched the top price of $450,000 across both auctions. Pic: Supplied

The Carruthers family, well-regarded in the agricultural community, curated a catalogue of high-quality machinery, ranging from state-of-the-art tractors to specialised implements and equipment.

Their long-standing reputation for well-maintained and reliable machinery was a key drawcard for buyers nationwide.

Items on offer included late-model harvesters, lawnmowers, precision planting systems, and a range of vehicles amongst other cropping and farming equipment.

The breadth and quality of the listings ensured the auction appealed to a wide range of buyers, from cropping enterprises to mixed farmers.

Agricultural and construction machinery specialist, Kenway and Clark, purchased the two dealerships in March, 2024.