2 Caterpillar 500 KW Emergency Generators Offsite: Ionia, MI

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2 Caterpillar 500 KW Emergency Generators 


Lot Information

2 Caterpillar 500 KW Emergency Generators 

Make: Caterpillar Kato (Both)

Model: 500SS9E (Both)

Serial #: #1 66652

Serial #: #2 66052

Year: 1960 (Both)

Diesel powered.


Units were fully functional when removed out of powerhouse but have been sitting outside for about 4 years.

Exhaust and intake are covered but current condition is unknown.

Purchaser is buying as-is. These units are late 1960s vintage. One unit has 1673 hours on it and the other has 1635 hours on it.

Units are very heavy, and no loading assistance will be provided to the purchaser.

Purchaser will be responsible for all aspects of loading them and getting them removed from the site.

Condition: Both in fair condition.

No other information is known.


State Surplus Disclaimers

All items are sold in untested “as is” and “where is” condition and must be removed at purchaser’s risk and expense. No refunds of any kind will be given. All sales are final. Returns will not be accepted for any reason.

By purchasing this lot, you are certifying that you understand and agree with the above.


Inspection Information

Inspection Location: 1342 W. Main Ionia, MI 48846

Inspection Hours: M-F 8am - 2:00PM


All questions regarding this unit can be directed to Paul Teft at 616-527-2500 ext.2340770 or David Albrecht at 517-780-6445. No one will be admitted to the location above for the purpose of inspecting or picking up without calling Paul Teft or David Albrecht first to arrange an appointment.


Additional Information

The winning bidder is required to pay for the item and obtain the Bill of Sale from Surplus Services located at 3111 W. St. Joseph St., Bldg. 600, Lansing, MI, 48917. Receipt of payment must be shown at pick-up. If there are any questions regarding payments, please call the Surplus office at 517-241-4859.


All bidders are strongly encouraged to inspect all items on MiBid before bidding. The winning bidder is responsible for bringing proper equipment, tools, and personnel for removal of all items as there will be no loading assistance provided.