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Used pallet racking for sale in Australia: prices and what to check
We do not sell or list racking. This page collects what Australian sellers of second-hand racking publish about price, so you know what a fair starting point looks like before you call anyone.
The short answer. Sellers of used racking say it costs roughly 30–50% less than new, and some say up to 60%. Published listing prices we found start at about A$100 plus GST for a used 2.4 m end frame and A$33 per beam, and a used drive-in system listed at A$135 per pallet space. These are individual listings, not market averages. Used racking is only a saving if it is undamaged, compatible and correctly rated for your loads.
What used-racking sellers publish
| Item | Published range (A$) | Evidence | Public sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Used racking saving versus new Depends on stock, matching brand, size and condition. | 30–50% percent cheaper | 4 sources | QLD Storage Systems, Workspace Systems, Dynamic Racking, Gwelo Developments source notes: used racking saving versus new |
These are marketing claims from businesses that sell used stock (QLD Storage Systems, Workspace Systems, Dynamic Racking, Gwelo Developments), so read them as claims, not statistics.
Listing prices we found
None of these is an average, and none is a recommendation. They show how sellers state prices, and how different the units are.
| Listing | Price as published | What to note | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Used Dexion end frames, 2.4 m | from A$100 + GST each | Victoria listing. Seller describes used Dexion as about half the cost of new. | Workspace Systems |
| Used Dexion beams | from A$33 each | Same listing; we did not record beam length or capacity. | Workspace Systems |
| Used pallet racking (Dexion, Colby, Schaefer, Spacerack and Brown Built named) | "starting from A$280" | The page does not say whether this is per bay, per frame or per component. Treat it as an entry point only. Seller says stock is checked and tested. | Storemax (used racking) |
| Used APC-type drive-in racking (listing title 9L x 6D) | A$135 incl. GST per pallet space | Delivery and installation extra. The page title also says P.O.A. | Display and Rack Australia |
| Used racking, Sydney | saving of "up to 40%" versus new | A percentage claim, not a price. | Dynamic Racking |
Supplier names appear only as price citations. We have not vetted any seller and do not recommend any. Prices last checked Nov 2026; stock and prices change daily.
What the saving looks like in dollars
Our arithmetic, for illustration only: take the supply-only selective range of A$50–A$250 per position (Wholesales Direct, SpeedRack, Steel Power Shelving, Gwelo Developments) and apply the 30–50% saving. That implies roughly A$25–A$175 per position for used material, if the saving held across the whole range. It will not hold everywhere: it is a calculation on two sets of claims, not a market price. The saving applies to materials. Labour, engineering, signage and inspection cost much the same whether the steel is new or used (see Installation cost).
Before you buy: a short checklist
- Know the system. Ask for brand, model, frame depth and height, beam length and rated capacity in writing. Components from different systems are not safe to assume compatible. Regulators say replacement parts should come from the equipment manufacturer (WorkSafe Victoria, SafeWork NSW).
- Inspect every frame and beam. Look for twist, splits or cracks in uprights, bent braces, damaged or welded-on parts and missing safety clips. Our inspection checklist summarises what regulators say to look for.
- Get the load data. Safe working loads depend on the configuration. Used racking without drawings or load data can be difficult to rate, so ask the seller for it, or ask a competent person or engineer.
- Price the whole job. Add delivery, installation, anchoring, signage, any missing parts and a formal inspection (Inspection cost).
- Know your recourse. Ask about returns and warranty in writing. If you are buying from a classified listing, read checks before buying second-hand racking from Gumtree or a marketplace.
Drive-in and cantilever are different. Regulators say their pallet racking guidance is for standard selective racking and that additional safety measures may be needed for drive-in, push-back, cantilever and other types (WorkSafe Victoria, SafeWork NSW, SafeWork SA). Ask a competent person before buying used specialised racking.
Used racking prices by city
We have no city-only price series for used racking. What we found locally is on each city page: Brisbane pallet racking cost, Sydney pallet racking cost, Melbourne pallet racking cost, Perth pallet racking cost, Adelaide pallet racking cost.
More detail on used vs new
For the longer discussion of when used makes sense and when it is a false economy, read Used vs new.
Estimate your rangeHow to compare quotes
Related guides
- Used vs newSavings, risks and a checklist.
- Gumtree and marketplace checksInspect, rate and pay safely when buying racking from a private seller.
- Inspection checklistWhat regulators say to look for, in plain English.
- Selective racking guideThe standard system: what it is and what it costs.
Prices vary, get quotes. Every range on this page comes from public pages we read in Nov 2026 and links to its source. They are indicative, not quotes, and not advice. See used racking listings we cited.