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How Much Does a Pneumatic Breaker Cost?
Used pneumatic and paving breakers typically cost $400 to $900, with heavier paving-class tools at the top of the range.
Air-powered breakers and demolition tools are rugged, affordable, and the natural partner to a towable compressor. Used pricing is modest and driven mostly by tool weight class and condition. The ranges below reflect inspected tools from Atlas Copco Cobra and Tex and Sullair.
Price by type
| Type | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Light demolition breaker | $400–$550 | Hand-held air hammers for chipping, trenching, and light breakout. |
| Medium paving breaker | $550–$750 | The all-round job-site breaker for concrete and asphalt. |
| Heavy paving breaker | $700–$900 | Larger-class tools for thick slabs and heavy demolition. |
| Breaker with steels and accessories | $600–$900 | Packages including moil points, chisels, and spades. |
What affects the price
Tool weight class
Heavier breakers hit harder and cost more. Match the class to how thick and tough your material is.
Air requirement (cfm)
Bigger breakers need more air. Confirm your compressor can supply the tool's cfm demand before buying.
Condition and wear
Internal wear and the state of the retainer and bushings affect both performance and price.
Included steels
Moil points, chisels, and spades add to value when they come with the tool.
Brand
Atlas Copco and Sullair breakers are prized for durability and easy parts access.
Bottom line
Most crews equip a solid used paving breaker for $400 to $900, making it one of the most cost-effective tools on the site. Match the weight class to your material and confirm your compressor supplies enough cfm. We quote current tools with condition and included steels noted.
Shop air toolsCost FAQs
What size compressor runs a pneumatic breaker?
A typical paving breaker needs roughly 90 to 100 cfm, so a 185 cfm towable compressor runs one heavy breaker with room to spare, or two lighter tools at once.
Air breaker or hydraulic breaker?
Air breakers are lighter, simpler, and cheaper, ideal when you already run a compressor. Hydraulic breakers attach to machines for the heaviest work. For hand demolition, pneumatic is usually the better value.
Do used breakers come with steels?
Some do and some do not. We note any included moil points, chisels, or spades on each listing so you know exactly what comes in the box.
Prices shown are item prices from PowerHouse Equipment; freight delivery is quoted to your ZIP at checkout.