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Low doc flatbed trailer finance available up to $500,000 — no tax returns or BAS required for eligible ABN holders.
Flatbed Trailer Finance Rates & Deals
Overdrive Funding arranges flatbed trailer finance for transport businesses across Australia. We compare 80+ lenders to find the sharpest available rate — from 6.1% to 15.99% per annum — with low doc options available up to $500,000 for eligible ABN holders.
Whether you are purchasing a new flatbed trailer from a manufacturer or a used one from a dealer or auction, Overdrive Funding structures finance to suit your cash flow. Most applications receive a credit decision within 24 to 48 hours.
What Is a Flatbed Trailer Used For?
Flatbed Trailers are used across a range of freight and transport operations in Australia. Common applications include:
- Steel and structural steel haulage
- Construction materials and timber
- Agricultural machinery transport
- Mining and quarry equipment delivery
- Concrete precast elements
- Over-dimensional and heavy lift freight
Flatbed Trailer Brands and Manufacturers We Finance
Overdrive Funding finances all major flatbed trailer manufacturers and brands available in Australia, new and used, from manufacturers, dealers and auctions.
- Vawdrey flat deck trailers
- Maxi-TRANS platform trailers
- Barker flat deck trailers
- Haulmark flatbed trailers
- Lusty EMS flat deck trailers
- Steel and aluminium flat deck bodies
- Extendable and multi-axle flat deck trailers
Finance Structures for Trailers
Chattel mortgage is the most common structure for trailer finance in Australia. You own the trailer from day one and claim the interest and depreciation as tax deductions if you are GST-registered. Finance lease and commercial hire purchase are also available.
- Chattel mortgage — own the asset from day one, interest and depreciation tax-deductible
- Finance lease — lender retains ownership until residual is paid
- Commercial hire purchase — fixed repayments, ownership transfers at end of term
- Operating lease — suitable for regular fleet replacement cycles
Rates, Terms and How to Apply
Flatbed Trailer finance rates range from 6.1% to 15.99% per annum. Established businesses with clean credit financing new flatbed trailers attract the lowest rates. Used assets, new ABNs and adverse credit attract higher rates within this range.
Finance terms from 1 to 7 years are available. Balloon residuals can be structured to reduce monthly repayments. Fill in the form above or call Simon — we compare 80+ lenders in one application with no cost to you.
Most trailer finance applications receive a credit decision within 24 to 48 hours. Same-day approvals are available for straightforward low doc applications.
How to Get the Cheapest Flatbed Trailer Finance
To get the cheapest flatbed trailer finance through Overdrive Funding, there are several things you can do before applying. Being organised before you make contact helps us move faster and puts us in a better position to negotiate the sharpest available rate on your behalf.
Get Pre-Approved Before Shopping
A pre-approval lets Overdrive negotiate from a position of strength before you commit to a flatbed trailer. It also tells you your exact budget, so you are not wasting time inspecting assets you cannot afford to settle.
How We Get You the Cheapest Deal
- We compare every commercial lender in Australia — not just the major banks
- We provide a full written finance quote with your true effective rate including all fees and charges
- Our quotes include: interest rate, establishment fees, monthly repayments, balloon payment, total amount payable, and early payout fees
Compare Before You Sign
Never accept the first finance offer from a dealer or your current bank without comparing it against the broader market. Dealer finance is almost always priced at a margin above the lender's floor rate.
- Interest rate
- Monthly repayments
- Establishment fees
- Balloon payment
- Total amount payable
Provide as Much Information Upfront
The more complete your application, the easier it is to place you with the lender offering the best pricing. Incomplete applications often stall or attract higher rates.
- ABN
- Years trading
- GST registration
- Flatbed Trailer make and model
- Purchase price
- Dealer, auction or private seller
- Whether it's new or used
- Deposit (if any)
What Affects Your Interest Rate?
- Time your ABN has been trading
- Credit history
- Deposit (if any)
- New or used asset
- Purchase price
- Brand
- Business financial strength
- Whether you're buying from a dealer, auction or private seller
Indicative Rates (2026)
Prime commercial borrowers are seeing rates from around 6.1%–15.99% p.a., while higher-risk or newer businesses generally pay more depending on their profile.
Don't Apply With Multiple Lenders Yourself
Submitting applications directly to several banks results in multiple credit enquiries on your file, which can lower your credit score and make it harder to get approved. Overdrive Funding uses one application to compare lenders — protecting your credit file while we do the shopping.
Ask If You Qualify for No-Deposit Finance
Many businesses don't need a deposit. Eligible applicants — typically those with 2+ years ABN history and clean credit — can access no-deposit flatbed trailer finance, helping preserve working capital for operational expenses.
Consider Full Doc If You Qualify
If your business has strong financials, a Full Doc application generally provides access to the most competitive interest rates available. Low Doc is faster and requires less paperwork but can attract higher pricing than Full Doc.