Queensland's construction, civil and resources sectors are driving strong demand for heavy machinery. Whether you're a Brisbane-based civil contractor or an operator working regional Queensland projects, getting the right machinery finance matters.
Who Gets Machinery Finance in Brisbane?
- Construction companies
- Civil contractors
- Earthmoving businesses
- Mining contractors
- Quarry operators
- Demolition contractors
- Landscapers
- Arborists
- Agricultural contractors
- Farmers and agribusinesses
- Manufacturing businesses
- Engineering workshops
- Metal fabrication businesses
- Cabinet makers and joinery businesses
- Printing businesses
- Food and beverage manufacturers
- Warehousing and logistics companies
- Transport companies
- Waste management companies
- Recycling businesses
- Concrete contractors
- Crane hire businesses
- Drilling contractors
- Road maintenance contractors
- Utility contractors
- Telecommunications contractors
- Rail contractors
- Marine contractors
- Cleaning contractors
- Hospitality businesses
- Medical and healthcare providers
- Automotive repair workshops
- Tyre and mechanical businesses
- Signage and printing companies
- Packaging businesses
- Plastics manufacturers
- Textile manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Government contractors
- Local councils
- Defence contractors
- Renewable energy contractors
- Solar installation companies
- Electrical contractors
- Plumbing contractors
- HVAC contractors
- Steel fabrication businesses
- Glass and aluminium manufacturers
- Timber and sawmill operators
- Landscaping supply businesses
- Hire and rental companies
What Machinery Can Be Financed?
Brand new, used and older machinery are all financeable — dealer purchases, private sales and auction lots included:
- Brand new machinery from dealers — best rates, zero deposit available for prime applicants
- Used machinery — typically up to 10–15 years old depending on the lender; older assets considered case by case
- Older plant in good condition — specialist lenders are more flexible on age than banks
- Excavators: mini, midi and full-size — all major brands
- Wheel loaders, skid steers and compact track loaders
- Cranes: mobile, crawler and pick-and-carry
- Bulldozers, graders and compactors
- Excavators
- Mini excavators
- Skid steer loaders
- Compact track loaders
- Wheel loaders
- Backhoe loaders
- Bulldozers
- Graders
- Rollers and compactors
- Scrapers
- Articulated dump trucks (ADTs)
- Crushers
- Screening plants
- Conveyor systems
- Drill rigs
- Piling rigs
- Trenchers
- Vacuum excavation units
- Forklifts
- Telehandlers
- Reach stackers
- Mobile cranes
- Crawler cranes
- Elevated work platforms (EWPs)
- Scissor lifts
- Boom lifts
- Concrete pumps
- Concrete batching plants
- Asphalt pavers
- Road milling machines
- Sweepers
- Wood chippers
- Stump grinders
- Tractors
- Harvesters
- Balers
- Seeders
- Sprayers
- Slashers
- Irrigation equipment
- CNC machines
- CNC routers
- Lathes
- Milling machines
- Laser cutters
- Plasma cutters
- Press brakes
- Guillotines
- Welding equipment
- Air compressors
- Generators
- Industrial pumps
- Commercial refrigeration equipment
- Food processing equipment
- Packaging machinery
- Printing presses
- Recycling equipment
- Waste compactors
- Industrial shredders
- Manufacturing equipment
- Warehouse equipment
- Mining equipment
- Construction equipment
- Earthmoving equipment
- Agricultural machinery
What Machinery Brands Do We Finance?
We arrange finance for new and used machinery from all leading brands, including:
- Caterpillar machinery
- Komatsu machinery
- Hitachi machinery
- Volvo Construction Equipment
- John Deere machinery
- JCB machinery
- Kubota machinery
- Kobelco machinery
- Case Construction machinery
- New Holland machinery
- Liebherr machinery
- Bobcat machinery
- Hyundai Construction Equipment
- Develon machinery
- SANY machinery
- XCMG machinery
- Yanmar machinery
- Takeuchi machinery
- Wacker Neuson machinery
- Manitou machinery
- Merlo machinery
- Dieci machinery
- Doosan machinery
- LiuGong machinery
- Zoomlion machinery
- Bomag machinery
- Dynapac machinery
- Ammann machinery
- Terex machinery
- Vermeer machinery
- Ditch Witch machinery
Why Brisbane Machinery Businesses Don't Need to Use Their Bank
Brisbane's major banks assess commercial machinery and equipment applications against templates designed for businesses with straightforward financials. Construction companies, civil contractors and agricultural businesses — particularly owner-operators and small firms — often have project-based income, seasonal cash flow or limited tax returns that don't fit these templates cleanly. The result is slow approvals, conservative loan offers or outright declines.
Specialist machinery finance lenders on our panel assess the business directly: they look at your bank statement cash flow, your active contracts and projects, the value of the machinery you are buying, and your ABN and GST history. This gives Brisbane operators a significantly better shot at competitive terms.
Machinery Finance Rates in Brisbane
Machinery finance rates in Brisbane typically range from 6.1% to 15% p.a. depending on your credit profile, ABN tenure, the age of the equipment and your loan term. Queensland operators with 2+ years GST registration and clean credit generally access the more competitive end of this range.
Low Doc and Deposit Options
Most established Queensland operators qualify for low doc machinery finance. $0 deposit is available for prime applications. Newer ABN holders can access finance with a 10–30% deposit. No property security required — the machine is the collateral.
Finance Structures and Tax Benefits
Under a chattel mortgage you own the machine from day one, claim GST upfront and deduct interest and depreciation at tax time. A balloon payment option reduces your monthly repayments by deferring 10–30% of the machine's value to end of term.
Bad Credit or New ABN in Queensland?
Bad credit doesn't automatically mean no machinery finance. Specialist lenders assess applications on their merits — cash flow, current business activity and the quality of the machine. A deposit of 10–30% opens doors that standard lenders would close.
We beat bank, dealer and broker rates because we have access to exclusive lenders who only work with a select number of trusted brokers — offering below-market rates that aren't available directly. If you've received a quote elsewhere, bring it to us. We compare 80+ lenders including these exclusive partners to get you the lowest rate in the market — if we can't beat your existing quote, we'll tell you honestly. One application, zero cost to you. Contact us for a same-day Brisbane machinery finance comparison.
Low Doc, Light Doc & Full Doc Finance
When applying for machinery finance, lenders will generally offer Low Doc, Light Doc or Full Doc options. The right choice depends on how your business is structured and what financial information you can provide.
Financial Statements Required
BAS Statements Required
Business Bank Statements
Approval Speed
Interest Rates
Borrowing Capacity
Ideal Outcome
| Feature | Low Doc | Light Doc | Full Doc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Statements Required | No | No | Yes |
| BAS Statements Required | No | Usually | Sometimes |
| Business Bank Statements | No | Yes | Sometimes |
| Approval Speed | Fastest | Fast | Standard |
| Interest Rates | Higher | Competitive | Most Competitive |
| Borrowing Capacity | Up to $500k | Up to $500k | Up to $10m+ |
| Ideal Outcome | Quick approval with minimal paperwork | Balance of flexibility and pricing | Best pricing and maximum borrowing power |
Which Option Is Right For You?
Self-employed or business with limited financial records
Business with bank statements and BAS available
Business with full financials
| If You Are... | Recommended Option |
|---|---|
| Self-employed or business with limited financial records | Low Doc |
| Business with bank statements and BAS available | Light Doc |
| Business with full financials | Full Doc |
Low Doc Finance
Low Doc finance is designed for borrowers who want a simple, streamlined approval process. In most cases, no financial statements or BAS statements are required. Approval is based on your ABN history, credit profile, and the asset being financed.
Light Doc Finance
Light Doc finance provides a middle ground between Low Doc and Full Doc lending. Borrowers can qualify using recent business bank statements and limited supporting documentation, without needing full financial accounts.
Full Doc Finance
Full Doc finance is suitable for borrowers who can provide complete financial records. This option offers the most competitive rates and highest borrowing capacity.
For the full picture on rates, loan structures and approvals across every machine we fund, see our main machinery finance Australia page.