CATERPILLAR FINANCE

Caterpillar Finance from Specialist Equipment Lenders

While Cat Financial offers their own finance products, working with an independent broker means we compare their rates against 80+ other lenders. In many cases, our panel produces a more competitive result. If Cat Financial is genuinely the best option, we will tell you.

Caterpillar is the gold standard in earthmoving and mining equipment worldwide. CAT machines hold their value better than almost any competitor, and lenders know it. We work with specialist equipment lenders who understand CAT residual values, hour meter assessments, and the earning capacity of every model in the range.

CAT equipment earns from day one. Get it financed and working faster.

Every day a Caterpillar machine sits waiting for finance is a day it is not earning. Our streamlined approval process gets earthmoving operators, miners, and contractors from application to machine delivery in days.

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WHY CHOOSE US

Why CAT Owners Choose Equifund

Caterpillar's brand strength, global parts network, and exceptional resale values make CAT equipment among the most financeable assets in the market. We leverage this to negotiate the most competitive rates from our lender panel.

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Premium brand, premium rates

CAT equipment consistently achieves the highest resale values in the earthmoving market. Lenders offer lower rates on CAT because the risk is lower. You benefit from the brand's strength.

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Full CAT range financed

Excavators, dozers, loaders, graders, ADTs, compactors, telehandlers, skid steers, mining trucks. Every CAT product used for business is financeable through our panel.

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Hours based assessment

Experienced CAT lenders assess machines on hours and condition, not just age. A well maintained CAT 330 with 6,000 hours can attract better finance terms than a lesser brand with fewer hours.

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Mining and large asset specialists

CAT mining equipment can exceed $5 million per unit. We work with lenders who handle high value transactions and understand mining fleet requirements.

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OUR SERVICES

Caterpillar Equipment We Finance

The complete CAT range from compact machines through to the largest mining equipment on the planet.

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    301.5 to 308 mini and compact
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    313 to 336 medium excavators
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    349 to 395 large excavators
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    Mining class 6015 to 6060
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    Wheeled excavators
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    Long reach and demolition spec

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    D3 to D6 small and medium dozers
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    D7 to D11 large and mining dozers
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    Wheel loaders 903 to 992
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    Skid steer and CTL loaders
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    Backhoe loaders
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    Underground loaders

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    Articulated dump trucks 725 to 745
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    Mining trucks 770 to 798
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    Off-highway trucks
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    Underground trucks
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    Vocational trucks
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    Water carts and fuel trucks

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    Motor graders 120 to 24
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    Compactors and pavers
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    Pipe layers
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    Telehandlers
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    Drills and foundation
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    Material handlers
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How Caterpillar Finance Works

A straightforward process from application to approval.

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Complete the Form
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Provide us with some basic information about your business and financing requirements via our secure website.

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Speak With an
Industry Specialist

Your brokers assess your requirements and guide you through gathering the right documents to secure approval quickly.

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Get Pre-Approved
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Receive a clear pre-approval with transparent terms and repayment options that suit your cash flow.

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Financing
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Your finance broker will work with you to source the best funding offers available and guide your application to success.

RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real CAT Finance Approvals

See how we help Australian businesses get the equipment they need.

Barinder Singh

Transport Operator

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2025 Tipper Trailer

Transport

$150,000

Barinder needed a new tipper trailer to keep up with growing contract work but didn’t own property and didn’t have a deposit available. Traditional lenders declined the deal based on security requirements.
We structured the finance around the strength of the business income and the asset itself, delivering approval and settlement within 24 hours so the trailer could be put straight to work.

Neil Johnson

Earthmoving Contractor

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2005 CAT Excavator

Contractor

$60,000

Neil was purchasing a used excavator to support ongoing civil jobs but needed a simple low-doc solution without extensive financials slowing the process down.
We secured approval within 24 hours using a streamlined low-doc structure , allowing him to secure the machine before another buyer stepped in

Bradley Moore

Owner-Driver

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2019 Scania Truck

Contractor

$100,000

Bradley found the right truck through a private seller and needed fast finance to avoid losing the deal. The transaction structure made traditional lenders hesitant.
We arranged a low-doc facility tailored to a private sale purchase and delivered approval inside 24 hours, enabling Bradley to secure the vehicle and get back on the road generating income.

Barinder Singh

Transport Operator

user Non-property owner dollar-circle No deposit clock 24hr turnaround

2025 Tipper Trailer

Transport

$150,000

Barinder needed a new tipper trailer to keep up with growing contract work but didn’t own property and didn’t have a deposit available. Traditional lenders declined the deal based on security requirements.
We structured the finance around the strength of the business income and the asset itself, delivering approval and settlement within 24 hours so the trailer could be put straight to work.

Neil Johnson

Earthmoving Contractor

document-text Low Doc clock 24hr approval

2005 CAT Excavator

Contractor

$60,000

Neil was purchasing a used excavator to support ongoing civil jobs but needed a simple low-doc solution without extensive financials slowing the process down.
We secured approval within 24 hours using a streamlined low-doc structure , allowing him to secure the machine before another buyer stepped in

Bradley Moore

Owner-Driver

user Private sale document-text Low Doc clock 24hr approval

2019 Scania Truck

Contractor

$100,000

Bradley found the right truck through a private seller and needed fast finance to avoid losing the deal. The transaction structure made traditional lenders hesitant.
We arranged a low-doc facility tailored to a private sale purchase and delivered approval inside 24 hours, enabling Bradley to secure the vehicle and get back on the road generating income.

Not Every Business Fits a Bank Template

Major banks often apply rigid policies that do not reflect how transport, construction or agricultural businesses actually operate.

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Asset value & condition

We consider the value, age, and condition of your asset, not just your credit history.

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Business use

Finance solutions tailored to how your equipment supports daily business operations.

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Deposit position

Low-deposit and zero-deposit options available for eligible applicants.

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Repayment capacity

Repayment plans structured around your cash flow and business revenue.

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REVIEWS

What Our Clients Say

 Thousands of Australian business owners trust us for fast approvals, flexible terms, and exceptional service. 

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FAQs

Caterpillar Finance FAQs

Do CAT machines attract better finance rates?
Generally yes. Caterpillar's market leading resale values and global support network mean lenders view CAT equipment as
Can I finance used CAT equipment with high hours?
Yes. Experienced CAT lenders assess machines on condition and remaining useful life, not just hours. A well maintained m
Is it better to use Cat Financial or a broker?
A broker compares Cat Financial's offer against 80+ other lenders. We often find a more competitive rate through our pan
What is the most expensive CAT equipment you have financed?
We regularly arrange finance for CAT equipment valued at $1 million to $5 million+, including mining trucks, large excav
Can I finance CAT attachments with the machine?
Yes. Buckets, hammers, rippers, GPS systems, and other attachments can be bundled into the equipment finance package for
How quickly can I get CAT finance approved?
Pre-approval is often within hours. For standard applications, full approval typically takes 2 to 3 business days. High

Still Have a Question?

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