INSTANT ASSET WRITE OFF

Instant Asset Write Off 2026: What You Need to Know Before June 30

After 30 June 2026, the threshold is scheduled to drop to $1,000. This means the window to take advantage of the current $20,000 threshold is closing. If you have been planning equipment purchases, the time to act is now. Equipment must be installed and ready for use before June 30 to qualify.

The instant asset write off allows eligible small businesses to immediately deduct the business portion of the cost of an asset in the year it is first used or installed ready for use. For the current financial year ending 30 June 2026, the threshold is $20,000 per asset. This means you can buy, finance, and deduct equipment worth up to $20,000 each in the current tax year.

The $20,000 threshold expires June 30 2026. After that, it drops to $1,000.

If you have been putting off buying tools, equipment, or vehicles for your business, the next 10 weeks are your last chance to claim up to $20,000 per asset as an immediate deduction. Do not let the deadline pass without taking advantage of this benefit.

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How the Instant Asset Write Off Works

Understanding the rules ensures you maximise the benefit and avoid the common mistakes that lead to missed claims or ATO scrutiny.

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$20,000 per asset, no limit on number

Each individual asset costing less than $20,000 (before GST for GST registered businesses) qualifies. You can purchase multiple items. There is no cap on the total amount you can claim across all qualifying assets.

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Must be installed and ready for use by June 30

The asset does not just need to be purchased by June 30. It must be delivered, installed, and ready for use in your business by that date. Ordering something that arrives in July does not qualify.

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Aggregated turnover under $10 million

Your business (including connected entities) must have aggregated turnover of less than $10 million to qualify for the instant asset write off.

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Applies to new and used assets

Both new and second hand assets qualify, provided the cost is below the threshold and the asset is used for a taxable purpose in your business.

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Trucks, Trailers and Equipment That Qualify

While the $20,000 threshold covers smaller items, most trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment exceed this limit. These assets go into the simplified depreciation pool instead, with 15% in year one and 30% each year after. Here is what you can claim and how.

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    Used rigid trucks and tippers
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    Older light commercial vehicles
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    Used vans and delivery vehicles
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    Second hand utes and cab chassis
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    Trade in value offsets to bring cost under $20K
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    Claim the full cost immediately in this tax year

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    New and used prime movers (all brands)
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    Rigid trucks, tippers, and crane trucks
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    Refrigerated trucks and pantechs
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    Light commercial vehicles and utes
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    15% depreciation in year one, 30% ongoing
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    Interest on finance is also tax deductible

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    Flat top, drop deck, and curtain side trailers
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    Tipper trailers and dog trailers
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    Refrigerated and insulated trailers
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    B-double and road train trailer sets
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    Skeletal and container trailers
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    Stock crates and specialty trailers

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    Excavators, loaders, and dozers
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    Cranes, telehandlers, and forklifts
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    Tractors, harvesters, and farm equipment
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    Mining trucks and drill rigs
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    Concrete pumps and batching plants
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    All equipment attracts depreciation deductions
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How to Claim Before June 30

A step by step guide to claiming the instant asset write off before the deadline.

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

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

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Repayment plans structured around your cash flow and business revenue.

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FAQs

Instant Asset Write Off FAQs

What is the instant asset write off threshold for 2026?
The threshold is $20,000 per asset for the financial year ending 30 June 2026. After that date, it is scheduled to drop
Does the $20,000 include GST?
For GST registered businesses, the $20,000 threshold applies to the GST exclusive price. A $22,000 asset (including GST)
Can I buy multiple assets and claim each one?
Yes. There is no limit on the number of assets you can claim. Each individual asset costing less than $20,000 qualifies
What if the asset costs more than $20,000?
Assets costing $20,000 or more do not qualify for the instant write off. Instead, they are placed in the small business
Does the asset need to be paid for by June 30?
The asset needs to be installed and ready for use by June 30. It does not need to be paid in full. Financed assets quali
Can I finance an asset and still claim the write off?
Yes. Financing an asset does not affect your ability to claim the instant asset write off. The deduction is based on the

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