WHO THIS IS FOR

Posi Track Finance Built for Melbourne Operators

Melbourne owner-operators, subcontractors and small-fleet operators are knocked back by banks, stalled in single-lender queues, and locked into single products by dealer finance. Whether you run an ASV RT-75 landscape package on the Officer or Pakenham growth-corridor front-yard work, Kubota SVL97-3 builder framework site-prep on Melton, Tarneit or Truganina fresh-fill subdivisions, Cat 299D3 work on North East Link or West Gate Tunnel tier-2 civil subcontract earthworks, John Deere 333P SmartGrade on council parks landscape contracts, Suburban Rail Loop precinct site prep, demolition cleanup on Inner Melbourne redevelopment, hire-fleet replenishment for civil subs in the South-East, dairy shed cleanout on Gippsland farms, or pool-builder residential excavations across the Mornington Peninsula, Equifund matches your application to the lenders that read project income, site contracts and compact track loader asset value the right way.

Your application goes to specialist civil, landscape and compact-equipment lenders who assess project income, asset value and trading history directly, in one structured submission with no multi-lender credit hits.

  • Upgrading ageing posi tracks or compact equipment Replace before maintenance costs outpace what a newer asset would be worth. Trade-in and replacement structured in one application.
  • Securing a new project contract Quote the work confident your pre-approval is locked in and the asset will be on site for day one.
  • Buying used, dealer or private sale Auction, dealer and private deals other lenders walk away from. We settle direct to the seller and handle the paperwork end to end.
  • Refinancing existing equipment loans Lower monthly repayments, restructure balloons before they're due, or consolidate multiple loans into one repayment.

WHAT WE FINANCE

Posi Track Brands We Finance

Every major Australian posi track brand, financed through specialist lenders for prime ABN profiles.

ASV posi track
ASV
Posi-Track originator, suspended-undercarriage CTL specialist

VT-Series (VT-70, VT-75), RT-Series (RT-50, RT-65, RT-75, RT-120F) and MAX-Series compact track loaders. ASV invented the Posi-Track suspended undercarriage in the 1980s. Lower ground pressure, smoother ride and higher push than rigid-frame competitors.

Bobcat posi track
Bobcat
T-Series compact track loader, the workhorse

T66, T76, T86 and T870 compact track loaders, plus MT-Series mini track loaders for tight access. Dealer-network depth, deepest attachment catalogue and strong resale across new, used and ex-hire stock.

Caterpillar posi track
Caterpillar
D3 Series CTL, premium hydraulics + lift capacity

Cat 239D3, 249D3, 259D3, 279D3, 289D3 and 299D3 compact track loaders. Vertical-lift and radial-lift options across mid-frame to large-frame. The 299D3 XHP is the largest production CTL in market.

Kubota posi track
Kubota
SVL Series, Japan-built CTL specialist

SVL65-2, SVL75-3, SVL92-3 and SVL97-3 compact track loaders. Kubota-built tier-4 diesel, vertical-lift loader arms and a premium dealer network. The SVL97-3 is the largest in the SVL family.

John Deere posi track
John Deere
P-Tier CTL with SmartGrade + EH controls

P-Tier compact track loaders (317P, 325P, 331P, 333P) with the SmartGrade grade-control option on the 333P and EH controls on the larger frames. Used by ag, civil and landscape contractors nationwide.

Case posi track
Case
TR Series compact track loaders + vertical lift

TR310B and TR340B compact track loaders with the Maxi-Lift vertical-lift option. Radial-lift and vertical-lift configurations for everything from yard work to high-reach loading.

SPECIALIST vs BANK vs DEALER

Equifund vs Bank vs Dealer Finance

How posi track finance compares across the three places ABN holders can fund a posi track.

Equifund, commercial finance specialistMajor bankDealer finance
Who they lend toEstablished ABN holders, sole traders to fleets, assessed on the business and the asset.Prefers strong financials or PAYG strength, often backed by property.Whoever is buying that brand at the desk, on a take-it-or-leave-it offer.
Income assessedProject, site-contract and BAS income. Low-doc for established ABNs, no full tax returns.Full financials and tax returns usually required.Limited, tied to the sale, not your wider business.
Lender choice80+ Australian lenders matched to your deal.One bank, one credit template.One or two aligned financiers only.
Rate & structureMarket-tested rate, with balloon and 3 to 7 year terms and extra repayments.Standard products with limited flexibility.Rate loaded with dealer margin, and high balloons that flatter the monthly but cost more.
Used, private & auctionNew, used, ex-fleet, private-sale and auction all financed.Restrictive on used, private and auction buys.Usually the dealer's own stock only.
Deposit & security$0 deposit for prime applications, secured on the posi track, not your home.Deposit and often property security required.Varies, frequently bundled with add-ons.
Pre-approval speedTypically inside 24 to 48 hours.5 to 10 business days on average.Fast at the desk, but the offer is fixed.
HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How Posi Track Finance Works in Melbourne

A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a Melbourne specialist you can trust.
No pressure. No hit to your credit score.

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Complete the Form in 60 Seconds

Tell us about your site operation and the posi track you are financing through our secure online form.

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Speak With a Posi Track Finance Specialist

An Australia-based posi track finance specialist reviews your situation and walks you through the documents needed for the lender match.

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Get Pre-Approved Over the Phone

You'll have a clear pre-approval often within 1 business day, with rate, term and repayment structure tailored to how your project income actually flows.

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Settle the Loan
and Take Delivery

Your specialist sources the strongest matched offer and coordinates settlement with the dealer, private seller or auction house.

Get My Pre-Approval
60 second form. No impact on your credit score.
RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Results for Melbourne Site and Landscape Operators

Melbourne posi track finance settled across 80+ Australian lenders, from owner-operators to mid-size fleets. ACL 389328.

"Landscape contracting crew running ASV RT-75 work on Officer growth-corridor housing-estate front-yard packages. Builder pays on settlement of each lot, not flat monthly. Bank wanted three years of trading history. Specialist lender structured repayments around settlement cycles, machine on the truck inside three weeks."

Officer landscape contractor
South-East Growth Corridor

"Builder framework site-prep needed a Kubota SVL97-3 compact track loader for Tarneit subdivision stage work on fresh fill. Bank wanted property security on a $160k machine. The lender we ended up with took the builder framework agreement as the security case, machine on site week two."

Site-prep civil contractor
Tarneit / Western Melbourne

"Hire-fleet replenishment for a Dandenong South civil-and-landscape hire yard, four Bobcat T-Series compact track loaders across a 6-month rotation. Existing bank facility wouldn't extend without restructuring the whole portfolio. Specialist lender funded all four on one master facility against the hire-revenue stream."

Equipment hire operator
Dandenong South

"North East Link tier-2 civil subcontract on soft fill needed a Cat 299D3 large-frame CTL plus a 4-in-1 bucket and trencher. Bank wanted a six-week credit decision and we had a three-week window. Specialist lender approved in days, machine on site for mobilisation."

North East Link civil sub
Northern Melbourne

"West Gate Tunnel tier-2 site-prep on saltmarsh fill needed an ASV RT-120F large-frame Posi-Track plus a 1.7t mini-excavator. The lender we ended up with took the head-contractor framework value as the security case, both machines on site by week three."

West Gate Tunnel civil sub
Inner West Melbourne

"Council parks landscape framework with Hume City Council needed a Cat 259D3 CTL plus broom and mulcher attachments. Council-paid contracts run monthly-against-progress, doesn't fit a bank's PAYG model. Specialist lender split the deal across the asset and attachments."

Council parks landscape operator
Hume City / Northern Melbourne

"Demolition cleanup on an Inner Melbourne CBD redevelopment needed a Bobcat T76 for the muddy strip-out window. Bank wanted full financials. Specialist lender approved on the BAS plus head-contractor PO, machine on site week one."

Demolition cleanup contractor
Inner Melbourne CBD

"Pool builder on the Mornington Peninsula needed a Bobcat T66 compact track loader and a 1-tonne mini-loader for tight turf-protecting backyard access. Specialist lender bundled both assets and the float under one facility, two-week mobilisation."

Pool builder
Mornington Peninsula

"Gippsland dairy shed cleanout contractor needed a Kubota SVL97-3 with the manure scraper plus a transport float. The tracked machine kept up on slick concrete floors where wheeled skid steers had been bogging. Specialist lender took the contract portfolio as the asset case."

Gippsland dairy shed cleanout
West Gippsland

"Suburban Rail Loop precinct tier-3 site-prep for a Glen Waverley package needed a John Deere 333P P-Tier CTL plus attachments for trench and grading work. Bank wanted PAYG income on a director who lives off the business. The lender we ended up with took the contract value as the security case."

SRL site-prep operator
Glen Waverley / South-East Melbourne

"Landscape contracting crew running ASV RT-75 work on Officer growth-corridor housing-estate front-yard packages. Builder pays on settlement of each lot, not flat monthly. Bank wanted three years of trading history. Specialist lender structured repayments around settlement cycles, machine on the truck inside three weeks."

Officer landscape contractor
South-East Growth Corridor

"Builder framework site-prep needed a Kubota SVL97-3 compact track loader for Tarneit subdivision stage work on fresh fill. Bank wanted property security on a $160k machine. The lender we ended up with took the builder framework agreement as the security case, machine on site week two."

Site-prep civil contractor
Tarneit / Western Melbourne

"Hire-fleet replenishment for a Dandenong South civil-and-landscape hire yard, four Bobcat T-Series compact track loaders across a 6-month rotation. Existing bank facility wouldn't extend without restructuring the whole portfolio. Specialist lender funded all four on one master facility against the hire-revenue stream."

Equipment hire operator
Dandenong South

"North East Link tier-2 civil subcontract on soft fill needed a Cat 299D3 large-frame CTL plus a 4-in-1 bucket and trencher. Bank wanted a six-week credit decision and we had a three-week window. Specialist lender approved in days, machine on site for mobilisation."

North East Link civil sub
Northern Melbourne

"West Gate Tunnel tier-2 site-prep on saltmarsh fill needed an ASV RT-120F large-frame Posi-Track plus a 1.7t mini-excavator. The lender we ended up with took the head-contractor framework value as the security case, both machines on site by week three."

West Gate Tunnel civil sub
Inner West Melbourne

"Council parks landscape framework with Hume City Council needed a Cat 259D3 CTL plus broom and mulcher attachments. Council-paid contracts run monthly-against-progress, doesn't fit a bank's PAYG model. Specialist lender split the deal across the asset and attachments."

Council parks landscape operator
Hume City / Northern Melbourne

"Demolition cleanup on an Inner Melbourne CBD redevelopment needed a Bobcat T76 for the muddy strip-out window. Bank wanted full financials. Specialist lender approved on the BAS plus head-contractor PO, machine on site week one."

Demolition cleanup contractor
Inner Melbourne CBD

"Pool builder on the Mornington Peninsula needed a Bobcat T66 compact track loader and a 1-tonne mini-loader for tight turf-protecting backyard access. Specialist lender bundled both assets and the float under one facility, two-week mobilisation."

Pool builder
Mornington Peninsula

"Gippsland dairy shed cleanout contractor needed a Kubota SVL97-3 with the manure scraper plus a transport float. The tracked machine kept up on slick concrete floors where wheeled skid steers had been bogging. Specialist lender took the contract portfolio as the asset case."

Gippsland dairy shed cleanout
West Gippsland

"Suburban Rail Loop precinct tier-3 site-prep for a Glen Waverley package needed a John Deere 333P P-Tier CTL plus attachments for trench and grading work. Bank wanted PAYG income on a director who lives off the business. The lender we ended up with took the contract value as the security case."

SRL site-prep operator
Glen Waverley / South-East Melbourne
FAQ

Common Melbourne Posi Track Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Melbourne site and landscape operators ask most.

What types of posi track and CTL can I finance in Melbourne?

We finance the full compact track loader range: small-frame CTL (under 65hp, e.g. Bobcat T66, Cat 239D3, Kubota SVL65), mid-frame CTL (65-90hp, e.g. Bobcat T76, Cat 259D3, Kubota SVL75-3, ASV RT-75), large-frame CTL (90hp+, e.g. Bobcat T86, Cat 299D3, Kubota SVL97-3, ASV RT-120F, JD 333P) and mini track loaders for tight access. Plus the full attachment range (4-in-1 buckets, mulchers, trenchers, hydraulic hammers, augers, planers, sweepers, grading beams, pallet forks). All major makes: ASV, Bobcat, Caterpillar, Kubota, John Deere, Case, New Holland, JCB, Wacker Neuson, Takeuchi and Yanmar. New, used, ex-hire, demonstrator, dealer or private sale.

How long does Melbourne posi track finance take to settle?

Pre-approval typically comes back inside a business day when your application is complete. Settlement happens once you have signed contracts and any final lender conditions are met. Specialist asset lenders move faster than major banks on compact track loader deals because they assess the machine and contract income directly rather than waiting on property valuations.

Do I need to own property to qualify?

No. Equifund's specialist lender panel includes options that assess on the asset, your project or contract income and trading history rather than requiring property as security. This matters most for owner-operators, landscape contractors, small civil subbies and family earthmoving operations who don't want to lock the property folio for a sub-$200k machine.

Do I need a deposit?

$0 deposit is available for prime applications, especially established operators with active site contracts, builder framework agreements or landscape council contracts. New ABNs typically need some contribution, but $0 deposit on the right deal is common for ongoing operators with verifiable project income.

What's the difference between a posi track / CTL and a wheeled skid steer?

A posi track (compact track loader, CTL) rides on rubber tracks instead of tyres. Tracks give you lower ground pressure (typically 4-6 PSI vs 25-30 PSI on a wheeled skid steer), so a CTL stays on top of soft / wet / turf / fresh-fill ground that would bog a wheeled machine. CTLs also push harder, climb steeper grades and grade more smoothly. The trade-offs: tracks cost more to replace than tyres, top speed is slower, and they wear faster on hard surfaces. Civil subbies on housing-estate fill, landscape contractors protecting turf, demolition cleanup in mud, and dairy / poultry shed cleanout typically pick CTL. Hire fleets, concreters on hard slab and builder yard work often pick wheeled SSL. We finance both classes across the panel.

Is an ASV Posi-Track better than a Bobcat or Cat CTL?

ASV invented the Posi-Track suspended-undercarriage system, which lets the tracks flex independently over uneven ground for lower ground pressure, smoother ride and higher push on hills than the rigid-frame undercarriages used by most competitors. That's the case for ASV on the hardest soft-ground work (snow, fresh fill, deep mud, steep grades). For most everyday CTL work, Bobcat T-Series, Cat D3, Kubota SVL and John Deere P-Tier are equally capable, and brand choice usually comes down to local dealer support, attachment compatibility and resale. Equifund finances every CTL brand on the panel.

Can I finance a used posi track, ex-hire or private sale machine?

Yes. Used (including ex-hire fleet, ex-mining and end-of-cycle machines), private sale and auction purchases are all financeable through the specialist asset lenders we work with. Ex-hire Bobcat T-Series and Cat 299D3 with verified service history are a common asset case. Major banks typically have age cut-offs that knock out older machines; specialist lenders look at the asset condition, hour-meter and undercarriage hours rather than calendar age alone.

Can I refinance an existing posi track loan?

Yes. Refinance is common when an existing deal was settled at high rates, has an unfavourable structure (balloons, restrictive covenants), or is consolidating multiple machines into one facility. We compare your current setup against the specialist panel and present options.

Which lenders does Equifund work with?

A panel of 80+ Australian lenders spanning major banks, specialist asset financiers and non-bank lenders that specifically understand landscape, civil, demolition and hire-fleet project income, site contracts and the residual value of compact track loaders across small-frame to large-frame classes.

Can I finance multiple posi tracks in one application?

Yes. Fleet deals (two or three machines for a single contract, a staged purchase across a builder framework pipeline, or hire-fleet replenishment for two to four machines a year) are common. The lender panel includes options that split fleet deals across facilities or fund them under one master agreement.

Can I finance posi track attachments and a float trailer?

Yes. Attachments (4-in-1 buckets, hydraulic augers, hammers, mulchers, trenchers, planers, sweepers, brooms, pallet forks, grading beams, post-hole augers, broom buckets and stump grinders) and the float trailer to move the machine are all financeable, either bundled with the posi track purchase or as standalone asset deals.

What's the difference between chattel mortgage and finance lease for posi track?

Chattel mortgage: you own the posi track, claim depreciation and GST, and the lender holds security over the asset. Finance lease: the lender owns the machine and you make rental payments; GST is claimed on each payment. Most owner-operators run chattel mortgage for the depreciation; landscape and hire-fleet operators sometimes mix lease for cashflow reasons. Both available across the specialist panel.

How is undercarriage wear treated for posi track finance and refinance?

Specialist asset lenders look at undercarriage hours and condition (track wear, sprocket wear, suspension component condition) as part of the asset valuation, not just total machine hours. A 4,000-hour machine with fresh tracks and rollers presents differently to a 2,500-hour machine with worn-out tracks. For refinance, an undercarriage rebuild can lift the asset valuation and unlock better terms. We can structure deals that bundle the rebuild cost with the refinance.

What is an Australian Credit Licence (ACL)?

An Australian Credit Licence (ACL) is the ASIC authorisation required to engage in regulated credit activities in Australia. Equifund operates under ACL 389328. This means we are bound by responsible lending obligations and the National Consumer Credit Protection Act when arranging finance.

I run a North East Link, West Gate Tunnel or Suburban Rail Loop tier-2 civil subcontract on soft / fresh-fill ground. Can you finance posi tracks and compact track loaders for site prep?

Yes. North East Link, West Gate Tunnel, Suburban Rail Loop, Metro Tunnel and the broader VIC Big Build civil pipeline soft-fill site-prep work is a strong asset case for specialist lenders that fund ASV, Bobcat, Cat, Kubota, John Deere, Case and New Holland compact track loaders for tier-2 and tier-3 subbies. Head-contractor framework value, site contract value and asset condition are weighted directly.

I run a landscape contracting crew on Melbourne growth-corridor housing estates (Officer, Pakenham, Melton, Tarneit, Truganina) where turf protection matters. Can you fund a multi-machine CTL setup?

Yes. Officer, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Melton, Tarneit, Truganina and the broader Melbourne growth-corridor housing-estate landscape framework packages typically need a CTL plus a wheeled SSL plus a 1-tonne mini-loader. CTL gets the turf-protecting work; the wheeled SSL handles hardstand. Specialist lenders fund multi-machine setups on one master facility against the builder framework value rather than per-asset bank applications.

BEYOND POSI TRACKS

Other Equipment We Finance

Equifund finances every major commercial asset class for prime ABN profiles, from utes and trailers to excavators, tractors and yellow goods, backed by 80+ lenders.

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