WHO THIS IS FOR

Roller Finance Built for Australian Operators

Rollers owner-operators, subcontractors and small-fleet operators across Australia are knocked back by banks, stalled in single-lender queues, and locked into single products by dealer finance. Whether you run road construction compaction work, asphalt paving and finishing, council road and footpath subcontracts, civil site sub-base compaction, hire-out rollers on day-rate contracts to civil contractors, tier-one road infrastructure subcontracts, or owner-operator civil work.

Your application goes to specialist civil and roadworks lenders who assess site contracts, asset value and trading history directly, in one structured submission with no multi-lender credit hits.

  • Upgrading ageing rollers or trailers Replace before maintenance costs outpace what a newer asset would be worth. Trade-in and replacement structured in one application.
  • Winning a new site or 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.

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How Roller Finance Works in Australia

A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a Australia 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 business and the roller you are financing through our secure online form.

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Speak With a Roller Finance Specialist

An Australia-based roller 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 business 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.

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60 second form. No impact on your credit score.
RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Results for Australian Roller Operators

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

"Asphalt subcontract for a council resurfacing programme kicking off Monday. We needed the smooth-drum roller on site Sunday night. Jake had us settled Friday afternoon and the unit went straight on a low-loader."

Mitch, Site Supervisor
Asphalt subcontractor

"Tier-two civil contract for a regional highway upgrade required two rollers and a paver. Equifund put it with a lender that scored on the head-contract income rather than property security."

Megan, Project Manager
Highway upgrade

"Pavement preservation contracts for a local council kept us busy through summer. They matched us with a lender that scored on the recurring council contracts and structured repayments around progress claims."

Tim, Owner
Civil maintenance

"Demo padfoot roller on a subdivision compaction job for ten days. Performance was a step up. Cody arranged the swap before the demo went back to the dealer."

Geoff, Plant Manager
Civil contractor

"Major company sell-down of low-hour rollers, three units across the auction. Equifund had us pre-approved on the morning and we bid on two with confidence."

Rob, Owner-Operator
Civil contractor

"Asphalt subcontract for a council resurfacing programme kicking off Monday. We needed the smooth-drum roller on site Sunday night. Jake had us settled Friday afternoon and the unit went straight on a low-loader."

Mitch, Site Supervisor
Asphalt subcontractor

"Tier-two civil contract for a regional highway upgrade required two rollers and a paver. Equifund put it with a lender that scored on the head-contract income rather than property security."

Megan, Project Manager
Highway upgrade

"Pavement preservation contracts for a local council kept us busy through summer. They matched us with a lender that scored on the recurring council contracts and structured repayments around progress claims."

Tim, Owner
Civil maintenance

"Demo padfoot roller on a subdivision compaction job for ten days. Performance was a step up. Cody arranged the swap before the demo went back to the dealer."

Geoff, Plant Manager
Civil contractor

"Major company sell-down of low-hour rollers, three units across the auction. Equifund had us pre-approved on the morning and we bid on two with confidence."

Rob, Owner-Operator
Civil contractor

"First time on a tier-two head-contract for a council reseal programme. Terry structured a chattel mortgage with a term that matched the contract's three-year run."

Sue, Director
Civil contractor

"Owner-operator stepping up into our first head-contract sub-contract on a regional highway project. John found a lender that scored on the contract and operator experience."

Beau, Owner-Operator
Highway sub-contractor

"Regional civil with steady council and shire work. They put us with a lender that ran an irregular-repayment schedule keyed to council invoicing cycles."

Tess, Owner
Regional civil

"Hire-out roller fleet to small civil and asphalt subcontractors. Day-rate revenue from the hire book didn't fit standard finance templates. Jason structured the loan to the hire-revenue cycle."

Don, Yard Manager
Hire-out fleet

"Established civil business expanding into bulk earthworks. Equifund found a lender that scored on the active head-contractor contracts as the case for a second roller."

Kerry, Operations Manager
Bulk earthworks

"First time on a tier-two head-contract for a council reseal programme. Terry structured a chattel mortgage with a term that matched the contract's three-year run."

Sue, Director
Civil contractor

"Owner-operator stepping up into our first head-contract sub-contract on a regional highway project. John found a lender that scored on the contract and operator experience."

Beau, Owner-Operator
Highway sub-contractor

"Regional civil with steady council and shire work. They put us with a lender that ran an irregular-repayment schedule keyed to council invoicing cycles."

Tess, Owner
Regional civil

"Hire-out roller fleet to small civil and asphalt subcontractors. Day-rate revenue from the hire book didn't fit standard finance templates. Jason structured the loan to the hire-revenue cycle."

Don, Yard Manager
Hire-out fleet

"Established civil business expanding into bulk earthworks. Equifund found a lender that scored on the active head-contractor contracts as the case for a second roller."

Kerry, Operations Manager
Bulk earthworks
SPECIALIST VS BANK

Specialist vs Major Bank Roller Finance

Side-by-side on the criteria that decide whether an Australian roller finance deal settles or stalls.

Criterion Equifund Specialist Major Bank
Income type Reads project payments, progress claims and BAS PAYG salary preferred, contract income often discounted
Lender access Panel of 80+ Australian lenders matched to your file One bank, one credit template
Pre-approval speed Typically inside 24 hours 5 to 10 business days on average
Documentation Low-doc options available for established operators Full financials usually required
Deposit $0 deposit available for prime applications Deposit typically required
Industry expertise Australia-based asset and equipment finance specialists Generic commercial credit team
FAQ

Common Roller Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Australian businesses and operators ask most.

What types of rollers can I finance in Australia?

We finance new, used, demonstrator, dealer and private-sale rollers across all major makes and models. Your specialist matches the finance to your work and the lender to your file.

How long does roller finance take to settle?

Pre-approval is typically inside 24 hours once you submit the form. Settlement timing then depends on the lender and asset details, with many Australian deals settling within a week of pre-approval.

Do I need to own property to qualify?

No. Many of our lenders score the deal on contract income and asset value rather than requiring property security. Non-property owners regularly settle roller finance through Equifund.

Do I need a deposit?

Not always. $0 deposit is available for prime applications, especially for established operators with active contracts and project work. Other deals may require a deposit depending on the asset, the lender and the loan term.

Can I finance a used roller, private sale, or auction purchase?

Yes. We finance dealer purchases, private sales, auctions and end-of-lease buyouts. The roller just needs to meet the lender's age and condition requirements.

Can I refinance an existing roller loan?

Yes. Many Australian operators refinance to access a better rate, restructure repayments around their income cycle, release equity from the asset, or consolidate multiple roller loans into one facility.

Which lenders does Equifund work with?

We have a panel of 80+ Australian lenders spanning major banks, specialist asset financiers and non-bank lenders that specifically understand contract income and transport assets. Your specialist matches your file to the right lender for the deal.

Can I finance multiple rollers in one application?

Yes. We regularly settle multi-roller deals for Australian fleets, often splitting the package across more than one lender to fit each asset's spec and your overall structure.

Do you finance trailers and equipment as well as rollers?

Yes. Rollers, attachments, trailers and related equipment are all on the panel. Equipment security can be structured independently of roller finance if that better suits the deal.

What's the difference between a chattel mortgage and a finance lease?

A chattel mortgage gives you immediate ownership of the roller while the lender holds it as security. You claim GST upfront and depreciate the roller for tax. It is the most common structure for established Australian owner-operators. A finance lease keeps the roller on the lender's books with set monthly payments and an optional residual paid at the end of the term. Useful for fleet operators managing repayments against vehicle turnover. Your Australia-based roller finance specialist will recommend the structure that suits your business and tax position. Read the full chattel mortgage vs finance lease comparison.

What is contract income recognition?

Contract income recognition is how a specialist lender reads income from project payments, progress claims and BAS rather than treating only PAYG salary as income. Bank credit templates often miss this. Specialist lenders read contract income accurately, which is why established Australian operators frequently get approved on deals that mainstream banks decline.

What is low-doc roller finance?

Low-doc roller finance is approval on a reduced documentation set, usually a Director declaration plus business activity statements or recent bank statements, rather than full financials. It is faster to process and common for established small-fleet operators in Australia who would rather not produce two years of full tax returns for a single asset purchase.

What is pre-approval in roller finance?

Pre-approval is a conditional finance approval issued before you commit to a roller. It sets the maximum loan amount, indicative rate, term and repayment structure so you can negotiate with dealers, private sellers or auction houses on solid ground. Equifund pre-approvals are typically issued within 24 hours of form submission.

What is an Australian Credit Licence (ACL)?

An Australian Credit Licence (ACL) is a licence issued by ASIC permitting a business to engage in credit activities under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act. Equifund holds Australian Credit Licence 389328. Working with an ACL holder is a baseline regulatory protection for the borrower and a baseline trust signal for any Australian finance provider.

Can you finance vibratory rollers and smooth-drum rollers for road and civil work?

Yes. New, demo and used rollers (vibratory, smooth-drum, pad-foot, tandem) from Cat, Bomag, Hamm, Dynapac and Sakai for road, asphalt and civil compaction work are routinely financed through specialist lenders on our panel.

Can you finance rollers on contract income rather than property security?

Yes. Lenders on our panel score rollers on contract income, BAS and active road and civil contracts. The roller itself secures the loan.

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