WHO THIS IS FOR

Tractor Finance Built for Perth Operators

Whether you run a Wheatbelt family farm, a broadacre cropping operation or a contract harvesting business, Equifund matches your application to the lenders that read grower contracts, harvest income and asset residual value the right way. Common applications include tractors for broadacre cropping, mixed farming (crop and livestock) and hay and lucerne.

Your application goes to specialist ag lenders who assess grower contract and harvest income, asset value and trading history directly, in one structured submission with no multi-lender credit hits.

  • Upgrading ageing tractors Replace before maintenance costs outpace what a newer asset would be worth. Trade-in and replacement structured in one application.
  • Taking on new contract or seasonal work Line up pre-approval before seeding or harvest contracts are signed, so the tractor can be bought as soon as the work is confirmed.
  • 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.

SPECIALIST vs BANK vs DEALER

Equifund vs Bank vs Dealer Finance

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

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 assessedGrower contract, harvest 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 choiceA wide panel of 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 tractor, 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 Tractor Finance Works in Perth

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

01
Group (3)

Complete the Form in 60 Seconds

Tell us about your farming business and the tractor you are financing through our secure online form.

02
Group (4)

Speak With a Tractor Finance Specialist

An Australian tractor finance specialist reviews your situation and walks you through the documents needed for the lender match.

03
Frame (9)

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 harvest and contract income actually flows.

04
Group (5)

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 credit check unless you proceed.
RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Results for Perth Tractor Operators

Tractor deals settled across a wide panel of Australian specialist lenders. ACL 389328.

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Broadacre cropping tractor
Kewdale

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Mixed farming tractor (crop + livestock)
Welshpool

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Hay + lucerne tractor
Forrestfield

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Dairy tractor
Bayswater

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Orchard / vineyard tractor
Alkimos

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Pastoral grazing tractor
Pilbara FIFO

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Small-block + hobby farm tractor
Kwinana

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Contract harvesting tractor
Bunbury

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Council-framework groundskeeping tractor
Joondalup

"Perth operator needed a finance structure that read tractor contract income directly, not PAYG. Bank wanted property security or three years of trading. Specialist lender approved on BAS plus head-contractor PO. Tractor on the ground inside the contract window."

Forestry / log-skidding tractor
Mandurah
FAQ

Common Perth Tractor Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Perth farmers and ag contractors ask most.

What types of Tractor can I finance in Perth?

We finance every tractor class: broadacre and row-crop tractors (John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, Massey Ferguson, Fendt), utility and compact tractors (Kubota), headers and combines, hay and forage equipment, sprayers, seeders, planters, tillage gear and grain-handling infrastructure. New, used, ex-fleet, dealer, private sale or auction.

How long does Perth tractor finance take to settle?

Pre-approval typically comes back inside a business day. Settlement happens once you have signed contracts and any final lender conditions are met. Ag-specialist lenders read your grower contracts and harvest income directly, so they move faster than major banks on farm equipment deals.

Do I need to own farmland to qualify?

No. The specialist lender panel includes options that assess on the tractor asset, your grower contracts, harvest cycle income and trading history rather than requiring property as security. This matters most for share-farmers, contract harvesters and family farms that do not want to tie up the farm title.

Do I need a deposit?

$0 deposit is available for prime applications, especially established growers with active grower contracts or contract harvest agreements. Other applications may need a contribution, depending on the lender.

Can I finance a used tractor / header / ex-fleet machine?

Yes. Used tractors (including ex-fleet, dealer demo and private sale) are all financeable. Major banks have age cut-offs; specialist lenders look at machine condition, hours and service history.

Can repayments be structured around the harvest cycle?

Yes. Seasonal repayment structures (skip-month, harvest-end lump, quarterly-to-match-receival) are standard for broadacre and hay and lucerne growers. Specialist lenders understand grower income runs against grain receival cycles and hay-cut timing.

Can I finance multiple machines together?

Yes. Multi-machine deals (a tractor, header and sprayer for a full broadacre setup, or a tractor and several hay implements for a hay contractor) are common. The lender panel includes options that fund packages under a master facility against the grower contract portfolio.

Can I refinance an existing tractor loan?

Yes. Refinance is common when an existing deal was settled at high rates, has an unfavourable structure, or is consolidating multiple machines into one master facility.

Which lenders does Equifund work with?

A wide panel of Australian lenders spanning major banks, ag-specialist lenders, asset financiers and non-bank lenders that specifically understand grower-contract income, harvest cycles, seasonal income and the residual value of farm equipment.

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

With a chattel mortgage you own the tractor from settlement and the lender holds security over it, so you can typically claim the GST on the purchase price and depreciation runs through your own business. Under a finance lease the lender retains legal title to the tractor; lease payments are typically fully deductible. Both structures are available. Confirm your own tax position with your accountant.

What is grower-contract income recognition?

Grower-contract income recognition is how a specialist lender reads income from grower contracts, grain receival statements, hay supply agreements and contract harvest agreements rather than treating only PAYG salary as income. It matters for broadacre growers and contract harvesters whose income comes from seasonal harvest.

What is low-doc farm equipment finance?

Low-doc tractor finance is asset finance assessed on a reduced document set, typically BAS, bank statements and the grower contract, rather than full financials and tax returns. Best suited to established growers with an active ABN.

Can I claim instant asset write-off on a tractor purchase?

Tax treatment depends on the structure you choose and current ATO rules. From 1 July 2026 the $20,000 small business instant asset write-off is permanent for businesses with aggregated turnover under $10 million, for eligible assets costing less than $20,000 (ato.gov.au). Larger tractor purchases generally fall under standard depreciation. Confirm your own tax position with your accountant.

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.

BEYOND TRACTORS

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 a wide lender panel.

Equifund finance specialist on call
Australian tractor finance specialists

Apply for Your Perth Tractor Finance

Three quick steps. An Australian tractor finance specialist usually gets back to you the same business day.

Pre-approval in 24 hours
Wide lender panel
Equifund
Business Details
Equifund
Contact Information
Equifund
Asset Information