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Equifund transport and logistics finance is built for established Australian ABN holders, whether you are a courier business adding a van to the fleet, a freight operator replacing ageing prime movers and trailers, or a distribution company financing forklifts for a new depot. We match your application to specialist transport and logistics lenders who read freight contracts, BAS income and mixed-asset value the right way, financing prime movers, rigids, trailers, vans and materials handling equipment, new or used, right across the country.
If you hold an ABN, your application goes to specialist transport and logistics lenders who assess contract income, BAS and fleet asset value directly, in one structured submission with no multi-lender credit hits.
From prime movers to vans, Equifund finances every asset type across your transport and logistics fleet.

Prime mover finance for interstate and linehaul freight operators, from a single unit to a full fleet, new or used.

Prime mover finance for depot-based and distribution fleets running regular metro and regional freight routes.

Multi-trailer combination finance for B-double and road train operators running high-volume long-haul freight.

Heavy combination truck finance for bulk haulage and regional freight operators, new or used.

Trailer finance across curtainsiders, drop decks and freight trailers, financed alongside your prime mover or standalone.

Van finance for courier, distribution and last-mile logistics operators, new or used.
BRANDS WE FINANCE
Plus forklifts, materials handling equipment and every other major make
on the Australian market. If your brand is not listed, we still finance it.
How transport and logistics finance compares across the three places ABN holders can fund a fleet.
| Equifund, commercial finance specialist | Major bank | Dealer finance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who they lend to | Established ABN holders, couriers to freight fleets, assessed on the business and the mixed assets. | Prefers strong financials or PAYG strength, often backed by property. | Whoever is buying that unit at the yard, on a take-it-or-leave-it offer. |
| Income assessed | Freight contracts, distribution agreements 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 operation. |
| Lender choice | 80+ Australian lenders matched to your deal. | One bank, one credit template. | One or two aligned financiers only. |
| Rate & structure | Market-tested rates and structure with balloon, 1 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 & auction | New, used, ex-fleet, private-sale and auction all financed. | Restrictive on used, private and auction buys. | Usually the dealer's own stock only. |
| Mixed-asset applications | Trucks, trailers, vans and forklifts financed together on one application. | Typically one asset class per approval. | Limited to what that dealer sells. |
| Deposit & security | $0 deposit for prime applications, secured on the equipment, not your home. | Deposit and often property security required. | Varies, frequently bundled with add-ons. |
| Pre-approval speed | Typically inside 24 to 48 hours. | 5 to 10 business days on average. | Fast at the desk, but the offer is fixed. |
A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a transport and logistics finance specialist you can trust.
No pressure. No hit to your credit score.
Tell us about your transport or logistics business and the trucks, trailers, vans or equipment you are financing through our secure online form.
An Australian transport and logistics finance specialist reviews your situation and walks you through the documents needed for the lender match.
You'll have a clear pre-approval often within 1 business day, with rate, term and repayment structure tailored to how your freight income actually flows.
Your specialist sources the strongest matched offer and coordinates settlement with the dealer, private seller or auction house.
Transport and logistics deals settled across 80+ Australian specialist lenders. ACL 389328.
"Growing last-mile business, adding a van and a forklift for the new depot. Read on the freight contract, not just the vehicle, and had both settled inside the fortnight."
"New linehaul contract needed a prime mover and a curtainsider trailer ready together. Financed as one package instead of two separate applications, on the road before mobilisation."
"Cold-chain distribution business adding a refrigerated rigid to the run. Cashflow follows the produce season, not the calendar month, and the lender structured around that."
"Used prime mover at auction for a growing freight business. Auction terms meant settle in five business days or lose the deposit. Paid the seller direct on day four."
"Refinanced three trucks and two trailers into one facility. Cut the monthly outgoing, restructured a balloon that was coming due, freed up cashflow for the next depot."
"Courier business with a short trading history adding a second van. The lender assessed on the delivery contracts and BAS rather than years of books."
"New distribution depot needed forklifts and a materials handling package ready before opening day. Funded as one application instead of chasing separate equipment finance."
"Retail peak season hit and the courier network needed extra vans on the road within days. The lender structured a short-term facility that rolled into a standard term once the peak eased."
"Light rigid for a last-mile delivery business scaling up. $0 deposit on a prime application and the keys within the fortnight."
"Ex-fleet trailer, private sale. Read on the operator's freight history rather than the seller's paperwork, settled direct that week."
Straight answers to the questions Australian transport and logistics operators ask most.
Prime movers, rigids, tippers, refrigerated trucks, curtainsiders, vans, trailers and forklifts or materials handling equipment, new or used, dealer, private sale or auction.
Pre-approval typically comes back inside a business day. Settlement happens once you have signed contracts and any final lender conditions are met. Specialist transport lenders read freight income and contracts directly, so they move faster than major banks.
$0 deposit is available for prime applications, especially established operators with active contracts. New ABNs may need a contribution, but $0 deposit on the right deal is common for operators with verifiable income.
Yes. Specialist lenders can assess on your delivery contracts, the asset and your industry experience rather than requiring years of trading, which is how many growing courier and freight businesses get approved.
Yes. Used, ex-fleet, dealer demo and private-sale equipment is all financeable. Major banks apply age cut-offs; specialist lenders look at condition, hours or kilometres, and service history.
A chattel mortgage gives you ownership from day one and the GST benefit upfront. Hire purchase spreads ownership over the term. A lease keeps the asset on the lender's books with set payments and an optional residual. We match the structure to your tax position and cashflow.
Yes. Seasonal and skip-month structures are common for operators whose income runs against harvest, produce, retail peak or project cycles. The lender panel includes options that build repayments around how your freight actually flows.
Yes. A conditional pre-approval lets you quote the work and commit to the equipment knowing the finance is in place, then settle once the contract is signed.
Yes. Multi-asset and mixed-fleet deals are common, funded as a package under a master facility rather than separate loans, which simplifies your repayments and reporting.
Yes. Multi-site logistics operators can finance trucks, trailers and equipment for several depots under one facility, rather than submitting a separate application for each location.
Yes. Refinance can lower your rate or restructure a balloon, and sale-and-leaseback frees up equity in trucks, trailers or forklifts you own outright to fund the next unit.
Yes. A balloon or residual lowers your monthly repayment by deferring part of the value to the end of the term. We will structure it to suit your replacement cycle so it does not catch you out.
Trucks over one tonne payload are exempt from the ATO car limit, so the full value can generally be depreciated, and a chattel mortgage lets you claim the GST upfront. Confirm your position with your accountant.
An active ABN, recent BAS or bank statements, the equipment details, and any freight or distribution contract. We will tell you exactly what your lender match needs after a quick call.
Yes. We are an Australian transport and logistics finance team funding operators in every state and territory, from metro courier runs to regional and remote freight.
Yes. Fleet upgrades spanning trucks, trailers, vans and forklifts can be structured under one master facility, so a depot-wide refresh does not mean juggling separate loans and repayment dates.
Three quick steps. An Australian transport and logistics finance specialist gets back to you the same business day.
Specialist transport and logistics finance across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart and Darwin.
Equifund finances every major commercial asset class for prime ABN profiles, from construction equipment and farm machinery
to excavators, tractors and yellow goods, backed by 80+ lenders.
Compare structures and rates across our other commercial asset finance guides.
Important information: $0 deposit, rates, fees and approval are subject to lender criteria and your circumstances, and may vary. The information on this page is general information only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider whether it is appropriate for you before acting on it.
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