WHO THIS IS FOR

Truck Finance Built for Brisbane Operators

Brisbane 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 Bruce Highway linehaul to north Queensland, cattle haul from the Darling Downs through Toowoomba, container drayage between Port of Brisbane and the Acacia Ridge intermodal, refrigerated runs to the Wacol and Crestmead DCs, or tippers and plant feeding the Cross River Rail and 2032 Olympic infrastructure pipeline.

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

  • Upgrading ageing trucks or trailers Replace before maintenance costs outpace what a newer asset would be worth. Trade-in and replacement structured in one application.
  • Securing a new freight 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 Free up monthly cashflow, restructure balloons before they're due, or consolidate multiple loans into one repayment.

HOW THE PROCESS WORKS

How Truck Finance Works in Brisbane

A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a Brisbane 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 transport business and the truck or trailer you are financing through our secure online form.

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Speak With a Truck Finance Specialist

An Australia-based truck 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 freight 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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RECENT SETTLEMENTS

Real Results for Brisbane Transport Operators

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

"Container drayage between Port of Brisbane and the Acacia Ridge intermodal doesn't read like standard freight to a bank. A non-bank lender that understood the wharf-to-rail movement took the deal. The side-loader has been running consistently since, and we have added a second wharf client this year."

Container drayage operator
Hemmant

"Five trucks for a contract starting at the new Wacol DC and the bank wanted property security across the whole order. The lender we ended up with took the DC contract as the asset case. The trucks were ready for the contract start and we have since picked up two adjacent runs to the same operator."

Mid-size fleet, food distribution
Wacol

"Cattle haul from the Darling Downs through Toowoomba is steady work but seasonal. The bank kept treating it like standard freight income and pricing in a buffer that did not exist. A non-bank that understood the seasonality structured repayments accordingly. We have been able to add a second prime mover to cover peak."

Family transport business, cattle
Toowoomba

"Tipper work on the Cross River Rail subcontract is steady but the head contractor pays on progress claims. Dealer finance would not match that to the repayment cycle. The lender we used structured the loan around how the site actually pays, and I have committed to a second project without overstretching."

Owner-driver, tipper
Coopers Plains

"Six refrigerated rigids for a Crestmead DC fit-out and our bank wanted property security across the order. The lender that took the cold chain contract as the asset case let us keep the warehouse out of it. We have since picked up a second freezer contract on the same business basis."

Cold chain logistics, food
Crestmead

"Container drayage between Port of Brisbane and the Acacia Ridge intermodal doesn't read like standard freight to a bank. A non-bank lender that understood the wharf-to-rail movement took the deal. The side-loader has been running consistently since, and we have added a second wharf client this year."

Container drayage operator
Hemmant

"Five trucks for a contract starting at the new Wacol DC and the bank wanted property security across the whole order. The lender we ended up with took the DC contract as the asset case. The trucks were ready for the contract start and we have since picked up two adjacent runs to the same operator."

Mid-size fleet, food distribution
Wacol

"Cattle haul from the Darling Downs through Toowoomba is steady work but seasonal. The bank kept treating it like standard freight income and pricing in a buffer that did not exist. A non-bank that understood the seasonality structured repayments accordingly. We have been able to add a second prime mover to cover peak."

Family transport business, cattle
Toowoomba

"Tipper work on the Cross River Rail subcontract is steady but the head contractor pays on progress claims. Dealer finance would not match that to the repayment cycle. The lender we used structured the loan around how the site actually pays, and I have committed to a second project without overstretching."

Owner-driver, tipper
Coopers Plains

"Six refrigerated rigids for a Crestmead DC fit-out and our bank wanted property security across the order. The lender that took the cold chain contract as the asset case let us keep the warehouse out of it. We have since picked up a second freezer contract on the same business basis."

Cold chain logistics, food
Crestmead

"Wanted a late-model used Kenworth B-double for the Pacific Motorway run between Brisbane and Sydney. The dealer's offer would have eaten the linehaul margin. A non-bank that understands the lane economics took the deal on the used spec without grinding the price. The truck has been on the lane every week since."

Interstate freight operator
Beenleigh

"Brisbane to Cairns return on the Bruce Highway, twice a fortnight, same route eleven years. The bank still wants three years of full financials every time. The non-bank we got matched with took the two recent BAS quarters and the route history. Replaced the prime mover without losing a turnaround."

Long-haul operator, Bruce Highway
Strathpine

"Crane truck for a tier-one builder on a Brisbane CBD project. Bank turnaround was not going to make first pour. A lender that scores on active contracts and operator experience took the deal. The truck made the site and we have been on three more projects with the same builder since."

Construction transport
Eagle Farm

"Quad-axle dog trailer feeding aggregate to the Cross River Rail and the 2032 Olympic infrastructure sites is solid work if you have the gear. The bank queue ran into months. A non-bank read the contract and the route and got the trailer on the road. The contract has expanded and we are looking at a second trailer."

Bulk haulage operator
Greater Ipswich

"Bought a 2019 Kenworth at the dealer auction for the Mount Isa to Brisbane refrigerated run. You have about a day to find the money or you forfeit the deposit. A non-bank had it sorted before the next pickup cycle, and the truck has been earning since. Paying down toward the next one."

Owner-driver, refrigerated long-haul
Acacia Ridge

"Wanted a late-model used Kenworth B-double for the Pacific Motorway run between Brisbane and Sydney. The dealer's offer would have eaten the linehaul margin. A non-bank that understands the lane economics took the deal on the used spec without grinding the price. The truck has been on the lane every week since."

Interstate freight operator
Beenleigh

"Brisbane to Cairns return on the Bruce Highway, twice a fortnight, same route eleven years. The bank still wants three years of full financials every time. The non-bank we got matched with took the two recent BAS quarters and the route history. Replaced the prime mover without losing a turnaround."

Long-haul operator, Bruce Highway
Strathpine

"Crane truck for a tier-one builder on a Brisbane CBD project. Bank turnaround was not going to make first pour. A lender that scores on active contracts and operator experience took the deal. The truck made the site and we have been on three more projects with the same builder since."

Construction transport
Eagle Farm

"Quad-axle dog trailer feeding aggregate to the Cross River Rail and the 2032 Olympic infrastructure sites is solid work if you have the gear. The bank queue ran into months. A non-bank read the contract and the route and got the trailer on the road. The contract has expanded and we are looking at a second trailer."

Bulk haulage operator
Greater Ipswich

"Bought a 2019 Kenworth at the dealer auction for the Mount Isa to Brisbane refrigerated run. You have about a day to find the money or you forfeit the deposit. A non-bank had it sorted before the next pickup cycle, and the truck has been earning since. Paying down toward the next one."

Owner-driver, refrigerated long-haul
Acacia Ridge
SPECIALIST VS BANK

Specialist vs Major Bank Truck Finance

Side-by-side on the criteria that decide whether a Brisbane truck deal settles or stalls.

Criterion Equifund Specialist Major Bank
Income type Reads freight invoices, contractor payments and BAS PAYG salary preferred, freight 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 Brisbane-based transport finance specialists Generic commercial credit team
FAQ

Common Brisbane Truck Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Brisbane transport operators ask most.

What types of trucks can I finance in Brisbane?

We finance prime movers, rigid trucks, tippers, refrigerated units, B-doubles, trailers and specialty trucks across all major makes including Kenworth, Volvo, Mack, Iveco, Hino, MAN, Isuzu and Scania. New, used, demonstrator, dealer or private sale.

How long does Brisbane truck 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 Brisbane 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 freight income and asset value rather than requiring property security. Non-property owners regularly settle truck finance through Equifund.

Do I need a deposit?

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

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

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

Can I refinance an existing truck loan?

Yes. Many Brisbane operators refinance to access a better rate, restructure repayments around their cashflow, release equity from the asset, or consolidate multiple truck 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 freight income and transport assets. Your specialist matches your file to the right lender for the deal.

Can I finance multiple trucks in one application?

Yes. We regularly settle multi-truck deals for Brisbane 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 trucks?

Yes. Prime movers, trailers, refrigerated units and combinations are all on the panel. Trailer security can be structured independently of truck 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 truck while the lender holds it as security. You claim GST upfront and depreciate the truck for tax. It is the most common structure for established Brisbane owner-operators. A finance lease keeps the truck 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 cashflow against vehicle turnover. Your Australia-based truck finance specialist will recommend the structure that suits your business and tax position. Read the full chattel mortgage vs finance lease comparison.

What is freight income recognition?

Freight income recognition is how a specialist lender reads income from freight invoices, contractor payments and transport activity rather than treating only PAYG salary as income. Bank credit templates often miss this. Specialist lenders price freight income accurately, which is why established Brisbane owner-operators frequently get approved on deals that mainstream banks decline.

What is low-doc truck finance?

Low-doc truck 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 Brisbane who would rather not produce two years of full tax returns for a single asset purchase.

What is pre-approval in truck finance?

Pre-approval is a conditional finance approval issued before you commit to a truck. 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 road trains for western Queensland cattle work?

Yes. Road train prime movers, dollies and cattle crate trailers for Darling Downs, Mount Isa, Charleville and far-western Queensland cattle haul are routinely financed through specialist transport lenders on our panel. Lenders understand stock movement seasonality and structure repayments accordingly.

I work on Cross River Rail and the 2032 Olympic infrastructure pipeline. Can you finance plant and tippers for subcontractors?

Yes. Tippers, concrete agitators, low loaders and plant for subcontractors on Cross River Rail, Brisbane Metro and the 2032 Olympic infrastructure projects are financed through lenders who understand head-contractor progress-claim payment terms and tier-one subcontract structures.

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