WHO THIS IS FOR

Truck Finance Built for Sydney Operators

Sydney 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. The reasons are usually the same: invoice-based income, no residential property to offer as security, or a credit file marked from rate shopping.

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 Sydney

A simple, secure online application, with honest advice from a Sydney 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

A Sydney-based 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.

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

Real Results for Sydney Transport Operators

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

"Port Botany container run started Monday and the spare wasn't going to make it. Cody had us settled on a replacement prime mover Friday and the truck was on the dock for the first slot Monday morning."

Mick, Owner-Driver
Port Botany

"Refrigerated FMCG run on the Pacific Highway with steady year-round volume. Equifund put it with a lender that scored on the recurring shipper contract and structured repayments to the weekly payment cycle."

Carly, Operations Manager
Refrigerated freight

"Won a new container-drayage contract from Port Botany to Moorebank Intermodal. Added two more prime movers on the back of the contract. Terry structured a chattel mortgage with a term that matched the contract's three-year run."

Hannah, Director
Port and intermodal drayage

"Sydney-to-Brisbane corridor on the Newell Highway, steady interstate freight on a national 3PL contract. They matched us with a lender that scored on the recurring 3PL contract income and the active job book."

Wayne, Operations Manager
Interstate corridor

"Bought an ex-fleet prime mover at a Western Sydney auction yard, low kilometres and clean books. Equifund had us pre-approved before walking in so the bid stood up against finance buyers in the room."

Brett, Owner-Driver
Owner-driver

"Port Botany container run started Monday and the spare wasn't going to make it. Cody had us settled on a replacement prime mover Friday and the truck was on the dock for the first slot Monday morning."

Mick, Owner-Driver
Port Botany

"Refrigerated FMCG run on the Pacific Highway with steady year-round volume. Equifund put it with a lender that scored on the recurring shipper contract and structured repayments to the weekly payment cycle."

Carly, Operations Manager
Refrigerated freight

"Won a new container-drayage contract from Port Botany to Moorebank Intermodal. Added two more prime movers on the back of the contract. Terry structured a chattel mortgage with a term that matched the contract's three-year run."

Hannah, Director
Port and intermodal drayage

"Sydney-to-Brisbane corridor on the Newell Highway, steady interstate freight on a national 3PL contract. They matched us with a lender that scored on the recurring 3PL contract income and the active job book."

Wayne, Operations Manager
Interstate corridor

"Bought an ex-fleet prime mover at a Western Sydney auction yard, low kilometres and clean books. Equifund had us pre-approved before walking in so the bid stood up against finance buyers in the room."

Brett, Owner-Driver
Owner-driver

"Cold-chain distribution across Macarthur and the M7 corridor required a refrigerated upgrade on three trucks. Jake matched us with a lender that scored on the cold-chain contracts and approved the whole upgrade as one credit decision."

Lisa, GM
Cold chain

"Stepped up from sub-contract driving on Hunter Valley coal haul to running our own prime mover. Jason structured a chattel mortgage with the right balloon to align with the contract's progress payments."

Beau, Owner-Driver
Hunter Valley coal haul

"Last-mile e-commerce contract on a national platform underwrote five new rigids across the Wetherill Park distribution loop. They put us with a lender that scored on the e-commerce contract pipeline."

Brad, Operations Manager
Last-mile distribution

"Cattle haul on the New England Highway down to Sydney saleyards and back. Steady district contracts. John found a lender that scored on the recurring saleyard contracts and the active pastoral pipeline."

Murray, Owner-Driver
Livestock transport

"Picked up a regional fuel distributor contract on the Hume Highway and across the Greater Western Sydney loop. Alex structured a chattel mortgage with a balloon to match the seasonal cashflow pattern."

Hayden, Director
Fuel haulage

"Cold-chain distribution across Macarthur and the M7 corridor required a refrigerated upgrade on three trucks. Jake matched us with a lender that scored on the cold-chain contracts and approved the whole upgrade as one credit decision."

Lisa, GM
Cold chain

"Stepped up from sub-contract driving on Hunter Valley coal haul to running our own prime mover. Jason structured a chattel mortgage with the right balloon to align with the contract's progress payments."

Beau, Owner-Driver
Hunter Valley coal haul

"Last-mile e-commerce contract on a national platform underwrote five new rigids across the Wetherill Park distribution loop. They put us with a lender that scored on the e-commerce contract pipeline."

Brad, Operations Manager
Last-mile distribution

"Cattle haul on the New England Highway down to Sydney saleyards and back. Steady district contracts. John found a lender that scored on the recurring saleyard contracts and the active pastoral pipeline."

Murray, Owner-Driver
Livestock transport

"Picked up a regional fuel distributor contract on the Hume Highway and across the Greater Western Sydney loop. Alex structured a chattel mortgage with a balloon to match the seasonal cashflow pattern."

Hayden, Director
Fuel haulage
SPECIALIST VS BANK

Specialist vs Major Bank Truck Finance

Side-by-side on the criteria that decide whether a Sydney 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 Sydney-based transport finance specialists Generic commercial credit team
FAQ

Common Sydney Truck Finance Questions

Straight answers to the questions Sydney transport operators ask most.

What types of trucks can I finance in Sydney?

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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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.

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