Construction Equipment and Heavy Machinery Finance
Get the Equipment You Need Without Tying Up Your Cash Flow
For many builders, contractors and earthmoving operators, purchasing heavy machinery is one of the largest investments they'll make.
Whether you're expanding your fleet, upgrading older equipment, or taking on larger projects, the right finance solution can help you access the machinery you need while preserving valuable working capital.
Why Finance Construction Equipment?
Instead of paying the full purchase price upfront, equipment finance allows your business to spread the cost over time while putting the machinery to work immediately.
Benefits Include :
✓ Preserve cash flow and working capital
✓ Access higher-value equipment sooner
✓ Flexible repayment options
✓ Funding available for new and used machinery
✓ Finance structures tailored to your business
What can be financed?
Carla Finance can assist with finance for a wide range of construction and civil equipment, including:
- Excavators
- Bulldozers
- Loaders & Skid Steers
- Cranes & Lifting Equipment
- Rollers & Compactors
- Graders
- Attachments & Specialised Plant
- Earthmoving Equipment
Both new and used machinery may be eligible, subject to lender requirements.
Finance Options Available
Chattel Mortgage
Ideal for businesses wanting ownership from day one while benefiting from competitive commercial lending structures.
Low Doc Equipment Finance
Suitable for businesses with limited financial documentation or irregular income patterns.
Hire Purchase
Provides a pathway to ownership at the end of the agreed finance term.
Equipment Leasing
A flexible option for businesses that regularly upgrade equipment or prefer not to own the asset outright.
Who is it suitable for?
Construction equipment finance is commonly used by :
- Residential & Commercial Builders
- Civil Contractors
- Earthmoving & Demolition Operators
- Plant Hire Businesses
- Trades & Specialist Subcontractors
Finance solutions can be structured for :
- Sole Traders
- Partnerships
- Companies
- Trust Structures
New vs used Equipment
✔ Longer loan terms often available
✔ Manufacturer warranty protection
✔ Stronger resale value
✔ Greater lender flexibility
Used Equipment
✔ Lower purchase costs
✔ Suitable for growing businesses
✔ Funding available for quality, well-maintained assets
✔ Flexible solutions depending on age and condition
Things to Consider
Before arranging finance, consider :
- Expected utilisation of the machinery
- Project pipeline and future workload
- Cash flow requirements
- Loan term versus equipment life
- Potential balloon or residual payments
The right structure can support growth and improve flexibility throughout the life of the asset. At Carla Finance, we understand that every construction business operates differently. We can identify solutions that suit you for equipment requirements, business structure, cash flow needs or growth objectives.