Equipment financing

Capital for your next skid steer — Skid Steer Financing Pros

Get connected with lenders offering 2026 equipment loans for new and used skid steers, regardless of your current credit score.

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Soft credit inquiry only. Applying does not affect your score.

Industry terms
  • Operating lease
  • Capital lease
  • Soft pull
  • Equipment age
  • Utilization rate
  • Loan-to-value
  • Stipulation
  • Debt-to-income
  • $5K–$500K Available funding range
  • 24–48 hours Typical approval speed
  • 0% down Zero-down options
How it works

How the money moves.

One soft check to match. One hard pull, and only from the lender you choose. That mechanism is why this is not a broker.

1
You
Submit inquiry
Complete our secure online form with your basic business and equipment info.
2
Us
Lender review
Our partner network reviews your request to find matching loan products.
3
Lender
Receive offer
Get a clear breakdown of interest rates and terms from a qualified lender.
4
Lender
Equipment funding
Funds transfer directly to the dealer or seller upon final agreement.

No upfront costs

  • We never charge borrowers fees for connecting with our lender network.
  • Lenders provide transparent quotes without hidden origination costs.

2026 market rates

  • Access competitive financing options tailored for 2026 construction budgets.
  • Multiple lender quotes allow you to compare rates side-by-side.

Bad credit access

  • Lenders focus on the collateral value of the skid steer itself.
  • Past credit challenges do not automatically disqualify your application.
Why this exists

Why the usual lenders say no.

Your revenue is real. The problem is the form. Here is why traditional underwriting turns away healthy operators in this space, and what we do differently.

01

Limited operating history

Traditional banks often require three years of tax returns for loan approval.

Specialized equipment lenders assess your revenue potential rather than just business age.
02

Personal credit issues

Big banks use generic credit scoring models that ignore industry-specific realities.

Our partners prioritize the value of the equipment you are purchasing as collateral.
03

Used equipment age

Many lenders reject loans for machines with more than 5,000 engine hours.

We work with lenders who understand the operational longevity of well-maintained loaders.
Composite scenarios

What a funded request actually looks like.

Composite illustrative scenarios, not specific borrowers. Each is built from the kinds of requests this niche routinely sees.

Illustrative Midwest · Equipment loan
$45K–$60K

Concrete contractor

Upgrading to a new compact track loader for increased lift capacity.

Illustrative Southwest · Equipment lease
$20K–$35K

Landscape business

Purchasing a reliable used skid steer for site preparation work.

Illustrative Northeast · Small business loan
$10K–$25K

Independent contractor

Financing a skid steer to handle winter snow removal contracts.

Illustrative Pacific · Startup funding
$50K–$75K

Excavation startup

Acquiring a fleet-ready track loader with zero down financing.

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Coverage options

Protect your heavy equipment

Financing secures the iron, but insurance protects your investment. Talk to us about bundling equipment liability coverage with your next financing package.

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Questions we get asked

Frequently asked.

Dealer financing is convenient but often restrictive. Private lenders offer flexibility on terms, ranging from 24 to 72 months, and may provide better rates if your credit score is below 680.

What are you looking for?

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