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Machinery Finance

What is Machinery Finance?

Machinery Finance provides UK companies with tailored funding to purchase, lease, or upgrade heavy-duty equipment. It supports capital investments in manufacturing, engineering, construction, and other machinery-intensive sectors, helping businesses remain competitive and expand operations without upfront expenditure.

Am I Eligible for an Machinery Finance?

UK-based limited companies with at least 6–12 months of trading history are typically eligible. Lenders assess creditworthiness, financial statements, and operational scale. Applicants must demonstrate the machinery’s relevance to core business activities.

How Much Can I Access Through Machinery Finance?

Finance amounts usually start from £10,000 and can exceed £1 million, depending on the equipment value, supplier, and business financials. Structured repayments can be arranged for larger capital projects.

How Fast Can I Get Funded Through Machinery Finance?

Approvals can take 3–7 business days, especially for high-value or custom-built machinery. Once finalised, suppliers are typically paid directly within a few days.

What Can Machinery Finance Be Used For?

Funding can be used for new or used machinery such as CNC machines, presses, conveyor systems, and production equipment. Finance can also cover installation, transport, and related project costs.

What Are the Costs & Terms for Machinery Finance?

Interest rates range from 4% to 12%, based on the machinery’s value and loan terms. Repayment periods usually span 1 to 7 years. Balloon payments or seasonal terms may be available to suit your cash flow.

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Please note the minimum requirement is £5,000.

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Submit your enquiry

Complete our quick online form with a few details about your business and what you need funding for. No commitment, no jargon.

Speak to a specialist

A dedicated finance expert will get in touch to understand your needs and tailor options that work for your business.

Get matched with a lender

We’ll match you with trusted lenders from our panel, offering competitive rates and flexible terms suited to your sector.

Choose your finance offer

Review your finance offers with full transparency. We’ll guide you through the details so you can make a confident decision.

Receive your funds

Once approved, your funds are released quickly — often within 24–48 hours — so you can get back to growing your business.

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FAQs

Can I finance second-hand machinery?

Yes, provided it’s in good condition, has verifiable history, and is sourced from a reputable vendor. Some lenders may require an independent valuation.

Does the finance cover installation and setup?

Many lenders will include ancillary costs like installation, software integration, or setup in the total finance amount, especially for large projects.

Can I finance machinery from an overseas supplier?

Yes, but there may be additional documentation or checks. Currency exchange and import duties may also affect the total finance available.

What if the machinery becomes obsolete mid-term?

You may be able to refinance or upgrade under a new agreement, especially if your business demonstrates continued growth.

Do I need to offer a deposit for Machinery Finance?

Some lenders request a 10–20% deposit, particularly on large or bespoke machinery. Others offer 100% financing with higher interest.

Jamie Davies

Head of Lending

"Machinery finance empowers businesses to acquire high-value equipment without the burden of a large initial outlay. By financing machinery over a fixed term, companies can align repayments with revenue generation, improving budgeting and operational efficiency while keeping essential assets up to date."
Disclaimer: Spark Finance Ltd (Registered office - 18 John Stow House, London, England, EC3A 7JB, Registered Number 10128297) helps UK firms access business finance. Spark is a credit broker, not a lender. Any quotes provided are for information purposes only and subject to status and separate lender terms and conditions. Applicants must be aged 18 and over.  Guarantees and Indemnities may be required.  Spark Finance may receive commission from lenders  which may vary depending on the lender, product, or other permissible factors. The nature of any commission model will be confirmed to you before you proceed.

Spark Finance Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority in the UK (FRN 958123).