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James is Head of Asset Finance in our funding division. He specialises in arranging finance for assets across a range of sectors, as well as experience in completing finance agreements for assets coming from abroad. James has more than 30 years of experience in the finance sector, providing him with the necessary expertise to arrange finance for businesses requiring finance facilities across the UK.
Excavators are one of the most versatile and valuable assets a construction or plant hire business can own. However, due to the high purchase cost, securing the right finance deal for a new or used excavator is just as important as choosing the right machine.
Whether you need a compact mini excavator for tight urban sites or a large, tracked machine for heavy civil engineering work, our dedicated construction finance team can help you find a funding structure that fits your cashflow and your operation.
We work with a wide panel of lenders experienced in construction equipment finance, and can arrange hire purchase, finance lease, or refinance on both new and used excavators. If you run a plant hire business, we understand your seasonal patterns and the need to move quickly when the right machine becomes available.
We can also arrange finance for other construction assets, including cranes and bulldozers.
An excavator is a primary piece of construction equipment. Whether it’s a crawler, backhoe or suction excavator, or purchasing a new or used excavator, we can offer flexible financial solutions.
UK Business Finance can arrange a finance facility for the purchase of a new or used excavator, structure a refinance agreement, as well as provide you with flexible seasonal payments options.
Each product operates differently in terms of ownership, deposit requirements, and repayment structure, so businesses can identify the arrangement that aligns best with their needs.
Cash flow management: Using finance to purchase a new or used excavator, rather than buying it outright, can deliver cash flow benefits for construction businesses. Instead of committing to a large upfront payment, finance solutions allow the cost to be spread across a series of fixed monthly repayments. This means working capital is preserved and remains available for the day-to-day running of the business.
Raise capital through refinancing: Asset refinance provides construction businesses with a good way to unlock cash from equipment they already own. The asset is sold to the funder and leased back, with the business receiving a substantial percentage of its value. The business retains full operational use of the asset throughout the agreement, and ownership resumes once all repayments have been made.
Straightforward budgeting: Finance agreements come with fixed monthly repayment amounts, making it easier to plan and manage outgoings in advance. Because repayment dates and amounts are agreed at the outset, businesses can set aside the necessary capital each month without encountering unexpected costs.
Upgrading equipment: Excavator finance gives construction businesses a structured and accessible route to acquiring newer, more capable machinery. With the cost spread across manageable repayments, businesses can invest in equipment that improves efficiency, reliability, and operations.
Finance tailored to your circumstances: Repayment terms can be structured to align with the specific financial requirements of the business. This allows construction businesses to select a repayment period and monthly amount that reflects their income patterns and outgoings, ensuring the agreement remains sustainable throughout its term.
An established plant hire business came to us needing to significantly expand its fleet. The client required £1.7M funding line to purchase a range of new plant machinery, including excavators, rollers, and dumpers, sourced from four separate suppliers.
Our team quickly identified hire purchase as the right structure for the deal and leveraged our panel of lenders to find a funder able to accommodate the full scope of the purchase. Clear planning and strong lender relationships meant the entire deal was completed within 48 hours.
The client left the transaction with a newer, larger, and higher-quality fleet, putting them in a stronger competitive position and giving their own customers a much broader choice of equipment to hire.
UK Business Finance is a commercial finance broker with access to a comprehensive panel of lenders, allowing us to source a tailored funding solution that reflects the specific operational needs of your business.
Here is how we can help:
For more information on excavator finance, please contact our specialist finance team.

Excavators represent a significant capital investment, where many construction businesses may want to spread that cost through a structured finance arrangement. Hire purchase and finance leases both provide a route to acquiring new or used machinery through fixed monthly repayments, while asset refinance allows businesses to draw capital from equipment they already own.
UK Business Finance can help construction businesses find the right excavator finance solution for their circumstances. Our team manages the process from initial enquiry to funding, working with a wide panel of lenders on your behalf.
| Asset Finance | Asset Refinance | Finance Lease | Unsecured Loans | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Typical term length | Medium Term | Medium Term | Medium Term | Short Term |
Flexibility | Medium | Medium | Medium | High |
Deposit required? | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Purpose | Purchase assets | Raise capital for multiple ventures | Lease assets | Multiple business needs |
1. Get a Customised Quote
When you reach out to us, we will likely request that you provide the following information. Your latest set of accounts, previous 6 months’ banks statements and director’s personal details.
2. Compare Options
Once the information from step 1 has been confirmed, we will reach out to our extensive panel of funders, who under normal circumstances, respond with an answer in 48 hours. After this, Know Your Customer (KYC) and identification checks will take place for the business and its directors.
3. Finalise the agreement
As soon as you agree to move forward with the terms and conditions, you will receive the relevant documents for you to sign and then return. After the final checks have been completed, the funds will be released. The time taken to release the funding varies depending on the funder, ranging from 24 to 72 hours.

For construction businesses, excavators are often central to how projects are delivered and how efficiently a site operates. Financing this kind of equipment allows businesses to maintain and upgrade their machinery without placing unnecessary strain on their working capital.
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We can arrange finance for a wide range of excavators, including mini excavators, midi excavators, tracked excavators, and wheeled models. Whether you're purchasing a new machine from a manufacturer such as Caterpillar, Komatsu, Volvo, or Hitachi, or a quality used model, we can tailor a solution to your requirements.
Hire purchase is one of the most popular structures for excavator finance, allowing you to spread the cost over a fixed term and own the machine outright at the end. Finance lease is also available if you'd prefer to keep the asset off your balance sheet or maintain flexibility at the end of the agreement. We'll help you identify the most appropriate structure for your business.
Timescales vary depending on the complexity of the deal and the lender's process, but we work hard to move as quickly as your purchase requires. For straightforward cases with a well-prepared application, decisions can sometimes be reached within 24 to 48 hours. Talk to us about your timeline and we'll do our best to match it.
Deposit requirements vary depending on the lender, the value of the machine, and the financial profile of your business. Some lenders can offer low deposit options for well-established businesses with strong trading histories. We'll work to find terms that minimise the upfront cost where possible.
Yes. We regularly arrange finance for businesses purchasing multiple assets, including across different suppliers. Our team can manage multiple agreements simultaneously and ensure all transactions complete efficiently, which is particularly important when machines are purchased to meet active contracts.
Yes. Finance is available for both new and used excavators. Lenders will typically consider the age, condition, hours, and current market value of the machine when assessing your application. Having a clear picture of the asset's service history can help support a smoother application process.