Quick answer
Forklift finance funds counterbalance forklifts, reach trucks, walkie stackers, pallet jacks, order pickers and telehandlers for NZ warehousing, logistics, manufacturing and yard operations. Most NZ forklift finance is structured as hire purchase, chattel mortgage or operating lease (commonly bundled with servicing for fleets). Indicative rates from ~7.6% p.a. for new forklifts from a recognised dealer, with terms up to 84 months. Used forklifts including ex-rental and auction units are funded by specialist NZ non-bank lenders.
What we finance
- LPG, diesel and electric counterbalance forklifts
- Reach trucks
- Walkie stackers and pallet jacks
- Order pickers
- Telehandlers (rough-terrain forklifts)
- Container handlers and heavy industrial lifts
At a glance
| Typical structure | Hire purchase or operating lease (with maintenance) most common for forklifts |
| Indicative rate | From ~7.6% p.a. (new, prime borrower) — subject to credit |
| Typical term | 48–84 months |
| Typical max finance | Up to 100% on new from a recognised dealer; 80–90% on used |
| Asset age | Used forklifts: typically up to 10–12 years at end of term |
Indicative only. Actual offers depend on lender credit assessment, the asset, deposit and your business profile. All applications subject to lender credit approval.
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