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Liebherr Finance vs Independent Broker for Mobile Cranes

Liebherr Finance offers captive finance on new LTM mobile cranes purchased directly from Liebherr, with rates from 4–8%. For used LTM cranes, non-Liebherr brands (Grove, Tadano, Terex), adverse credit or multi-unit acquisitions, an independent broker will almost always secure better overall terms.

If you are buying a new Liebherr LTM directly from Liebherr and they are offering a competitive captive rate, compare it carefully before committing. For every other scenario - used LTM, other brands, adverse credit, structured fleet deals - an independent broker accessing Close Brothers, Lombard, Siemens Financial and Shawbrook will deliver better overall value.

Liebherr Finance vs Independent Broker - Comparison

Factor	Liebherr Finance (captive)	Independent Broker
Rate range	4%–8% (new LTM only)	4%–12% (multiple lenders, all assets)
New Liebherr LTM from Liebherr	Yes - direct	Yes - multiple lenders
Used Liebherr LTM	Not typically available	Yes - Close Brothers, Shawbrook, Lombard
Other crane brands (Grove, Tadano, Terex)	Not available	All brands financed
Adverse credit	Standard criteria - limited	Specialist lenders available
Multi-unit fleet	Case by case	Fleet facilities - Close Brothers, Lombard
Operating lease	Limited	Siemens Financial, specialist lenders
Independent advice	None	Full market comparison
Maximum finance	Liebherr-set	No practical cap (Lombard/SFS)

When Each Route Wins

Liebherr Finance wins when:

You are buying a new Liebherr LTM directly from Liebherr
Liebherr is running a promotional rate that is genuinely below the open market
Your business has clean credit and approval is straightforward
Speed at point of sale from Liebherr matters more than exhaustive comparison

Independent broker wins when:

You are buying a used Liebherr LTM 1055, 1090, 1100 or larger
You want a Grove GMK, Tadano ATF or Terex AT crane
Your business has CCJs, defaults or adverse credit history
You want to finance multiple cranes under a fleet facility
You want to compare Liebherr's rate against the open market before committing
You need operating lease rather than HP for tower crane or project-based use

Common Liebherr LTM Models in Finance Discussions

Model	Capacity	Typical New Price	Finance Notes
Liebherr LTM 1055-3.2	55t	£500k–£700k	Good lender appetite - all specialist lenders
Liebherr LTM 1090-4.2	90t	£900k–£1.3m	Lombard, Close Brothers, SFS - competitive market
Liebherr LTM 1100-5.2	100t	£1.2m–£1.6m	Tier-one lenders - SFS and Lombard strongest
Liebherr LTM 1200-5.1	200t	£2.5m–£3.5m	Structured finance - Lombard / SFS only
Liebherr LTM 1500-8.1	500t	£7m–£12m+	Bespoke structured deal - specialist only

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What rates does Liebherr Finance offer on LTM mobile cranes?

Liebherr Finance typically offers rates of 4–8% on new Liebherr LTM mobile cranes purchased directly from Liebherr. During promotional campaigns, rates may be subsidised below this range for specific models.

Can an independent broker finance a Liebherr LTM crane?

Yes. Independent brokers can access lenders such as Close Brothers, Lombard, Siemens Financial and Shawbrook to finance Liebherr LTM cranes - both new and used. For used LTM models or businesses with complex profiles, a broker will typically secure better overall terms than Liebherr's captive product.

Does Liebherr Finance consider adverse credit crane applications?

Liebherr Finance, like most captive manufacturer products, applies standard credit criteria and has limited appetite for adverse credit. Crane businesses with CCJs or adverse history should approach specialist open-market lenders through an independent broker.

Will Liebherr Finance fund used LTM cranes?

Liebherr Finance's captive product is primarily structured around new Liebherr crane purchases. For used LTM cranes, independent lenders accessed through a broker - Close Brothers, Shawbrook, Lombard - are the more appropriate route.

Which Liebherr LTM models are most commonly financed in the UK?

The most frequently financed Liebherr LTM models in the UK include the LTM 1055-3.2 (55t), LTM 1090-4.2 (90t), LTM 1100-5.2 (100t) and LTM 1200-5.1 (200t). High-value models such as the LTM 1500-8.1 are typically financed through structured facilities with Lombard, Siemens Financial or Close Brothers' structured credit team.

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