Indicative rates, November 2026
| Equipment / asset | Finance type | Rate | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small forwarder (6-8t payload) | Hire purchase | From 5.9% APR | 3-5 years |
| Mid-size forwarder (10-14t payload) | Hire purchase | From 6.0% APR | 3-7 years |
| Large forwarder (16-20t payload) | Hire purchase | From 6.2% APR | 3-7 years |
| Harvester + forwarder package | Hire purchase | From 6.0% APR | 4-7 years |
Worked example: John Deere 1210G forwarder (12t payload)
| Asset value | £230,000 |
|---|---|
| Finance type | Hire purchase |
| Term | 5 years |
| Rate | 6.1% APR |
| Monthly payment | £4,457 |
| Total repayable | £267,420 |
| Total interest | £37,420 |
| Note | Can be packaged with a harvester under a single credit approval |
Why finance through a broker?
- Harvester + forwarder packaged under a single credit approval where possible
- John Deere, Komatsu, Ponsse, Logset, Rottne - all OEMs considered
- Used forwarders to 10 years funded with full PM history and machine hours