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Mining Equipment Financing

Mining Equipment Financing

Haul trucks, shovels, drill rigs, crushers, and underground equipment. From quarry operators to large mining contractors. Soft-pull prequalification in 3 minutes.

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$500K-$10M+
Funding range
mining-scale equipment
8%-14%
Typical APR
established operators
60-84mo
Term length
matched to commodity cycles
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Mining equipment financing covers loans, leases, and equipment finance agreements (EFAs) for businesses purchasing equipment in the mining category. We finance new and used equipment across all major brands, with rate ranges driven by credit tier, asset price, and equipment type.

What we cover in Mining

This category includes 24 equipment types. Common items include Quarry Equipment Package, Articulated Haul Trucks (Mining), Conveyor Systems (Mining), Underground Bolters, Underground Trucks.

Asset prices in this category range from $580,000 to $1,800,000+, depending on the specific equipment, age, and configuration. We finance new equipment up to 100% of cost (excellent credit) and used equipment up to 80% of appraised value, with terms matched to the equipment’s useful life.

Typical financing structure for mining equipment

Credit tier APR range Term Down payment
Excellent (720+) 6.9-9.9% 60-84 mo 0-10%
Good (680-719) 9.9-13.9% 48-72 mo 5-15%
Fair (640-679) 13.9-17.9% 36-60 mo 10-20%
Challenged (below 640) 17.9-24.9% 24-48 mo 15-30%

Rate ranges as of May 2026, blended across our partner-lender network. Your actual rate depends on credit, equipment, term, and lender. See methodology.

How mining equipment financing works

  1. Apply for soft-pull pre-qualification. Tell us what you’re buying, asset price, business basics, credit profile.
  2. Get matched to a partner lender that specializes in mining equipment and your credit tier.
  3. Receive an indicative quote with rate, term, and structure within hours.
  4. Move to full underwriting if you accept the quote. Hard pull, financials review, equipment verification.
  5. Sign and fund. Most mining deals fund within 1-7 business days.

Common questions about mining equipment financing

Can I finance used mining equipment?

Yes. Most lenders finance used equipment up to 10-15 years old at maturity, with 80-90% LTV based on appraised value. Sometimes a third-party inspection is required for deals over $25K.

What credit score do I need?

Excellent rates require 720+ FICO. Sub-prime equipment lenders accept down to 580 with compensating factors (revenue, down payment, time in business). See our credit tier guide.

Does mining equipment qualify for Section 179?

Almost all business equipment qualifies for Section 179 deduction up to $1.22M (2026 cap). Financed equipment qualifies in the year placed in service. See our Section 179 guide.

How long does approval take?

Small-ticket equipment (under $50K) funds in 1-3 business days. Mid-ticket ($50K-$500K) in 3-7 days. Large-ticket ($500K+) in 1-3 weeks.

Mining equipment financing by state

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Case study
Aggregate quarry finances $1.2M Komatsu HD605 haul truck

Multi-generation family quarry expanding to a second pit. 18 years operating, FICO 760, $14M annual revenue. Closed via OEM captive with subvented promotional rate at 6.9% APR, 84-month term, 10% down. Total deal time: 9 business days including in-person dealer visit.

$1.2M Truck cost
6.9% APR (promotional)
84 mo Term
$120K Down payment

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Browse all Mining equipment

26 equipment types in this category. Each links to a dedicated financing page with rates, terms, and lender notes.

What to know about financing mining equipment

Common buyer profiles in Mining

Across our mining financing volume, four buyer profiles cover most applications. Each fits a different lender program, prices differently, and has its own typical structure. Knowing which one matches your situation helps frame what the application will look like.

The acquisition buyer

A business buying an existing operation that includes equipment. We treat acquisition deals as either a business loan or straight equipment financing depending on the structure. The split matters for both rate and the documents we ask for.

The grant-leveraged buyer

A business with a grant award, set-aside, or rebate that covers part of the equipment cost. We fund the remainder. The grant documentation goes into the file at application; timing of the grant disbursement versus loan funding is the detail that determines structure.

The fleet adder

An operator adding the fifth, sixth, or twentieth unit to an existing fleet. Lenders look at portfolio concentration on their side, but if the borrower has been paying on prior units cleanly, the next deal is straightforward.

The capacity-doubling buyer

An operator adding a second shift, a second line, or duplicate equipment to meet existing demand. Cleanest story to approve because the demand is already documented in the historical revenue. Loan term often matches the equipment useful life rather than being shortened against perceived risk.

Where the rate spread comes from on mining deals

Two mining applications on similar equipment at similar price can land at materially different rates. The spread is almost entirely explained by the five factors below.

  • Owner background and depth. Years of related industry experience, prior ownership of similar equipment, and any documented success operating the asset class affect review. New entrants to a class price differently from established operators expanding within their lane.
  • Financial statement quality. For transactions above $250,000, lenders weight the quality of financial statements: are they CPA-prepared, are they current within 90 days, do they reconcile to bank statements. Strong financial reporting opens up better pricing on larger transactions.
  • Existing debt service. Lenders look at total monthly debt obligations against cash flow. Adding a new payment that pushes the debt service coverage ratio below 1.20 typically requires additional support or a larger down payment.
  • Equipment as collateral. The equipment itself secures the loan. Asset class, age, condition, configuration, and resale market depth all factor into how lenders advance against the cost.
  • Use of equipment. Will the asset generate revenue immediately, will it replace an existing producing asset, or is it additive capacity. Revenue-replacement deals close most easily.

Tax treatment on mining purchases

Equipment financing has direct tax implications that vary with structure and with how the equipment is used. We summarize the main provisions below. Run any tax position through your CPA before relying on it.

Sales and use tax

Sales tax on the equipment is owed in most states. On a loan, sales tax is typically rolled into the financed amount. On a lease, sales tax is collected on each payment in many states. Equipment delivered out of state has different rules and exemptions in many jurisdictions.

Bonus depreciation interaction

Bonus depreciation under IRC Section 168(k) applies to qualifying property and runs alongside Section 179. The two interact: Section 179 is taken first and is subject to taxable income limits, then bonus depreciation applies to the remainder. Most equipment buyers use both.

Lease accounting under ASC 842

Under ASC 842, most operating leases come onto the balance sheet as right-of-use assets and lease liabilities. The income statement treatment depends on lease classification. Talk to your CPA about how the structure of your equipment financing flows through the financials.

Common questions on mining financing

Can I pay off the loan early?
Yes, but check the pre-payment provision in your documents. Some structures carry a pre-payment penalty in the first 12 to 36 months. Others are open. Knowing the payoff math before signing prevents surprises if you decide to refinance or sell out of the equipment early.
Can a startup with no revenue history finance equipment?
Limited paths, but they exist. Startup programs typically require larger down payment (15 to 30 percent), personal guarantee, and sometimes proof of contract, signed lease, or other evidence the equipment will produce revenue. Personal credit and personal financial strength carry more weight than they would for an established borrower.
Are the rates fixed for the loan term?
Most equipment loans and leases are fixed rate for the full term. Variable-rate equipment financing exists for certain larger transactions but is uncommon under $500,000.
How does the lender verify the equipment exists and was delivered?
Standard verification: signed delivery and acceptance certificate from you, plus inspection of the equipment or photo verification depending on transaction size. For larger transactions, the lender may send an inspector. For smaller transactions, a signed certificate plus the seller invoice is often enough.
Can I see all the structures you can approve, or only the one you recommend?
You see the structure or structures we can approve based on your profile. We present the structure we believe fits your profile best. If you want to compare against an offer you have independently, share it with us and we will tell you how our approval stacks up.
Quick answer

Mining equipment financing covers the full range of equipment in this category. Rate ranges run 7-12% APR for prime credit and 11-17% for fair-to-challenged credit. Standard terms run 36-84 months. Most app-only programs decision same-day for transactions under $150K. New and used equipment both qualify, with rate adjustments based on equipment age and condition.

Timeline expectations

What actually happens day-by-day, from application to equipment in service. Most buyers underestimate one or two of these steps; knowing them up front prevents surprises.

Title transfer on titled equipment
1 to 4 weeks
Title transfer through state DMV adds weeks to closing on titled equipment. Out-of-state transfers run on the longer end. Title escrow accelerates this in many cases.
CARB compliance verification (California)
1 to 5 business days
California off-road diesel equipment requires CARB compliance verification. The DOORS database lookup is same-day; full compliance certification for transferred equipment runs days.
Refinancing existing equipment loan
2 to 4 weeks
Refinancing requires payoff of existing loan, UCC release from prior lender, and funding of new loan. The UCC release coordination drives most of the timing.
Document signing to funding
1 to 3 business days
Lender operations team processes signed docs, files UCC, and funds the seller. Wire transfers funded same-day if processed before cutoff.
Full financing review on complex deals
5 to 10 business days
Larger transactions ($500K+) or specialty deals (medical imaging, aerospace, mining) often require deeper review. Plan funding date 2-3 weeks out for these.
Lease end-of-term decision deadline
60 to 90 days before term end
Most lease structures require notice of intent (purchase, return, or renew) 60-90 days before term end. Missing the deadline can trigger automatic renewal or other default consequences.

Cost stack: what total ownership actually includes

The equipment purchase price is one line on the financed amount. The actual cost of ownership over the life of a mining deal includes the items below. Buyers who only budget for the purchase price often hit cash-flow surprise within the first 12 months.

  • Pre-payment penalties. Standard early-payoff penalty: 3 percent of payoff in year one declining to zero by year three. Or flat fee of $500 to $2,000. Varies by lender.
  • UCC-1 filing fees. $5 to $84 depending on state. Paid at filing; some lenders absorb, some pass to borrower.
  • Personal property tax (where applicable). Annual personal property tax assessed by counties in many states. Runs 0.5 to 3 percent of assessed value annually.
  • Late payment fees and penalties. Late fees of 5 to 10 percent of payment if more than 10 days late. Default interest of 4 to 6 points may apply. Worth knowing before signing.
  • Operating consumables. Recurring costs not included in the equipment purchase: fuel, fluids, filters, tools, parts. Equipment-specific.
  • End-of-term residual or buyout. Lease structures: fair market value buyout at term end (FMV lease) or stated residual amount (TRAC lease). Loan/EFA structures: $1 buyout or no buyout. Plan for this from day one on lease structures.
  • Tooling and accessories. Cutting tools, attachments, fixtures, and accessories specific to the equipment. Often quoted separately from base equipment. Can run 10 to 40 percent of equipment cost.
  • Extended warranty or service contract. Optional but common. Annual cost runs 5 to 15 percent of equipment price on production equipment, 1 to 3 percent on commercial vehicles. Financeable with the equipment.

What if something changes mid-term

Equipment loans run for 36 to 96 months. Things change. The patterns below cover the situations that come up most often during the loan term and how they typically resolve.

Equipment lien still showing after loan payoff

Lender is required to terminate the UCC-1 within a defined window after payoff (varies by state). If termination has not occurred, request a UCC termination statement from the lender. Borrower can sometimes file UCC termination directly if lender is unresponsive.

Business ownership change during loan term

Most equipment loans are personally guaranteed and assumable with our consent during ownership change. The new owner submits an application similar to the original; we review and either consent or require payoff.

Personal guarantee called on default

Personal guarantee makes the principal personally liable for the debt if the business defaults. Working with us on workout or restructure is the preferable path. Personal bankruptcy is a real consequence of unresolved default with personal guarantee.

Equipment becomes obsolete or no longer useful

Sell the equipment with lender consent (UCC release coordination), apply proceeds to loan payoff. If sale proceeds are below payoff, the deficiency becomes owed. Voluntary surrender to lender is sometimes available as an alternative.

Authoritative sources

The rate ranges, structures, and program details on this page are informed by our internal financing book and the public industry resources below. We link out so you can verify any specific claim or go deeper.

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Common questions about Mining financing

Do you finance mining startups?

Mining startups are difficult to finance due to high capital requirements and permit complexity. We refer pre-revenue mining startups to industry-specialty lenders and equity sources. Established operators (2+ years revenue, permits in place) have a wide lender pool.

What about coal mining specifically?

Coal operations face restricted bank financing due to environmental policy. We have specialty energy lenders who serve the segment but at premium rates. Aggregates and metal mining have more financing options.

How does commodity price volatility affect lending?

Lenders factor commodity exposure into underwriting. Diversified operations (multiple commodities or multi-state) get better terms. Single-commodity operators may face tighter underwriting during price downturns.

Are permit-related delays accommodated?

Yes. Mining permits can take months. Most lenders accept conditional approvals contingent on permit issuance, with extended commitment periods. We document permit status during application.

What about reclamation bond obligations?

Reclamation bonds reduce available cash for debt service. Lenders factor bond obligations into DSCR (debt service coverage) calculations. Document existing bonds and projected new bonds during application.

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Reviewed by

Ed Stapleton Jr.

Founder & Editor

Ed Stapleton Jr. is a serial entrepreneur who has started or acquired over a dozen businesses. He founded Fund My Equipment as the resource he wished he had along the way.

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