- Published amount or program scope
- $115,000–$229,000
- Historical term
- 60 months
- Support status
- Published project support
The equipment need
The farm wanted to buy a used 250-horsepower tractor to add pulling capacity for its seasonal work.
Buying used gave access to high horsepower for a budget well below that of a new machine.
Paying cash would have tied up a large share of its funds at the start of the season, when outgoing payments are heaviest.
The farm's bank credit lines were already largely used to finance its operating cycle.
It therefore needed financing dedicated to the equipment, separate from its short-term lines.
- Used 250-horsepower farm tractor
The support described in the project
Leaseworld arranged an equipment lease covering the full purchase price, within the budget shown for this project.
The tractor's age, hours and overall condition were assessed beforehand, to support its value over the whole term.
The term was set at 60 months, consistent with the remaining service life expected from a machine of this size.
The payment schedule followed the farm's seasonal income, so payments fell when cash was coming in.
An end-of-term purchase option leaves the farmer free to keep or replace the tractor.
The reported operational outcome
The farm had the tractor from the start of the season without putting up its own funds.
Its cash remained fully available for the operating cycle.
Its existing bank lines were left untouched, keeping a reserve available for unexpected events.
Buying used delivered the horsepower it needed for a much smaller financial commitment.
Applying the experience to a new project
Use this case to identify the equipment, timing and ownership questions relevant to your own investment. The historical scope and term are specific to the project described. For a new U.S. project, identify the contracting business, installation state, supplier quote and preferred use period; available structures require a separate assessment.
About this case study
Published 2026-09-19 by the Leaseworld editorial team. Identifying details are withheld. Historical budgets and requested terms do not establish eligibility or an offer for another applicant.
Amounts shown in U.S. dollars are rounded equivalents for comparison using a reference rate dated September 18, 2026. They are not current equipment prices or financing offers. The original project agreement determines its legal, tax and accounting treatment.
