Vactor Truck Financing

iLease Capital arranges financing for Vactor combination sewer cleaners and related vacuum-service equipment, including used 2100-series trucks and current 2100i configurations.

iLease Capital is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or a dealer for Vactor.

Current product lines and the jobs they perform

• 2100i fan and positive-displacement configurations (current): Combination sewer cleaning.
• iMPACT and iMPACT CB (current): Compact combination sewer cleaning.
• Ramjet truck and trailer (current): High-pressure sewer jetting without assuming vacuum recovery.

Older models you will see on the used market

• 2100 series: The long-running predecessor to today's 2100i. Older 2100 units still turn up at municipal auctions and used dealers.
• 2100 Plus: A Vactor combination unit commonly found on the used market, often offered as a complete truck or as a body only.
• 2110: An earlier Vactor designation that appears in used listings. Confirm the configuration from the body plate before comparing it with a 2100i.

Used 2100 Plus versus newer 2100i: identify the vacuum package first

A 2100 Plus listing and a 2100i quote are not a simple year comparison. Vactor's current comparison chart distinguishes fan and positive-displacement versions of the 2100i. A used listing may omit which system the truck actually carries. Ask for the body plate, blower identification and water-pump specification before comparing capacity or expected performance. On an older unit, examine the hose reel bearings, boom pivot, debris-door locking hardware and the service history of the vacuum drive. A test that shows only the jetter working does not establish that the debris recovery side is ready for a sewer route.

A Ramjet is a separate jetting purchase. It belongs on a buyer's shortlist when the job calls for high-pressure cleaning but not necessarily vacuum collection. That distinction matters to a municipal bid requiring one combination truck rather than two separate vehicles.

Buying a used Vactor

An older 2100 or 2110 and a newer 2100i should not be treated as interchangeable. Compare the actual water system, blower type, controls, boom and hose reel, not just the name on the door. Request the build sheet and serial-number identification before assuming a replacement part fits. On older units, inspect hose reels, water pump pressure under load, blower service, corrosion at the debris body and rear-door seals. On newer chassis, verify the engine and emissions aftertreatment system by chassis year, including service and fault history. Obtain title, body serial number, chassis VIN, mileage and engine/PTO hours, maintenance records, photos, seller invoice and an independent inspection.

Where Vactor fits in a sewer fleet

Vactor is most closely associated with municipal sewer maintenance and contractor cleaning fleets. Its combination cleaners unite high-pressure water jetting with debris recovery so a crew can loosen material and remove it on the same visit. The buyer is usually a public works department, sewer maintenance contractor, or utility-service operator with defined line-cleaning work. The truck must suit the actual pipe network, crew practices and disposal arrangement. A fleet doing scheduled mainline cleaning has different needs from a crew answering emergency blockage calls. Ask which work is recurring and which is occasional before selecting the machine. A lender reviewing the purchase needs to understand why that exact body and jetting package matches the company's contracts.

2100i, iMPACT and TRUVAC are different purchases

The 2100i is a combination sewer cleaner used for sanitary and storm-line work, jetting, and debris recovery. The iMPACT is another combination sewer cleaner positioned for more compact assignments. TRUVAC is Vactor's vacuum excavation family, used when crews remove soil with controlled air or water excavation and vacuum recovery. These are not interchangeable labels. A hydro excavation buyer cares about excavation reach, water management and utility work procedures. A sewer cleaner buyer cares about hose handling, water delivery, debris loading and discharge. The manufacturer also markets catch-basin cleaners and Ramjet jetters, but those serve different functions. Keep the actual quoted unit, installed options and serial identification at the center of the financing package.

Municipal specifications and procurement

Vactor buyers frequently work under public procurement specifications. The machine can be evaluated against a written bid requirement, not just a salesperson's demonstration. Review whether the specified water system, debris body, boom arrangement, axle configuration and operator controls are included in the quoted build. Municipal departments also consider maintenance support, training and the ability to keep a unit available during seasonal storm work. Contractors bidding municipal jobs need to avoid financing a truck that fails an equipment requirement in the contract. Attach the award, bid specification or relevant service scope when it explains why the company needs a specific Vactor configuration. Do not confuse a manufacturer option list with features installed on a used unit.

Used Vactor value is configuration-dependent

A recognizable Vactor model name helps buyers locate comparison listings, but resale value is not established by the badge alone. A used 2100i with complete service records, working jetting controls and a sound debris body presents a different risk from a neglected machine with repeated vacuum faults. The chassis and the body can age at different rates. Request mileage, engine hours, auxiliary system hours where available, and a description of the operating environment. Consider the market for that configuration, not just the market for a generic vacuum truck. The relevant resale buyer might be a municipality seeking fleet replacement or a contractor looking for immediate availability. A documented maintenance history is useful evidence for either.

Inspect the water and vacuum sides separately

For a used combination cleaner, test jetting and vacuum functions as separate systems. Inspect hose reel tracking, nozzles, hose wear, pump leaks, control response and the path from pickup hose to debris body. Look for corrosion at tank seams, rear-door sealing surfaces and boom joints. Ask for a safe test by a qualified operator and check the seller's maintenance documentation against the observed machine. Inspect safety interlocks and any remote-control equipment included in the sale. If buying a TRUVAC excavation unit, add the water heating equipment if installed, excavation hose, boom, filtration and spoils-handling systems to the inspection. The truck's job history matters because abrasive debris and frequent dumping affect different components.

Parts, training and downtime exposure

A Vactor purchase is also a service-support decision. Determine which local service organization will handle the body, hydraulics, control system and chassis. Ask what work the seller performed recently, what is deferred, and whether the crew is familiar with that generation of controls. A replacement truck can often fit into an established maintenance program; a first Vactor unit can require new procedures and technician training. Downtime has a different cost for a municipality with backup units than for a small contractor relying on one truck. The business case should identify the work lost if the machine is unavailable and the plan for scheduled maintenance. That operating context is more persuasive than broad claims about brand reputation.

Financing options and next steps

iLease Capital is a broker, not a lender. Its 50+ lender network considers new and used Vactor purchases from dealers or private sellers, with transactions up to $5 million plus. Structures include $1 buyout leases, FMV leases, equipment finance agreements and sale-leasebacks for trucks already owned. Startups and newer businesses are considered case by case. We start with a soft inquiry to review your profile. A full credit review may be part of final approval once you move forward with a lender. Compare the structures in the septic and vacuum truck financing hub. Start at ileasecapital.com/apply or call (866) 545-3273.

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