We offer you an alternative to the choice between expensive new machines, slightly used, reconditioned or broken-down, used-up clunkers. It's an alternative with some peace of mind, but also with a smaller price tag. We keep you digging with quality used equipment at an affordable price. And remember, if you're not working, you're not making money. 

We find what you need. We use an extensive network of construction professionals to find the right piece of equipment for you, and we work hard to make sure "the price is right." We don't buy equipment at auctions. At auctions, sometimes you get lucky, but most often you don't. That's not a gamble we want to take, and one you probably don't, either. But that doesn't mean we don't find good deals.

Call and check our prices. We sold an RT115 that sold brand new at the dealership In October of 2001 for $103,000. In March of 2002 Heartland acquired the unit with 110 hours on it and sold it for 68,000. It was practically in showroom condition.

Heartland inspects, repairs and replaces as needed. We buy used equipment, evaluate it and where necessary, rebuild, replace or repair. In some cases, very little needs to be done because we search for high quality, low hours machines to begin with. In fact, Heartland has access to Ditch Witch machines with as few as 20-100 hours on the meter. But in all cases, our experienced team of mechanics and paint shop professionals leave no stone unturned. It's their job to ensure that we offer solid, reliable pieces of equipment that will get the job done for you day in and day out. When it rolls out of the shop and onto the truck, it looks beautiful and runs even better.

Our Chief Mechanic, Kent Tompson has over 30 years experience with Ditch Witch equipment. Kent's team systematically walks through our equipment inspecting, repairing and replacing as necessary. After a trip to the paint shop our "used" equipment both looks and works like new. Then, we back up our work with a 30-day, 50/50 parts and labor warranty in our shop in Slater. We're confident in our work, our mechanics and our equipment.

The best part is the price. You can get this great looking, reliable equipment with a warranty for a fraction of the price of new. Sometimes it's just a little more than buying a used piece at an auction, but dollar for dollar you get more for your money. At an auction, you have no idea how much money you may have to spend before the piece you just bought will be operational. Some people end up spending MORE to get their auction pieces running than the purchase price of a Heartland machine.

At Heartland, not only do you know it's been inspected and worked on, you have a warranty that helps cushion the cost of any breakdowns within the first 30 days. After all, are you in the digging business or the equipment repair business? Every day you spend working on your gear is a day you aren't working.

Give yourself peace of mind,increase the number of days you are digging and give your wallet a break, too. Check out the Heartland inventory of equipment right here on the web. And if you don't see what you need, contact us. Let us help you to keep you doing what you do best.

We are located in Slater, Iowa, which is between Ames and Des Moines.

From Highway 30, take the Highway 69 South exit at Ames. Follow Highway 69 through Huxley to the four way stop (flashing red light) at Highway 210. Turn West (right) and follow 210 until you reach Slater. At the first stop sign (Linn street), turn North (right) and go 3 blocks to the next stop sign (Main street). Turn West (left) onto Main and go 3 blocks to Marshall street. You're there! Our shop is the grey building on the North West corner of the intersection. Need a map? Click here!

From Interstate 80, take the Highway 69 North exit at Ankeny/Des Moines. Follow Highway 69 through Ankeny to the four way stop (flashing red light) at Highway 210. Turn West (left) and follow 210 until you reach Slater. At the first stop sign (Linn street), turn North (right) and go 3 blocks to the next stop sign (Main street). Turn East (left) onto Main and go 3 blocks to Marshall street. You're there! Our shop is the grey building on the North West corner of the intersection. Need a map? Click here!

HEARTLAND RENTS a variety of machines on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Some machines are also available on a half-day basis.Most items that we have available in our inventory are available for rental unless the final painting and decaling has been completed, making them ready for sale. Refer to our inventory for items that may be available to rent.

Weekly rates are equal to three days. Monthly rates are equal to three weeks. So, if you rent a machine that lists for $100 per day, the weekly rate is $300 and the monthly rate is $900. Call (800) 685-2818 for current rental rates.

Heartland offers free delivery of machines rented on a monthly basis. There is an hourly fee for delivery of machines rented on a daily or weekly basis. If you would rather pick up the machine, or need to move it from site to site but do not have a trailer, Heartland also rents trailers on the same daily, weekly and monthly basis.

At m2 Lease Funds, we are uniquely qualified to offer you the best personalized service for all your equipment leasing needs. It is our goal to make equipment leasing as easy as possible for our clients. You talk and we listen. Together, we structure a customized lease to satisfy your needs.

John O'Connor
500 1st Avenue NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(319) 743-7054 direct*(319) 743-7055 fax*(319) 541-6377 cell*www.m2lease.com website

HEARTLAND DEMONSTRATES machines either in Slater or at your place of business. Of course, we hope you will visit us in Slater to see the huge selection of trenching and boring equipment on our lot.

Demonstrations consist of short sessions that show the customer how the machine will operate. For instance, a telephone company might expect to pull or feed 200' of wire at a job site as a demonstration to get a feel for the machine and it's functions. Directional boring demonstrations are arranged and negotiated on a case-by-case basis.

Longer term demonstrations are often handled as rentals with terms arranged in advance so the rental price may be applicable toward purchase.

If you would like to see a demonstration of new IHI, Allmand, Dig-It or Ramrod models, please call first to arrange a meeting.