ATO depreciation rates for tools assets in the General industry, under Income Tax (Effective Life of Depreciating Assets) Determination 2025 (LI 2025/20).
7 assets listed.
| Asset | Effective life | Prime cost rate | Diminishing value rate | Applicable from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hand tools (manually operated) | 10 years | 10.00% | 20.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Handheld power tools (air, battery and electric) | 3 years | 33.33% | 66.67% | 1 July 2025 |
| Power packs | 5 years | 20.00% | 40.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Torque wrench pumps (pneumatic and electric driven) | 5 years | 20.00% | 40.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Torque/tension wrenches | 5 years | 20.00% | 40.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Trolleys (including powered and electrodrive trolleys) | 10 years | 10.00% | 20.00% | 1 July 2025 |
| Turning machines | 10 years | 10.00% | 20.00% | 1 July 2025 |
The effective lives shown above are determined by the Commissioner of Taxation under section 40-100 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. The diminishing value rate equals 200% ÷ effective life (for assets acquired on or after 10 May 2006). The prime cost rate equals 100% ÷ effective life. You may alternatively self-assess effective life — see the ATO website for guidance.