Tow truck fees for heavy vehicles
Summary of maximum tow fees for heavy tow truck and associated work and equipment for accident towing.
Fees based on tow truck class
Equipment and service | Maximum charge for the first hour | Maximum charge for the first hour, stolen | Maximum charge thereafter (per hour) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Class 3 conventional tow truck GCM no more than 25 tonnes | $318 | $289 | $197 | Inclusive of all travelling costs |
Class 4 (A) tow truck GCM 25-45 tonnes | $344 | $315 | $226 | Inclusive of all travelling costs.
Tow truck must have a dual rear axle, |
Class 4 (B) tow truck GCM 45-60 tonnes | $361 | $333 | $242 | Inclusive of all travelling costs.
Tow truck must have a dual rear axle, |
Class 4 (C) tow truck 60+ tonnes | $459 | $431 | $343 | Inclusive of all travelling costs.
Tow truck must have a dual rear axle, |
Other fees and stand by rates
Equipment and service | Maximum charge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Second certified driver | $80 | Per hour for the period at the accident site |
For the cost of salvage operations after the first 30 minutes at an accident scene | $109 | Per hour, excluding the use of a tow truck |
Stand by rate | $160 | Approved Class 3 conventional tow truck |
Stand by rate | $99 | Plus, additional for each subsequent hour or part of an hour of standing by |
Stand by rate | $172 | Approved Class 4 (A) conventional tow truck with a dual rear axle |
Stand by rate | $113 | Plus, additional for each subsequent hour or part of an hour of stand by |
Stand by rate | $180 | Approved Class 4 (B) conventional tow truck with a dual rear axle |
Stand by rate | $121 | Plus, additional for each subsequent hour or part of an hour of standing by |
Stand by rate | $229 | Approved Class 4 (c) conventional tow truck with a dual rear axle |
Stand by rate | $171 | Plus, additional for each subsequent hour or part of an hour of standing by |
Administration and site coordination rate | $80 | Per hour, payable for one driver only per accident or incident |
Cleaning glass or debris at the scene of an accident | $74 | Per hour or part of an hour worked |
Surcharge for service outside business hours* | 50% | Surcharge payable on labour costs only outside business hours* |
All additional equipment required to complete the tow or salvage of heavy motor vehicle | 10% | Above the actual cost. Only applies if arranged and paid for by the tow truck operator |
Stand by rate for salvage of heavy motor vehicle | $54 | Stand by rate for salvage of heavy motor vehicle |
Storage after 72 hours | $120 | Per day, payable only where the vehicle is stored awaiting collection in an authorised holding yard. Not claimable if the vehicle is awaiting repair. |
Note on business hours
Business hours are defined as 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).