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 vehicle | Maximum charge per hour thereafter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Class 3 conventional tow truck GCM no more than 25 tonnes | $338 | $308 | $209 | Inclusive of all travelling costs. |
| Class 4 (A) tow truck GCM 25-45 tonnes | $366 | $336 | $241 | Inclusive of all travelling costs. Tow truck must have a dual rear axle. |
| Class 4 (B) tow truck GCM 45-60 tonnes | $384 | $354 | $258 | Inclusive of all travelling costs. Tow truck must have a dual rear axle. |
| Class 4 (C) tow truck 60+ tonnes | $488 | $458 | $365 | Inclusive of all travelling costs. Tow truck must have a dual rear axle. |
Site attendance and administration fees
| Equipment and service | Maximum charge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Second certified driver – cost per hour for the period at the accident site | $86 | Cost is per hour for the period at the accident site. |
| Salvage operations after the first 30 minutes at an accident scene. | $116 | Cost is per hour excluding the use of a tow truck. |
| Administration and site coordination rate | $86 | Cost per hour. Payable for one driver only per accident or incident. |
| Cleaning glass or debris at the scene of an accident | $79 | Cost per hour or part of an hour worked. |
| Surcharge for service outside business hours | 50% | Surcharge payable on labour costs only outside business hours. Business hours are defined as 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays). |
| All additional equipment required to complete the tow or salvage of heavy motor vehicle | 10% | Permitted percentage above the actual cost. Only applies if the tow truck operator arranges and pays for the equipment. |
| Storage after 72 hours | $128 | Per day, payable only where the vehicle is stored awaiting collection in an authorised holding yard. Not claimable if the vehicle is awaiting repair. |
Stand by rates
| Equipment and service | Maximum charge for the first hour | Maximum charge per hour or part of hour after the first hour |
|---|---|---|
| Approved Class 3 conventional tow truck | $170 | $105 |
| Approved Class 4 (A) conventional tow truck with a dual rear axle | $183 | $120 |
| Approved Class 4 (B) conventional tow truck with a dual rear axle | $192 | $129 |
| Approved Class 4 (C) conventional tow truck with a dual rear axle | $244 | $182 |
| Salvage of a heavy motor vehicle | $58 | $0 |