Summary of maximum tow fees for heavy tow truck and associated work and equipment for accident towing.
Equipment/Service | Maximum charge - 1st hour | Maximum charge - 1st 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 |
Equipment/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 – excludes 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/site co-ordination rate | $80 | Per hour – payable for one driver only per accident/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/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. |
*Business hours are defined as 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
Note: The above listed charges exclude any applicable GST. This summary document is provided as a quick reference guide only. For full details please refer to Part 5 of the Tow Truck Regulation 2020.