Heavy wreckers, 24/7 dispatch
Heavy Duty Towing in Ontario, CA
Breakdown tows, winch outs and long hauls for the biggest units on the road.
- Dispatch answers 24/7
- Heavy wreckers, rotators and lowboys
- Written invoice estimate before the work starts
A Wrecker Sized for What You Drive
Heavy duty towing is the core of what we do in Ontario: moving a disabled Class 7 or Class 8 truck, a dump truck, a transit or coach bus or a loaded work truck from where it stopped to a shop, a yard or a safe lot. Ontario sees the full range, from day cabs shuttling to warehouses to long-haul sleepers coming off I-15 after the desert run.
Why the equipment matters
A heavy tow is not a bigger version of a pickup tow. The wrecker has to lift or hold a front axle that can weigh thousands of pounds, protect the air lines and driveline, and keep a trailer or body under control. We choose between a wheel-lift tow, an underlift with the drive axles on the ground, or a full lift with a second truck, based on the unit, the damage and the distance.
Disconnect the driveline, save the transmission
On many tractors the driveshaft has to be pulled before towing, and on some the drive axle shafts too. A tow operator who skips that step can wreck a transmission that was fine. Tell us if the unit rolls, if the brakes are locked by lost air, or if the spring brakes need to be caged or released.
Three freeways, one wrecker call
The city sits on I-10, I-15 and SR-60. Each has its own trouble spots. Semi traffic on SR-60 has been described as increasingly clogged with container-laden trucks moving from the ports to rail yards and warehouses. Dead trucks on narrow shoulders need quick, careful clearing.
Typical calls
- A tractor that lost power on the I-10 and I-15 interchange.
- A dump truck with a failed driveline on a construction route.
- A bus with a coolant or brake problem on a charter run.
- A truck stuck in a yard where the wrecker has to maneuver around docks and trailers.
- A unit that needs to go to a dealer or shop farther away, such as Barstow or Las Vegas, on a long haul.
How the price works
Heavy tows are usually priced as a hook-up charge plus mileage, with hourly rates for work on scene. After-hours calls often carry a surcharge. Your written invoice estimate lists each piece.
What Heavy Duty Towing Covers
From a stopped tractor to a bus full of passengers who need to be moved safely.
Class 7 and 8 tractor towing
Wheel-lift, underlift and full-lift tows, with driveline pulled when needed.
Dump truck and vocational truck towing
Heavy bodies and axles handled with the right capacity wrecker.
Bus and motorcoach towing
Transit, school and charter buses moved with care for air systems and bodywork.
Winch outs
Units pulled from ditches, soft shoulders, lots and yards.
Long-distance heavy tows
Hauls to a shop, dealer or yard in another city.
Jump starts and roadside help
Air, fuel, tire and battery help when a tow is not needed.
Typical Heavy Tow Costs
| Service | Typical range (published rate sheets) |
|---|---|
| Heavy tow hook-up | about $450 |
| Heavy tow mileage | about $9.50 to $10 per mile |
| Medium duty tow | about $225 plus $7 per mile |
| Winch out | about $250 minimum |
| After-hours charge | about $150 |
| Storage | about $65 to $100 per day |
Rates vary by unit, distance, scene and time of day. Your written invoice estimate is the price.
How a Heavy Tow Works
1. Call dispatch
Give your location, unit, weight class, load and problem. Dispatch answers 24/7.
2. Get an arrival estimate
The dispatcher gives you an honest estimate based on distance, traffic and equipment.
3. Hook up safely
The operator sets up traffic control, checks the brakes and driveline, and secures the unit.
4. Tow to the destination
Shop, yard, dealer or safe lot, with a written invoice estimate.
Heavy Duty Towing Questions
What weight classes do you tow?
Medium and heavy duty trucks, including Class 7 and 8 tractors, dump trucks, buses and larger work trucks. Give the dispatcher the make, model and weight if you know it.
Do I need to disconnect the driveshaft?
Often, yes, for a drive-axle-down tow. The operator does this if needed. Tell us if the drive axles are locked or damaged.
Can you tow to a shop in another city?
Yes. Long-distance tows are priced by the mile. Tell the dispatcher the destination.
What if my brakes are locked?
Lost air pressure sets spring brakes on a tractor. The operator can release them with the right tools or tow with the drive axle lifted.
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Get a Heavy Duty Towing Estimate
Call (909) 552-8200 for a heavy duty tow in Ontario. Dispatch answers 24/7.