RedTow’s Titan Tow Truck Relocates Loaded 40-Ton Tipper and Quad Dog from Werribee to Somerton
RedTow has once again demonstrated why we are one of Melbourne’s most trusted names in heavy towing and transport recovery, successfully relocating a loaded 40-ton tipper and quad dog combination from Werribee to Somerton using our powerful Titan Tow Truck. This heavy vehicle relocation required expert planning, specialist towing equipment, and the experience of RedTow’s […]
One’s Trash is Another’s Treasure – Recovering a 30-Year-Old Seized Semi Heavy Tow by Red Tow Titan
Someone’s trash is another’s treasure. Red Tow was called to relocate a 30-year-old non-running truck and trailer combination that had been sitting idle for years. What appeared at first glance to be a simple relocation quickly became a technically demanding heavy recovery operation. Due to the vehicle’s age and prolonged inactivity, multiple mechanical components were […]
Severely Damaged Semi Trailer Reverse Tow Relocation | Pickles Tullamarine to Marnoo VIC
In this video, Red Tow undertakes a challenging heavy salvage relocation involving a severely damaged semi trailer, transported from Pickles Auctions in Tullamarine to Marnoo, Victoria, a rural town located beyond St Arnaud. This recovery highlights the level of planning, experience, and specialised equipment required when dealing with major accident-damaged transport assets. The semi trailer had sustained extensive damage following a rear-end […]
Loaded Truck & Trailer Snaps Tailshaft on a Hill – How Red Tow Recovered the Entire Combination Safely
When a loaded Truck & Trailer Tipper snaps its tailshaft mid-climb on a hill, the situation becomes immediately dangerous. The driveline failure leaves the unit without propulsion and with limited braking control, and with a full load onboard, the risk of rolling or further mechanical damage increases significantly. This is exactly the type of high-risk, […]
Case Study: Titan Tow Rescues Hook Bin Truck on the Monash Freeway
The Incident at Hallam Recently, Red Tow’s Mack Titan Tow Truck was dispatched to the Monash Freeway near Hallam after a loaded Hook Bin truck was forced to pull over with a serious breakdown. The issue wasn’t mechanical failure but driver error. The bin tarp had not been properly secured, and its loose string became entangled with the truck’s tail shaft. As the […]
Case Study: Stabilising a Loaded B-Trailer with Sunk Landing Legs
At Red Tow, we’re often called out to tackle heavy transport problems that others find difficult. A recent job involved a fully loaded B-trailer that had been dropped onto soft ground, causing the landing legs to sink and the entire trailer to lean dangerously. Without immediate action, this situation could have caused major damage to the […]
A Guide for Truck Drivers: What to Do in Case of a Breakdown
Breakdowns are part of life on the road, and for truck drivers in Melbourne and across Victoria, they can happen at the worst possible time. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a prime mover, semi-trailer, tipper, or heavy rigid, knowing exactly what to do in the event of a breakdown can save you time, money, […]