Wrecker Tow Trucks

Complete All Your Towing Needs With Wrecker Tow Trucks

Tow trucks can be useful for a variety of reasons. Whether you run your own towing company, work for a car dealership, or are an independent mechanic, there are many reasons you might consider investing in your own tow truck. Find a wide variety of new and used wrecker tow trucks on eBay.

What factors should you consider when investing in a heavy-duty tow truck?

There are several key factors to consider when making your purchase to ensure you choose the right vehicle for your particular towing needs:

  • The horsepower: This impacts the truck's ability to tow and determines how much weight the truck will be able to tow.
  • The gas mileage: It is important to consider how much gas will be needed for longer trips.
  • The engine miles: If you are buying your vehicle used, much like any other car, you want to consider how much mileage has already been driven on the vehicle.
  • The tow surface and strength: Some trucks will tow vehicles behind them on the back wheels. Others will come with lift platforms designed for cars that are unable to be towed on their back wheels. The strength of the tow truck crane motor and cable will determine how large of a vehicle you can lift.
Brands of heavy-duty wrecker for sale

There are several different manufacturers that have heavy-duty wreckers for sale, depending on your personal preferences and needs. Such brands include, but are not limited to:

  • Ford
  • GMC
  • Mack
  • Chevrolet
  • Dodge
What are the differences between wreckers and a wrecker bed for sale?

It is important to note the differences between these types of postings. In some cases, the wrecker beds often only provide the bed of the truck or the towing equipment. This is an affordable option that can allow you to maintain your existing truck or convert a vehicle into a tow truck. If you only need these or just need replacement pieces for your wrecker bed, this might be ideal for you. However, if you are looking for an entire wrecker truck unit, you will want to narrow your search specifically to heavy-duty tow trucks for sale. This will allow you to find the specific items you need, as the differences can be monumental, both in price and overall expectation for the product and it's functionality. If you have questions about a specific listing, you should reach out to the item poster to confirm the purchase.