A loaded box truck that stalls on SR 80 holds up deliveries and traffic at the same time. Glade Savers tows box trucks, step vans and other medium duty trucks 24/7 around Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay and Clewiston.
Short answer: Short answer: Most box trucks are medium duty: Class 3 to 6, about 10,001 to 26,000 lbs GVWR. Tell us the size and whether it is loaded, and we send a tow truck rated for it. Call (561) 680-6198.
Which medium duty trucks do we tow?
- Box trucks and moving trucks, including rentals
- Step vans and delivery vans
- Stake-bed, flatbed and utility trucks
- Shuttle buses and small passenger buses
- Dual-rear-wheel pickups carrying a load
- Motorhomes in the same weight range (see motorhome and RV towing)
Medium duty at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight class | Class 3 to 6 (10,001 to 26,000 lbs GVWR), per the U.S. Department of Energy |
| Common vehicles | Box trucks, step vans, shuttle buses, motorhomes |
| Roadside help | Jump starts for medium duty batteries, diesel delivery, winch-outs |
| Hours | 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays |
Larger straight trucks above 26,000 lbs GVWR count as heavy duty. For those, see semi truck and bus towing.
What should I tell the dispatcher?
- Your location: the road, the direction and the nearest cross street, mile marker or landmark.
- The truck type, make, model and length.
- Whether it is loaded, and what the load is.
- Whether it is a rental truck. Some rental companies have their own roadside program, so check the agreement too.
- Where it should go: a truck repair shop, your yard or another address.
What should I do while I wait?
- Pull as far onto the shoulder as you can and turn on the hazard lights.
- Set warning triangles or flares behind the truck if you have them.
- Stay out of the cargo area and away from the traffic side.
- If the cargo has shifted or something is leaking, keep people away and tell the dispatcher.
- Have the registration and any rental paperwork ready.
Florida’s Move Over law requires drivers to move over a lane, or slow to 20 mph below the posted limit, for stopped tow trucks and disabled vehicles with warning lights. Details are on the FLHSMV Move Over page.
Is it a tow, or just a roadside fix?
Not every stopped box truck needs a tow. A dead battery can often be handled with a jump start, an empty tank with diesel delivery, and a truck that slid onto soft ground with a winch-out. Tell us what happened and we will tell you which service fits.
Box truck towing in the Glades
We tow medium duty trucks from Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay, Clewiston, Canal Point and Lake Harbor, including US-27, SR 80 / Main Street, US-441 / SR 15 and SR 715.
Frequently asked questions
Can you tow a loaded box truck?
Tell us the load when you call. The total weight decides which tow truck we send.
Do you tow rental moving trucks?
Yes. Check the rental agreement first, because some rental companies have their own roadside program.
Can you deliver diesel to a box truck?
Yes. We deliver diesel, regular or premium, enough to reach a fuel station. Extra fuel is available on request for an extra fee.
Is a box truck medium or heavy duty?
Most box trucks are medium duty. Large straight trucks over 26,000 lbs GVWR are heavy duty.
How much does box truck towing cost?
It depends on the size, the load, the distance and the work at the scene. Call (561) 680-6198 or send the quote form for a price.