24/7 Heavy-Duty Recovery for Trucks, Vans, and Buses in Riga and Across Latvia

Commercial transport—including lorries, delivery vans, refrigerated trucks, and passenger coaches—is the lifeblood of modern logistics, trade, and passenger transit. When a commercial vehicle breaks down due to technical failure, engine trouble, or an accident, it leads to more than just missed deadlines and frustrated clients; it results in immediate financial loss for every hour of downtime. Heavy vehicle recovery is fundamentally different from passenger car towing; it demands superior load capacity, robust hydraulic equipment, extensive knowledge of pneumatic systems, and the expertise of highly skilled operators. RS Pro provides prompt, safe, and technically flawless recovery services for trucks, vans, and buses across Riga, the Riga region, and throughout Latvia, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Unique Challenges of Commercial Vehicle Recovery

Standard recovery trucks are insufficient for commercial transport due to weight, dimensions, and strict safety requirements. When recovering heavy machinery, several critical factors must be addressed:

• Significant Mass and Dimensions: Commercial vehicles often exceed 3.5 to 7.5 tonnes (or more), with wheelbases and lengths reaching 7–9 metres. Loading such vehicles requires a long, reinforced steel platform capable of handling intense axle loads.
• High Centre of Gravity and Cargo: Removal vans, high-roof panel vans (L3H2, L4H3), and refrigerated units are frequently recovered while fully loaded. This raises the centre of gravity significantly, requiring surgical precision during loading and the use of heavy-duty ratchet straps to prevent tipping during transit.
• Blocked Pneumatic Brakes: Trucks and buses utilize compressed air braking systems. If the engine stalls or a compressor fails, air pressure drops and the spring-loaded brake actuators lock the wheels automatically. These vehicles cannot be moved without specialized equipment to restore air pressure or safely release the brake mechanisms manually.
• Drivetrain and Transmission Protection: To prevent damage to automatic gearboxes or rear-axle differentials during long-distance transport, the driveshaft or half-shafts must often be disconnected. Our technicians perform this procedure professionally on-site before initiating transport.

Commercial Vehicles and Equipment We Recover

Our versatile fleet and experienced operators provide comprehensive assistance for a wide range of machinery:

1. All Types of Vans: Standard, long-wheelbase, and high-roof vans (Maxi, Super-Maxi), passenger minibuses, and flatbed trucks (e.g., Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, VW Crafter/Transporter, Renault Master, Ford Transit, Fiat Ducato, Iveco Daily).
2. Medium-Duty Trucks: Distribution and regional haulage vehicles with a GVW of 7.5t – 12t (MAN TGL, Mercedes Atego, DAF LF, Iveco Eurocargo, Volvo FL)—including box trucks, curtain-siders, and flatbeds.
3. Coaches and Passenger Transport: City buses, touring coaches, and school shuttles.
4. Specialised and Municipal Equipment: Road maintenance vehicles, vacuum trucks, aerial work platforms, compact tractors, forklifts, and street sweepers.
5. Trailers and Semi-trailers: Commercial tandem-axle trailers, curtain-side trailers, and refrigerated units.

Our Commitment to Reliability

To guarantee rapid and secure results in any weather or road conditions, RS Pro utilizes industrial-grade recovery equipment and expert technicians.

Need immediate assistance?

• 24/7 Dispatch: +371 28989070
• WhatsApp Support: +371 20050803
• Pricing: From €100 within Riga city limits | €1.25/km outside.
• Arrival Time: Typically 15–25 minutes in Riga | 20–40 minutes on major highways.