Just Arrived: DAF XB230 Double-Deck Tilt-and-Slide Recovery Truck for Hire and Sale

A versatile 14-tonne recovery truck designed to help operators transport more vehicles safely and efficiently

For recovery operators looking for a new recovery truck for hire or sale, this DAF XB230 combines a highly versatile double-deck body with the equipment, storage and driver-assistance technology required for demanding day-to-day work.

Built on a 14-tonne, 4x2 DAF XB chassis, the truck features a 6,000kg steel tilt-and-slide recovery body, a 2,000kg galvanised top deck and an independent 2,000kg spectacle lift. Together, these give operators a flexible platform for breakdown recovery, accident recovery, vehicle transport and fleet movement.

The truck is also equipped with an 18,000lb hydraulic Superwinch, Lodar radio remote control, extensive LED lighting and two stainless-steel tool lockers. Inside the Extended Day Cab, an eight-speed DAF PowerLine automatic gearbox, air conditioning and a modern digital dashboard help create a comfortable and practical working environment.

For businesses searching for a DAF recovery truck, double-deck recovery truck or tilt-and-slide recovery truck, this new XB230 delivers body capacity, operational flexibility and a comprehensive working specification in one Ready to Go package.

DAF XB230 Double-Deck Recovery Truck

At the centre of this build is a 24ft steel double-deck tilt-and-slide recovery body with a maximum rated capacity of 6,000kg.

The body is mounted on a galvanised subframe, helping provide a durable foundation for the repeated loading, unloading and transport cycles expected in professional recovery work.

The main body is supported by a 16ft galvanised open-centre top deck rated to 2,000kg. Adjustable wheel chocks allow the operator to position and secure vehicles appropriately, while air-release safety locks support controlled operation of the upper deck.

This double-deck arrangement gives recovery and vehicle transport businesses greater flexibility when planning collections and deliveries. Where vehicle dimensions, weights and legal loading limits allow, the operator can make effective use of the available deck space and reduce the need for additional journeys.

That can be particularly valuable for salvage collection, fleet logistics, dealership movements and multi-vehicle transport work, where productivity depends on moving vehicles efficiently between locations.

Independent 2,000kg Spectacle Lift

At the rear of the truck is an independent galvanised spectacle lift rated to 2,000kg.

The lift features adjustable wheel stops and a securing pin, allowing it to accommodate different vehicle sizes while providing the secure positioning required during transport.

For breakdown and roadside recovery operations, a spectacle lift adds another important layer of versatility. It allows the truck to recover a vehicle without placing it on the main deck, subject to the vehicle's weight, dimensions and the truck's operating limits.

Combined with the double-deck body, the spectacle lift makes this DAF XB230 a flexible option for operators whose workload can change considerably from one job to the next.

18,000lb Hydraulic Superwinch with Lodar Remote Control

Loading a non-running or damaged vehicle requires dependable winching equipment and precise control.

This DAF recovery truck is equipped with an 18,000lb hydraulic Superwinch mounted on a manually sliding winch system. Moving the winch position allows the operator to align the pull more effectively for different loading situations.

Front and rear centre winch and snatch-block pull-back points further increase the available recovery options, helping the operator manage vehicles that cannot be approached or loaded in a straightforward position.

Both the recovery body and winch can be operated using a Lodar radio remote control. This allows the operator to choose a suitable viewing position while controlling key movements, supporting visibility and control during vehicle loading.

A Hi-Pro hydraulic valve block completes the hydraulic installation, bringing the main recovery functions together in a professional, work-focused package.

Built for Safer Roadside and Depot Operations

Visibility is essential when a recovery truck is working at the roadside, in a busy depot or during low-light conditions.

The DAF XB230 includes a comprehensive LED lighting package:

• Roof-mounted ECCO LED beacon bar with stop, tail and indicator lights

• Two roof-mounted LED rotating beacons

• Two LED work lights fitted to the front headboard

• Two LED work lights fitted to the rear light rail

• DAF LED rear lights

• LED lighting inside the tool and control boxes

• Additional illuminated light board

This specification helps make the truck more visible to approaching road users and gives the operator useful task lighting around key working areas.

The nearside lower Direct Vision Standard window also improves visibility beside the cab, while the factory-fitted reversing camera supports safer manoeuvring in restricted yards, workshops and recovery locations.

Driver Assistance for Demanding Recovery Work

Recovery vehicles regularly operate in challenging conditions, from congested urban streets and busy motorways to tight depots and roadside incidents.

The DAF XB230 is equipped with a range of driver-assistance and safety features, including:

• Adaptive cruise control

• Forward collision warning

• Advanced emergency braking system

• Lane departure warning

• DAF Hill Hold Assist

• Factory-fitted reversing camera

• Engine brake

• Heated, electrically adjustable mirrors

• Rear air suspension with control remote

These systems support the driver during long journeys, low-speed manoeuvring and stop-start work. Rear air suspension can also help the operator manage the chassis height during loading and unloading, depending on the working situation.

The truck is Euro 6 and ULEZ compliant, making it suitable for operators who need access to low-emission areas as part of a regional or nationwide recovery service.

DAF Extended Day Cab with PowerLine Automatic Gearbox

Providing the platform for the recovery equipment is the DAF XB 14.230 Extended Day Cab.

The cab includes a DAF PowerLine eight-speed automatic gearbox, helping reduce driver workload during urban driving, frequent stops and long recovery shifts.

Driver and crew features include:

• Air conditioning

• Twin passenger seat with folding centre section

• Rear cab storage lockers

• Overhead cab storage

• Multifunction steering wheel

• New DAF digital dashboard and infotainment system

• Electric windows

• Remote central locking

• Sun visor

• Front fog lights

The twin passenger seat is especially useful for operations where additional staff need to travel with the truck, while the storage throughout the cab gives the crew space for paperwork, personal protective equipment and everyday essentials.

Storage and Recovery Equipment Ready for Work

A professional recovery truck needs to carry more than vehicles. Operators also need tools, straps, safety equipment and spill-response materials to be organised and accessible.

This DAF XB230 is fitted with two 1,200mm stainless-steel tool lockers, complete with shelves, protective mats and internal LED lighting.

The supplied recovery equipment includes:

• PAS 43 tool kit mounted in the nearside locker

• Eight body straps and ratchets

• Two spectacle-lift straps and ratchets

• Fire extinguisher

• Chassis-mounted spill-kit box

• AL-KO tow-ball hitch for trailer or caravan towing

Bringing these essentials together within the vehicle helps create a recovery truck that can be prepared for operational use with minimal additional equipment.

A Recovery Truck for a Wide Range of Operators

The combination of a double-deck body, spectacle lift, hydraulic winch and 14-tonne chassis makes this DAF XB230 suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

• Roadside breakdown recovery

• Accident-damaged vehicle recovery

• Vehicle salvage collection

• Fleet and lease vehicle movements

• Dealership transfers

• Auction vehicle transport

• Workshop and bodyshop collections

• Cars, vans, trailers and caravans, subject to operating limits

For operators with a varied workload, this versatility can help increase vehicle utilisation. One well-specified recovery truck can support several different types of job rather than being restricted to a single operating role.

Recovery Trucks for Hire

Buying a specialist vehicle is not the only way to expand your recovery capacity.

MV Commercial provides recovery trucks for hire, helping operators add capacity for new contracts, seasonal demand, replacement requirements and fleet growth.

Hiring can give businesses access to specialist equipment without immediately committing to a purchase. It can also provide a practical way to assess how a particular body configuration fits an operation before making a longer-term fleet decision.

With hire and rent-to-buy options available on this DAF XB230, MV Commercial can help operators choose a route that suits their workload, cash flow and growth plans.

Recovery Trucks for Sale

For businesses ready to invest, MV Commercial also offers new and used recovery trucks for sale across the UK.

Available vehicles can include tilt-and-slide bodies, double-deck transporters, spectacle lifts and larger specialist recovery units, with different chassis weights and equipment packages available to suit a wide range of operations.

This DAF XB230 provides an attractive option for operators looking for a new, Euro 6, ULEZ-compliant recovery truck with a comprehensive specification already installed.

The truck can also be finished with paint and livery to create a professional vehicle that represents the operator's brand on the road and at every recovery job.

Find Your Next Recovery Truck

The DAF XB230 double-deck tilt-and-slide recovery truck brings together the carrying flexibility, recovery equipment and driver specification required for modern vehicle transport and roadside operations.

With a 6,000kg steel recovery body, 2,000kg top deck, 2,000kg independent spectacle lift, 18,000lb hydraulic Superwinch and Lodar radio remote control, it is built to take on a wide variety of recovery and transport work.

Extensive LED lighting, stainless-steel storage, modern safety systems and a comfortable DAF Extended Day Cab complete a truck designed around both the job and the people carrying it out.

Whether you are searching for a recovery truck for hire, a recovery truck for sale, a DAF recovery truck or a double-deck tilt-and-slide vehicle for fleet expansion, MV Commercial can help you find the right solution.

View the DAF XB230 recovery truck or contact MV Commercial on 0800 862 0127 to discuss hire, sale and rent-to-buy options.