MERCEDES ATEGO 1223 – BEST MAXX recovery truck equipped for towing operations

New Mercedes ATEGO 1223: The ultimate recovery truck built for the toughest challenges

In the world of professional recovery and roadside assistance, there is a fine line between an ordinary work tool and a top-class specialist vehicle that will not let you down in any situation. The new Mercedes ATEGO 1223 confidently crosses that line. This truck is not just a list of technical specifications – it is a complete solution for professionals who demand reliability, versatility and instant readiness for action. If you are looking for a machine that combines the robustness of a German chassis with a precisely engineered, custom-built body, you are looking at your future business partner.

This specific Mercedes ATEGO 1223 has been configured with a single goal in mind: efficiency without compromise. Thanks to the extended crew cab and an advanced technical body, it can handle jobs that would elsewhere require two vehicles. Let’s take a detailed look at what this yellow giant has to offer.

Chassis and cab: Mercedes ATEGO 1223 as the foundation of success

The heart of this specialist vehicle is the proven Mercedes ATEGO 1223 chassis. In the transport industry this name is synonymous with long service life and economical operation. What sets this particular unit apart from many other recovery trucks is its cab configuration. The vehicle is equipped with an extended crew cab with 2 + 4 seating.

This feature of the Mercedes ATEGO 1223 is invaluable in real-world operations. In the event of a motorway accident or a breakdown of a family car on holiday, you are often not only dealing with the recovery of a non-driveable vehicle, but also with the safe transport of its occupants. With this truck, you can safely and comfortably transport the entire family including the driver without having to call a taxi or an additional escort vehicle.

The visual appearance of the vehicle is just as important as the technology. Both cab and body are painted in a uniform yellow RAL colour. This colour scheme gives the Mercedes ATEGO 1223 not only a professional, cohesive look, but above all maximum visibility in traffic – a key element of passive safety when working on the road.

Custom-built body: engineering perfection in every detail

The basis is an auxiliary frame and the platform itself, both of which have undergone a complete galvanising process. This ensures that even after years of operation in salty and muddy conditions, the structure will resist corrosion. The platform, approximately 6,300 mm long and 2,450 mm wide, is of segmented design with smooth cassette-type side panels. Platform movement is provided by a telescopic cylinder with a length of 3,600 mm, with the sliding motion running on Teflon guides. This technical solution delivers quiet operation, minimal wear and smooth movement even under full load, which in the case of this Mercedes ATEGO 1223 is an impressive 6,000 kg.

Hydraulic system and handling equipment

Professionals appreciate the details that make everyday hard work easier. The tilting frame is operated by two hydraulic cylinders fitted with hydraulic locks for maximum safety. What makes this Mercedes ATEGO 1223 a true all-rounder, however, is its winch system.

The Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is fitted with two hydraulic winches:

• main winch 5.2 t – this powerhouse is mounted on the platform and features hydraulic side-shift. This is crucial when recovering vehicles that are not aligned with the centreline of the truck. Thanks to the side-shift function you can position the winch exactly where you need it, without damaging the rope or sheaves.
• secondary winch 3.6 t – mounted on the wheel-lift, ideal for auxiliary work or handling a second vehicle

Both winches are equipped with pneumatic free-spooling, which significantly speeds up work when paying out the rope.

Wheel-lift for maximum efficiency

At the rear of the chassis there is a wheel-lift with a capacity of 2.5 t and ice spikes, which ensures safe and stable attachment of a vehicle even in winter conditions. A towing hook above the winch and an ISO 50 tow hitch with a capacity of 3.5 t and a quick-coupling system are standard. This allows the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck to tow trailers as well, further expanding its transport capabilities.

Top-class LED lighting for the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck

PREMIUM LED safety and work lighting

The Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is equipped with premium LED lighting that significantly increases both work safety and visibility in traffic. On the roof there is an LED lightbar providing clear signalling of the presence of the recovery vehicle on the road. Additional lights integrated into the underrun bar illuminate the area directly behind the truck.

LED work lights installed on the platform of the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck provide comfortable and safe vehicle handling both day and night. There are also multifunctional LED work lights with four modes (strobe, work light, position and indicator light). The rear work lights feature an integrated strobe function, further enhancing the vehicle’s visibility when in operation.

Intelligent light control on the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck

In addition to the standard components, the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is fitted with side work lights, four LED strobe lights in the front grille and four LED strobe lights on the platform. At the end of the platform there is a directional strobe light that helps warn other road users of lane changes or the presence of an obstacle.

A major advantage of the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is the integrated lighting control panel with the option of operation via a mobile application. Lighting of the winch working area ensures safe handling of the rope and hooks even in the dark. This lighting package puts the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck on a par with modern professional recovery vehicles used throughout the EU.

Equipment of the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck for everyday operations

Practical accessories for the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck

The Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is equipped with a wide range of accessories, making it ready for immediate deployment in real traffic conditions. The equipment includes wheel skates without jacks (4 pcs), various types of flat straps with loops and central protection, tie-down straps and towing J-hooks. Also included are a snatch block with hook, “omega” shackles, a set of sliding chocks and approach chocks for the wheel skates. This ensures safe handling of a wide variety of vehicles.

Further equipment of the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck includes rear wireless 12/24V STROBOLED lights, a 13-pin socket extension and sockets for 12V and 24V. An integral part of the package is the radio remote control of the body, enabling the operator to control body functions from a distance and maintain a better overview of the surroundings of the vehicle. The truck is also fitted with holders for brooms and shovels, two basket holders with containers and traffic cones for securing the work area.

Assistance and safety features on the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck

For roadside assistance operations, the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is equipped with a LOKITHOR 12/24V J10000HD jump starter, booster cables, 10 litres of absorbent material and an additional 50-litre refill pack. Work gloves, a shovel and a road broom are also included for cleaning the road surface after an accident. This combination of equipment enables the crew of the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck to handle more complex incidents such as leaking operating fluids or contaminated road surfaces.

Important components of the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck’s equipment also include booster cables and other auxiliary tools that allow, for example, a vehicle with a flat battery to be started directly at the scene, without the need for immediate towing. The rear wireless STROBOLED lights improve safety during reversing, loading and manoeuvring in confined spaces or poor visibility conditions.

Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck – the ideal choice for professionals and versatile use

The Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck combines a robust Mercedes chassis, a custom-built body with a carefully designed segmented platform, powerful hydraulic winches and top-quality LED lighting. Thanks to the comfortable extended cab, its strong focus on safety, a wide range of practical accessories and comprehensive assistance equipment, the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is ready for everyday intensive use in the Czech Republic and throughout the European Union.

If you are looking for a professional, universally usable and fully equipped recovery truck, the Mercedes Atego 1223 recovery truck is ready to go straight to work in your fleet.