When a 44-tonne lorry rolls into the workshop with a brake issue or a suspension failure, you need more than a trusty spanner and good intentions. Commercial vehicle repair demands serious kit—robust, reliable, and ready for the grind.
Whether you’re running a busy vehicle repair garage or managing your own fleet maintenance, having the right tools makes the difference between a smooth turnaround and a week-long headache. So, let’s dive into the gear that should be in every heavy-duty toolbox.
Built to Handle the Heavy Stuff
Light-duty tools just don’t cut it when you’re tackling seized bolts on an HGV or lifting axles off the ground. You need kit engineered for power and endurance.
1. Impact Wrenches and Sockets
A high-torque impact wrench is non-negotiable. These beasts save hours of labour and elbow grease, especially when dealing with rusted wheel nuts or stubborn suspension bolts.
Pair your wrench with a Rustung 25pc 1″ Deep Impact Socket Set, designed for serious commercial work. With sizes from 22mm to 80mm, this set handles everything from hub nuts to crank bolts. Each socket is forged from industrial-grade chrome molybdenum, with a black phosphate finish that laughs in the face of corrosion. It comes in a rugged case too—so no more scrambling for the right size in a pile of mismatched sockets.
2. Heavy-Duty Jacks and Stands
You wouldn’t crawl under a 30-tonne rigid without proper support—unless you fancy starring in a workplace safety video. Invest in a high-capacity hydraulic jack (think 22 tonnes or above) and a solid set of axle stands to keep everything stable and safe.
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Get ready to tackle even the toughest jobs with our premium 25pc 1″ Deep Impact Socket Set. Designed for professionals, this comprehensive collection features an impressive range of 6-point sockets from 17mm to 75mm, ensuring you have the right tool for every task.
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Diagnostic Tools: The Modern-Day Mechanic’s Secret Weapon
Gone are the days of tapping the dashboard and hoping for the best. Modern commercial vehicles come with ECUs, sensors, and more blinking lights than a Christmas tree. You’ll need a reliable diagnostic scanner compatible with trucks, trailers, and buses.
Look for a unit with multi-brand compatibility, live data reading, and regen functions for DPFs. It’ll help you pinpoint faults faster, avoid guesswork, and keep your customers happy.
Grease Guns and Lubrication Tools
Commercial vehicles live hard lives. Without regular greasing, joints and bearings will wear down quicker than a farmer’s wellies during harvest. A quality grease gun—manual, pneumatic, or battery-powered—makes this essential job quick and mess-free.
Keep an assortment of fittings on hand for different makes and models, and stock up on high-pressure lithium grease for optimal performance.
Cutting, Grinding, and Welding Gear
Sometimes, there’s no saving that rusted bracket or bent exhaust mount—it needs to come off. Fast. That’s where grinders, reciprocating saws, and oxy-acetylene torches come into play.
A decent MIG welder also earns its place in the workshop. From exhaust repairs to body panel fabrication, welding gives you the flexibility to fix rather than replace (and impress the customers while you’re at it).
Lighting and Inspection Tools
Let’s face it, the underside of a commercial vehicle is darker than a barn loft at midnight. A good inspection lamp with magnetic base and rechargeable battery is a lifesaver. Add a telescopic mirror and a borescope to get eyes into the tight spots, and you’re set.
Storage and Organisation
You might have the best tools on the market, but if they’re scattered across the floor like a toddler’s toy box, you’ll waste time and sanity. Invest in a proper tool chest or modular racking system to keep your workshop tidy, efficient, and safe.
Bonus: it looks far more professional when customers walk in.
Equip Your Workshop Like a Pro
If you work on commercial vehicles, your tools aren’t just accessories—they’re your livelihood. Choosing the right kit saves time, reduces injuries, and keeps customers coming back. The Rustung 25pc 1″ Deep Impact Socket Set is a prime example: engineered for strength, made to last, and ready for whatever the next job throws your way.
Need to upgrade your workshop? Check out our full range of heavy-duty tools at Multimax Direct and get the gear that works as hard as you do.