Refuse Collection Vehicles. Versatile. Built to Perform.
At NRG Riverside, we make refuse collection vehicle hire simple and stress-free. Whether you need short-term cover or a long-term addition to your fleet, our RCVs are built to perform and supported by a team that understands what it takes to keep your rounds moving. From domestic routes to commercial contracts, we’re here to help you get the job done safely, efficiently, and without interruption.
A Fleet That Fits Your Needs.
Our RCV fleet covers everything from 7.5-tonne models to 32-tonne vehicles, giving you the flexibility to choose exactly what works for your operation.
You’ll find vehicles from leading manufacturers including Dennis Eagle, DAF, Scania, Mercedes-Benz, Electra, and Isuzu, with body options from Faun Zoeller, NTM, Hillend Engineering, and Dennis Eagle.
Each vehicle is configured for real-world waste collection, with combinations of:
- Single or split-body setups for mixed waste streams
- Trade or domestic lifts and open-back options
- Standard or low-entry cabs for easier crew access
- Optional pods and compartments for specific routes
- Selected models featuring onboard weighing systems, telemetry, and safety technology
Whatever your requirements, we’ll help you find a vehicle that fits, no overcomplication, no one-size-fits-all approach.
Electric RCVs
Cleaner, Quieter, Capable.
Looking to make your fleet more sustainable? Our electric refuse collection vehicles (eRCVs) offer powerful performance with lower emissions and reduced noise. Available for contract or spot hire, these vehicles come with full support from our in-house team, who can help with infrastructure, charging, and day-to-day operation.
Switching to electric doesn’t have to be complicated, we’ll make sure it’s a smooth move for you and your team.
Why Choose NRG Riverside?
With one of the UK’s most comprehensive RCV fleets and decades of industry experience, we bring together dependable vehicles, responsive support, and expert guidance. Our flexible hire options and nationwide coverage mean we’re always close by when you need us.
Over 25 Years Experience
Compliant with UK transport standards
15 Depots Across The UK
24/7 Support
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Frequently Asked Questions
Refuse collection is the process of collecting waste materials from households, businesses and public spaces. Waste collected includes food waste, garden waste, packaging, recyclable waste and bulky or electrical waste.
This waste is collected typically by local authorities or private waste management companies through the use of refuse collection vehicles.
Refuse vehicles are specialist waste collection vehicles designed to collect waste and transport to designated disposal sites.
RCVs typically operate by using hydraulic systems to lift bins and unload waste into a hopper. The waste is then transferred into the truck’s body, where it is compacted for efficient transport. When the hopper is full, a compacting blade compresses the waste, allowing the truck to carry larger volumes. At the end of the collection route, the truck’s hydraulics lift the hopper, reverse the compaction, and unload the waste at recycling plants or landfill sites. Despite variations in design, all RCVs are designed to efficiently and safely remove waste from homes and businesses.
The different types of refuse collection vehicles include:
- Front Loaders – These vehicles use powered forks to lift and empty waste containers from the front into the hopper.
- Rear Loaders – have a rear opening for operators to manually throw in waste or use an automated lifting mechanism.
- Side Loaders – Have openings on the side which can be loaded manually or by a joystick-controlled robotic arm, with a hydraulic system for compacting waste.
