CDL requirements

Hey, I'm just a rookie but if you are using it for personal use then put on both sides of the vehicle that it is used privately and that it is not for hire or not used for commercial use, I hope this helps. I'm sure others will address this just give them a few minutes. Take Care. TD.

 

Yes, your going to need a CDL. Even though its for personal use. Its cause of the size and air brakes. Think about it, you can't drive a motorcycle with a regular class c license.

 

That's true read your drivers license. A class C license allows you to drive any vehicle with a GRVW under 26,001 pounds.

 

At least you don't have to go to a school! I think you need the CDL B. Just study the book take and pass all the tests in the book at the end of each chapter have the truck registered inspected and the insurance on it and use it for your driving test and you're good to go.

 

you do not need a cdl. this is PERSONAL USE. In some states you will need an air brake endorsement, but i have thoroughly researched this. If it's for personal use, its for personal use.

There are motorhomes that weigh more than 26,000lb and have airbrakes. Driven by 80 year olds with no CDL. That's just fine, how come?

You people who say he needs a CDL need to check the FIRST PAGE in the cdl manual! It tells who needs a CDL!

And if you think he needs a CDL, why exactly do you think he doesnt need IFTA, and an MC number? Anything that needs a CDL would need an operating authority, blah blah blah blah...all that crap.


however, the words "NOT FOR HIRE" will not be worth the space. That does not mean its non commercial. I would put lettering on it, "RECREATIONAL VEHICLE". However, some cops will still screw with you.

But a CDL could be useful for job oppurtunities and you can use the truck to get a class B...

This post is about as ill-informed as it gets. A drivers license is not a class C license. A class C license is a type of CDL. And besides that, my license doesnt say anything about what it's for. It just has a bunch of letters on it!

 

Some states require you to acquire a "Non-Commercial" Class 'A'....
Cali does for say pulling a Fifth-Wheel Trailer over IIRC 13,000....Even with a pick-up.....

 

That's all verbaitim from the CDL manual. As far as RVs there are several non-commercial options including class A which covers 5th wheel trailers weighing over 15k not used for hire.

To the OP..... this stuff gets convoluted so please save yourself the headaches and talk to your state DMV for the definative answers.


................... Jim

 

Evidently, not quite thorough enough!

Most every state is different, especially when it comes to weight, and how the rig is outfitted, and the intended use of the vehicle. OP says the rig has a box on it now and the weight is 33k...but how will the weight change after the flat bed is put on and the box removed...this might change the licensing and the registration dramatically.

To the OP...after you finish getting the rig set up the way you want it...with every trip you use it on...establish your travel route and check with each state you will be traveling through on their requirements for the rig and for your license...with some you will need a permit (one time use fee) so it could get awkward and/or costly not to do your homework.

 

Commercial motor vehicles are defined as:
- vehicles having a gross combination weight rating of more than 26,000 pounds. This includes a towed unit with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 10,000 pounds
- vehicles having a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 26,000 pounds
- vehicles that are designed to transport 16 or more passengers including the driver
- vehicles of any size that are used to transport hazardous materials. Vehicles transporting hazardous materials must have a placard as required by law.

Examples of commercial vehicles include trucks, semi-trucks, vans, coaches, buses, taxi cabs, box trucks and trailers.

This is off of the ops state's website
mvd.newmexico.gov

Class B sounds like a good and safe choice to me. Plus the extra knowledge you will learn just from studying the book can't be a bad thing either. Just my .02

Thanks and be safe!