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∙ 11y agoThat depends on the Gross Combination Weight Rating of the two vehicles, and other factors. If the vehicle is being operated on a for-hire basis, and the Gross Combination Weight Rating of truck and trailer is more than 26,000 lbs., then a Class A CDL is required.
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∙ 11y agoIf the Gross Combination Weight Rating (the combined Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of the truck and of the trailer) is in excess of 26,000 lbs., and the vehicle is of a type which does not fall under an exemption to CDL requirements (emergency vehicle, registered farm vehicle, military vehicle, or recreational vehicle), then yes, you need a CDL.
That depends on the nature of the vehicle (commercial or personal use) and the Gross Combination Weight Rating of the two vehicles. If it's a commercial use vehicle, and the Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings of the two vehicles combined come out to a Gross Combination Weight Rating in excess of 26,001 lbs. or more (e.g., you have a pickup rated at 15,000 lbs. and a gooseneck trailer rated at 20,000 lbs.), then a CDL will be required.
If it's a commercial use vehicle, and the Gross Combined Weight Rating of the two vehicles is in excess of 26,000 lbs., yes - not just between the states, but also within the state. If it's a commercial use vehicle but does not excess the 26,000 lbs. Gross Combined Weight Rating, you won't need a CDL, but you will need a DOT medical card.
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You need a Class A learner's permit.
You need license plates to drive it on the road.
Yes, you would. Without the trailer, you could operate it with either a Class A or Class B CDL.
Let's set the record straight here. A CDL would only be required if the Gross Combined Weight Rating of the truck and trailer together was in excess of 26,000 lbs., and the GVW of the trailer alone exceeds 10,000 lbs. You can drive a 26k Class 6 truck without a CDL... you can tow a trailer up to 10,000 lbs. GVW behind it and still not need a CDL. If it is a commercial vehicle, and you're crossing state lines, however, you will need a DOT medical card. A one ton pickup of current manufacture has a GVW of around 12,000 - 13,000 lbs., and any commercial vehicle operating interstate requires the med card.
Anything defined as a CMV will require a CDL, regardless. So if it's pulling a trailer, yes, it will require a CDL.
Need to know if it is a 2 wheel drive or a 4 wheel drive truck and what engine it has, it matters.
Licenses required to drive flatbed trailers vary depending on the size of the trailer. You may not need an additional license.
To obtain a license to drive a flatbed trailer, you will need to pass a CDL test. In preparation for the test, seek out an accredited training program that includes instruction in fundamental knowledge as well as experience in operating vehicles with full loads.