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jcarper · 11-11-2010, 03:49 PM

CDL requirements vary by state. California where I live requires what the DMV calls a non-commercial Class A which is identical to the CDL truckers have to have except a Physical is not required every two years, just a medical statement, and the driving test does not require you to parallel park your fifth wheel only to complete all the other elements of the CDL requirement.

The criteria in California is any fifth wheel with a rating of 15k GVWR or higher and 10k GVRW or higher for pull trailers. There are also length requirements as well which could affect licensing laws.

I am not aware of any National requirement either in effect or pending.

11-11-2010, 03:49 PM	#5
jcarper Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2	CDL CDL requirements vary by state. California where I live requires what the DMV calls a non-commercial Class A which is identical to the CDL truckers have to have except a Physical is not required every two years, just a medical statement, and the driving test does not require you to parallel park your fifth wheel only to complete all the other elements of the CDL requirement. The criteria in California is any fifth wheel with a rating of 15k GVWR or higher and 10k GVRW or higher for pull trailers. There are also length requirements as well which could affect licensing laws. I am not aware of any National requirement either in effect or pending. __________________ YIC, The Carpers, Jim and Mona 07 MS 32TK3 07 Chevy 3500 Duramax Dually