class A license for a class A RV?

Kayteg1 wrote:
.. than RV trailers above 10,000 lb are exempt.
RV are exempt from lot of common laws, so if in doubt- call your local DMV

Yes, RV's have alot of exemptions and each state DMV has their own additions to the US DOT too.

SoCalDesertRider wrote:
If you did need a different class license, it would not be a class A license.

Class A license is for trucks towing trailers over 10,000 lbs, when the combination also weighs more than 26,000 lbs, and for trucks towing more than one trailer, with a doubles/triples endorsement.

You can tow a single trailer up to 10,000 lbs with a class B license, which is required when the combination weighs more than 26,000 lbs.

Also, since you're in an RV, the license would not be commercial, unless your RV is used for commercial purposes.

This is under US DOT licensing requirements, which all states also follow.

I searched for any info on the above. I can only find DOT requirements for commercial drivers. Could you please provide a link for non commercial DOT requirements as you have stated?

.. than RV trailers above 10,000 lb are exempt.
RV are exempt from lot of common laws, so if in doubt- call your local DMV

If you did need a different class license, it would not be a class A license.

Class A license is for trucks towing trailers over 10,000 lbs, when the combination also weighs more than 26,000 lbs, and for trucks towing more than one trailer, with a doubles/triples endorsement.

You can tow a single trailer up to 10,000 lbs with a class B license, which is required when the combination weighs more than 26,000 lbs.

Also, since you're in an RV, the license would not be commercial, unless your RV is used for commercial purposes.

This is under US DOT licensing requirements, which all states also follow.

But apples are in in ga.

If you reside in Iowa as your profile indicates then you DO NOT need any special license to operate a privately registered class A motorhome of any size or weight.

I thought CA had something special if over 40 ft?
MD has/had a 26,000 lb. cut off.
very few DPs under that.
bumpy

Bill.Satellite wrote:

pedally wrote:
Just wondering if you need a special drivers license for a class A motor home.

As mentioned above, check with the local DMV. FL you do not. TX you do IF the MH weighs more than 26,000 pounds. Other States have varying requirements.
What is your State of residence. Someone here can likely give you a quick answer.

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pedally wrote:
Just wondering if you need a special drivers license for a class A motor home.

As mentioned above, check with the local DMV. FL you do not. TX you do IF the MH weighs more than 26,000 pounds. Other States have varying requirements.
What is your State of residence. Someone here can likely give you a quick answer.

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