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jthrv
Explorer
Oct 13, 2020

California DL towing an Exactly 10,000 lb GVWR trailer

Can I tow an Exactly 10,000 lb GVWR trailer ? The DMV Handbook says No, as it has to be "under 10,000". The Vehicle Code says Yes, as it is "Not exceeding 10,000". Why would they be different ?...
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Grit_dog
Navigator III
Oct 13, 2020
It’s a good question and the “rules” are contradictory in other states as well.
Many say “under 10k” when they really should say under 10.001k or “over” 10k.

Don’t sweat it. It’s the 10klb law which is a federal DOT standard.

If it wasn’t, the “standard “ 3/4 tons would be rated 9999lb gvw and same with trailers.
(Yes I realize there are many class 2 trucks now rated over 10klbs as well in recent years. )

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