May-10-2017 07:04 PM
May-13-2017 06:55 PM
May-13-2017 05:31 PM
cruiseruser wrote:
Lantley...if I pass the test, do I win a new RV? :B
A trailer in excess of 10,000 pounds is considered a Class G in Maryland. It's considered "Non Freight" when towing for personal not commercial reasons.
MD MVA recreational vehicles
Under classes of licenses it states:
A Class "A" non-commercial license driver's license authorizes the licensee to drive combinations of Class F (tractor) and Class G trailer (over 10,000 lbs.) or vehicles (GCWR 26,001 lbs.)
Definitions can also be found under Maryland statute 13-927.
Let me know what I win!!!
May-13-2017 05:21 PM
May-13-2017 04:24 PM
cruiseruser wrote:
Univmd - that's correct. A Maryland Non Commercial Class A License is needed to tow more than 10,000 pounds or a tow vehicle/camper combo that has a GVWR total of 26,001 pounds plus.
Maryland is the same as PA when it comes to taking your test at a specific DMV office. Some are set up for "normal" vehicle testing and some are set up for CDL and large non commercial vehicles in addition to "normal" vehicles.
May-13-2017 03:09 PM
mowermech wrote:timmac wrote:
About 4 years ago Nevada also made it a requirement to have a non commercial type CDL license to operate a motorhome over 26000 lbs.
I don't need one for just my motorhome but when I hookup my stacker trailer than I am over the weight by 400 lbs, but so far I have not got the new license.
Is the license requirement for the GVWR of the motorhome, or the COMBINED weight of the motorhome and towed load?
Such laws are usually very specific, as in the trailer brake laws here in Montana. If the trailer has a GVWR of 3000 lbs. or over, brakes are required on all wheels, even if the actual empty trailer weight in only 1500 lbs. A pickup is registered for the Gross Weight of the truck and load, regardless of the weight of any trailer.
May-13-2017 01:39 PM
May-13-2017 11:39 AM
Lantley wrote:jffnkrn wrote:
For me, once retired, i maintained my Class A CDL. The decision to maintain it is simple for me. I get a deduction on my auto insurance that is more than the physical cost, and with any updated changes in laws across our great nation, i don't have to worry about them either. I don't want to open a can of worms, but we all drive large vehicles and should at least be aware and have an understanding of the additional risks when driving heavy rigs and towing as well. I know we all are cautious and make safety one of our priorities, just wish they could have everyone be aware, especially those weekend warriors that tow a bunch of stuff, overloaded, up and down the hills like they are going to a fire call. I have been passed on a downhill from people doing at least 70 with a toy hauler headed home. Anyhow, my tow or three cents worth. Good Luck & Be Safe ! ! !
I agree. The issues you mention could be accomplished with a written test of some sort. I 'm not sure a skills test is needed. Nor are any CDL requirements needed. WE don't need to totally reinvent the wheel.
The government is just not that efficient at anything it does. Keep it simple.
May-13-2017 07:53 AM
jffnkrn wrote:
For me, once retired, i maintained my Class A CDL. The decision to maintain it is simple for me. I get a deduction on my auto insurance that is more than the physical cost, and with any updated changes in laws across our great nation, i don't have to worry about them either. I don't want to open a can of worms, but we all drive large vehicles and should at least be aware and have an understanding of the additional risks when driving heavy rigs and towing as well. I know we all are cautious and make safety one of our priorities, just wish they could have everyone be aware, especially those weekend warriors that tow a bunch of stuff, overloaded, up and down the hills like they are going to a fire call. I have been passed on a downhill from people doing at least 70 with a toy hauler headed home. Anyhow, my tow or three cents worth. Good Luck & Be Safe ! ! !
May-13-2017 07:02 AM
May-12-2017 06:40 PM
May-12-2017 06:29 PM
May-12-2017 04:52 PM
cruiseruser wrote:
Cross21114 - You will not need a Maryland Non Commercial Class A to pull a TOAD. As long as your TOAD or trailer is under 10,000 pounds a Maryland Non Commercial Class B is all that's needed. Below quote is taken right out of Maryland's License handbook.
A Class “B” non-commercial driver’s license authorizes the licensee to drive any single vehicle GVWR 26,001 pounds or more. Allows pulling a trailer under 10,000 lbs. (GVWR).
If you have family or friends that are licensed in another state that has no requirements for special licenses on RV's, they can also operate your vehicle legally on their home state license.
Don't give up the ship yet!
May-12-2017 02:16 PM
fpresto wrote:
Cross21114, What makes it worse is that when the change in the requirements was put into effect the RV dealers were complaining that it would severely hurt their business. Their workaround is to not mention it to the customers.
That said I can see why the requirements are put in place. Without something like that a 16 year old who had never driven anything bigger than a VW could pass his/her drivers test for a class C, walk out of the MVA office and climb into his daddies 40ft diesel pusher and legally head down the road. With the requirement for a class B they at least demonstrate a minimal ability before they are turned loose on the public. I upgraded to a B. It is not that hard.
May-12-2017 01:31 PM