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GCWR and Federal DOT laws

02-23-2004, 07:59 PM

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Jeff Clark

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GCWR and Federal DOT laws

I had someone tell me that anything over 26,000 lbs GCWR required a CDL. My Freightliner weighs in at 13,000 dry and the trailer comes in at just under 20,000 loaded with 3 cars in it. Everyone else, including several dealers we talked to, told me I don't need a CDL as long as it's recreational use. Does anyone know the truth to this or know where to find it.

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