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May a truck tractor (as defined in 49 CFR 390.5) be driven on public roads by a driver with a Class B CDL?

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FMCSA-CDL-383.91-Q06 tmw.docx (23.75 KB)

§383.91 – Commercial Vehicle Groups

Guidance Q&A

Question 6: May a truck tractor (as defined in 49 CFR 390.5) be driven on public roads by a driver with a Class B CDL?

 

Guidance: Yes, but only if the truck tractor is not pulling a towed unit (trailer) that is in excess of 10,000 pounds.

Regulatory Topic: Commercial Driver License Standards; Class B Truck Tractor CDL Requirements
Effective Date: Thursday, March 7, 2019
Issued Date: Friday, March 1, 2019