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What do the terms Class A, Class B, and Class C mean on my Virginia CDL?

April 26, 2017CDL class mean terms Virginia

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What do the terms Class A, Class B, and Class C mean on my Virginia CDL?

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It refers to the type of vehicle that you may operate . . . CLASS A . . . allows you to operate vehicles which tow trailers or other vehicles with a GVWR over 10,000 pounds. A Class “A” license also allows you to operate Class B and C vehicles. CLASS B . . . allows you to operate single vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 lbs or more OR a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 26,001 lbs. or more, towing trailers/vehicles rated at 10,000 pounds GVWR or less. A Class “B” license also allows you to operate Class C vehicles. CLASS C . . .allows you to operate vehicles under 26,001 lbs. GVWR; that are designed to transport 16 or more persons including the driver; or that carry 15 or less people (including the driver) transporting children to or from school and home regularly for compensation, or carry hazardous materials in amounts requiring placarding.