Feb 01 2010
Do I need a special drivers license for driving a Class A RV? What is involved in obtaining one?
I would like to rent an RV to drive across the country and the one I would like to rent is a Class A Rental. I was wondering if I need a different drivers license, how long or what it takes to get one, if I need it. I am planning on renting it next month. I am in Texas.
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No, I do not think so but check with your Local DMV
if it is a big rv then you would need a commercial drivers license same as if you were driving a tractor-trailer rig
call your state DMV…they’ll have all the details and forms
Class C is good unless the rental place requires a class B commercial then a physical and testing at the DMV
I don’t believe you do need a special license
Depending on GVW (Gross Vehical Weight) and where you live you may need an AZ (Z is and Air Brake endorsement)..
It is not the same for all the states. I can only speak for Texas. If the weight is over 26,000 pounds then you need a Class B non-commercial license. However, I assume we have reciprocity with other states so assume the law applies to Texas residents only. I have also heard that the law is not enforced unless you are in a wreck.
My class A has only one rear axle, so I;m OK with just a regular license. I THINK (not absolutely sure) a special license is required if there are two rear axles.