M818 - Georgia CDL driving test? - Steel Soldiers::Military Vehicles Supersite

Makincold · 12-01-2010, 18:18

Ok, so I have read a LOT of CDL / 5-ton post and am pretty sure I'm headed down the "I'm getting a CDL" path... (with a non commercial farm Class A as a close second...)
but my question is, after passing the written test, can I take my 1970's vintage M818 road tractor down to the DMV for the driving part of my exam? Does it have everything I need to take the test? Is it a good idea? Bad idea? Will they even give me the test in it?
Anybody taken the test in an M818?
Another advice or thoughts along these lines would be welcomed also
Thanks!

91W350 · 12-01-2010, 18:48

When I tested, we had to have a trailer. The examiner went for a short ride, then asked me to back the trailer into a driveway. Do not get caught at the examiner's office with a tractor trailer and no CDL driver to get you there. Everything seemed to easy to be legal, to be honest. Glen

papabear · 12-01-2010, 20:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Makincold

Ok, so I have read a LOT of CDL / 5-ton post and am pretty sure I'm headed down the "I'm getting a CDL" path... (with a non commercial farm Class A as a close second...)
but my question is, after passing the written test, can I take my 1970's vintage M818 road tractor down to the DMV for the driving part of my exam? Does it have everything I need to take the test? Is it a good idea? Bad idea? Will they even give me the test in it?
Anybody taken the test in an M818?
Another advice or thoughts along these lines would be welcomed also
Thanks!

Without a trailer you won't get a class "A" CDL in Georgia...commercial (don't know about farm).

captain-crank · 12-01-2010, 21:10

The tractor/truck and trailer also have to have current DOT inspection stickers.

SETOYOTA · 12-01-2010, 23:56

are you going to be using the truck in a commercial venture or are you just using the truck for personal use? if personal use you need to get a class A non cdl license. There is no farm license in GA. A farmer can use trucks over 26k without a special license at all as long as he is within 150 miles of the farm.

You will never pass the test with the mil 5ton. If your going the CDL route best to rent a newer truck and trailer.

Makincold · 12-02-2010, 08:14

Thanks
All I want to do is drive my toy! No commercial hauling. Just enjoy my new hobby. But if I want to go to Haspin or Florida more than 150 miles I don't want major hassles

hogtruck · 12-02-2010, 10:03

I have a class A, non-commercial license, no endorsements.. Just need a written and some experience. The written test was mostly on operating a school bus (which is not authorized with this license). Small DL offices may not be up on this license (my first couple of tries where met with stiff resistance).

SETOYOTA · 12-02-2010, 10:19

Licensing Requirements

To obtain a non-commercial Class A or B License, the applicant:

♦

Must be at least 18 years of age.

♦

Must possess a Class C License.

♦

Must pass any Knowledge Exams which would normally
be required of applicants for a Commercial Driver’s License
for the type of vehicle driven. Refer to the CDL
Driver’s Manual for specific information to study for the
Knowledge Exam.

♦

Must complete a Driving Affidavit (DS-36) attesting that
a minimum of 3 months or 3,000 miles of driving experience
has been completed in a vehicle which represents
the license class. An instructional permit may be issued
for a 12 month period if this cannot be provided. There
is not a Road Test Requirement.

♦

Must pass a Vision Exam. The minimum acceptable
vision is 20/60 in one eye, with or without corrective
lenses, and a field of vision of at least 140 degrees.

♦

Must pay the appropriate license fee. The 5 year license
is $20 and the 10 year license is $35. Individuals with a
Distinctive License (Veteran’s, National Guard, or Honorary
License) are exempt from paying the license fee. For
more information on distinctive licenses, please visit

Department of Driver Services.

SETOYOTA · 12-02-2010, 10:19

Licensing Requirements
To obtain a non-commercial Class A or B License, the applicant:

♦

Must be at least 18 years of age.

♦

Must possess a Class C License.

♦

Must pass any Knowledge Exams which would normally

be required of applicants for a Commercial Driver’s License
for the type of vehicle driven. Refer to the CDL
Driver’s Manual for specific information to study for the
Knowledge Exam.

♦

Must complete a Driving Affidavit (DS-36) attesting that

a minimum of 3 months or 3,000 miles of driving experience
has been completed in a vehicle which represents
the license class. An instructional permit may be issued
for a 12 month period if this cannot be provided.

There

is not a Road Test Requirement.

♦

Must pass a Vision Exam. The minimum acceptable

vision is 20/60 in one eye, with or without corrective
lenses, and a field of vision of at least 140 degrees.

♦

Must pay the appropriate license fee. The 5 year license

is $20 and the 10 year license is $35. Individuals with a
Distinctive License (Veteran’s, National Guard, or Honorary
License) are exempt from paying the license fee. For
more information on distinctive licenses, please visit

Department of Driver Services.

rosco · 12-02-2010, 10:38

If your going to get a license, get a good one while you are at it. You will be happy about it, later down the road. Get the endorsements, and your covered, and you can respond in emergencies. The "Has/Mat" (paper test) takes an FBI background check. Then your a good Guy!