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  1. NDT

    Best Tractor Trailer Combo for Tank

    The rules for Texas former military are specific: "The vehicle may only be used for parades, club activities, exhibitions, and other functions of public interest and not for regular transportation". I never use my military trucks "for hire" or in a commercial enterprise. This would be...
  2. NDT

    Best Tractor Trailer Combo for Tank

    OK, running M915/M916/M920/M818's legally in Texas: (hobby use only) 1. Get insurance. Tell your agent you have a truck-tractor that you wish to use on your ranch for hauling your personal equipment. I was able to get Progessive Commercial. The agent will do a "filing" with TXDMV. Don't...
  3. NDT

    Best Tractor Trailer Combo for Tank

    That is very true. "Full blown commercial" is a must, but in Texas there are a few breaks . . . we have the "former military registration" which costs $10/yr for the truck and $10/yr for the trailer. Registration with TXDOT is $100/yr, and USDOT (required) is free. The DOT physical and drug...
  4. NDT

    Best Tractor Trailer Combo for Tank

    In current surplus, the M920 tractor with M870 trailer is the way to go. Plan on spending about $6000 for each in usable condition from GL. Insurance will run you about $200/month, and your permit about $30 each time you roll. I'm moving lighter armor (Stewart) so I can get by with a M915...
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