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Recreational Trailer Endorsement

A driver must have a fifth-wheel recreational trailer endorsement added to his/her Class C driver license to pull a fifth-wheel recreational trailer over 10,000 lbs., but not over 15,000 lbs. GVWR, which is not used for hire. This endorsement is not required if the driver has a Class A or Noncommercial Class A driver license.

  • There is no fee unless your license expires within six months.
  • You will take a law test for a noncommercial Class A license based on the information contained in this booklet. You must also pass the Class C law test unless you qualified for a Class C license within the past twelve months.
  • You are not required to submit a Health Questionnaire.
  • You are not required to take a driving test to add a Recreational Trailer endorsement to your current license.
  • No other tests are required.

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