[AT] DOT Question

[Mike Sloane]

I went to the site and could not find anything that related to 
agricultural vehicles not engaged in interstate commerce. I guess I am 
concerned about my F350 mason dump truck with "farmer" tags and a 7000# 
trailer with a CGW rating of 10,000 pounds. I have driven several times 
across state lines to fetch antique tractors and have never been 
stopped. I have been passed by many a trooper who never seemed to give 
me so much as a glance. Nor has the NJ DMV asked for a DOT number when I 
renewed my tags (although they do require a certificate from the Farm 
Bureau). But I would hate to find myself in big trouble because I 
neglected to get a DOT number. Where did you find the reference to 
agricultural vehicles, Steve?

Mike

Steve W. wrote:
> 
> 

> 
> DOT numbers are required for ANY vehicle over 10,000 hauling for hire.
> OR for any Agriculture vehicle that crosses state lines.
> OR if your running a bus/van with seating for 15 or more.
> Couple more items on passenger hauling and hazardous materials
> 
> The requirement has been there a while but they started requiring the 
> large displays about 5 years ago.
> 
> http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/registration-licensing/online-registration/onlineregdescription.htm 
> 
> 
> You are required to provide a U.S. DOT number at the time of 
> registration if your vehicle has a combined gross weight over 10,000 
> pounds and:
> 
>     * is used for commercial (business ) purposes, or
>     * Has farm registration and crosses the state line.
> 
> This number, from the U.S. Department of Transportation, is issued to 
> the party (individual or company) responsible for the overall safety of 
> the vehicle.
> 

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