[AT] DOT Question

[Mike Sloane]

According to this: 
<http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rules-regulations/administration/fmcsr/382.103.htm>
it looks like that as long as I don't go more than 150 miles from my 
farm when I am picking up a tractor or equipment, I am exempt for the 
DOT requirements. Maybe I should print that page out and keep it with me...

Mike

Mike Sloane wrote:
> 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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