Karl Townsend wrote:

"The Kid" found a real good deal on a semi tractor. He wants me to go in
half with him. I have a farm and he thinks I can get farm licence and tags
without trouble - class B rating.

I'm worried getting and keeping all the DOT requirements and licences could
cost a bloody fortune. what are the facts here?

Karl

Last I knew, a class 8 tractor with trailer required a class A, class B
is commercial straight truck. If you register it as a farm truck, you
typically are limited to a relatively short range around the farm, like
150 mile radius. Insurance is another headache, though since you have
commercial insurance already, probably less of a pain. You need to check
with your state motor vehicle department to find out the particulars for
your state.