Gunner Asch wrote:

On Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:57:15 -0500, Ignoramus11295
wrote:

I am not about to become a "trucker", but I am thinking about getting
a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

The purpose is to be able to drive a larger truck (like a 1 ton
pickup) with a larger trailer (like 15K lbs), buying and selling
larger things.

I am curious if anyone here has a CDL and, if so, how hard it was to get.

I can study the study questions by myself, and I would prefer not to
go to a CDL school for a whole month.

Can I somehow pass it with at-home preparation? Also, can I pass that
test with a vehicle that does not require a CDL? I will do some
finding out by myself also, but I wanted to hear if anyone has any
practical experience.

i

That varies state by state...and often there are options other than
Commerical DLs...farmers generally dont have CDLs and yet they often
pull heavy loads on big trailers on roadways etc etc.

It doesn't vary too much post the '84? motor carrier safety act. Rules
are supposed to be consistent across the country now.