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Truck classification

Truck classifications are typically based upon the maximum loaded weight of the truck, typically using the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and sometimes also the gross trailer weight rating (GTWR), and can vary among jurisdictions.[1]

This article is about commercial truck classifications. For passenger car and pickup truck classifications, see Car classifications.
Class 1 Light duty Toyota Tacoma

Class 1 Light duty Toyota Tacoma

Class 2 2001 Ford Excursion 4×4 (GVWR: 8,600 pounds (3.9 t)

Class 2 2001 Ford Excursion 4×4 (GVWR: 8,600 pounds (3.9 t)

Class 3 Ford F-350

Class 3 Ford F-350

Class 4 2008 Ford F-450 4×4 pick-up truck (GVWR: 14,500 pounds (6.6 t))

Class 4 2008 Ford F-450 4×4 pick-up truck (GVWR: 14,500 pounds (6.6 t))

Class 5 2005 Chevy Kodiak 4×4 (GVWR: 17,500 pounds (7.9 t))

Class 5 2005 Chevy Kodiak 4×4 (GVWR: 17,500 pounds (7.9 t))

Class 6 2002 Ford F-650 in front (GVWR: 26000 lb), 1989 Ford F-600 in back (GVWR: 20,200 pounds (9.2 t)

Class 6 2002 Ford F-650 in front (GVWR: 26000 lb), 1989 Ford F-600 in back (GVWR: 20,200 pounds (9.2 t)

Class 7 Peterbilt 330 dump truck.

Class 7 Peterbilt 330 dump truck.

Class 8 Kenworth W900 tractor with spread-axle 48-foot (14.63 m) refrigerated trailer.

Class 8 Kenworth W900 tractor with spread-axle 48-foot (14.63 m) refrigerated trailer.

(European Union)

Reducing CO2 emissions from Heavy-Duty Vehicles

(in German) (trans.: Driving license classes)

Führerscheinklassen (Klassen der Lenkberechtigung)