What is a requirement for a vehicle to fall under the definition of Class A license?

A vehicle falls under the definition of a Class A license if it is a combination of vehicles weighing 26,001 lbs or more. This classification is primarily for commercial drivers who operate heavy truck combinations, such as tractor-trailers. The criteria specifically focus on the total weight of the combination of vehicles and ensure that drivers who are operating such heavy setups have the necessary skills and training to do so safely.

While there are other weight limits and passenger requirements for different classes of licenses—like lighter trucks or vehicles carrying fewer passengers—those do not meet the specific definition for a Class A license. Therefore, the requirement for a vehicle to be classified under a Class A license clearly necessitates that it be a combination that exceeds the 26,000 lbs threshold, ensuring that only driver's skilled in handling large and potentially more hazardous vehicles are allowed to operate them on public roads.