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It's in accordance with Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Under 26,001 GVWR, just a standard drivers license. 26,001+ GVWR requires a Class B CDL. Gross Combined Weight of 26,001 lbs. or more and towing a vehicle with a GVWR of 10,001 lbs. or more requires a Class A CDL.

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To operate a tow truck you need a TDLR license. The type of TDLR depends on what type of towing you plan on doing. Such as consent towing or incident management towing.

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