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Tank Endorsement Test | California 2025 #2 Page 2 of 3
Train for FREE with our California tank endorsement practice test online. The official exam test consists of several obligatory parts, with all of them checking your knowledge of different blocks of road rules. If you need to obtain a CA tank license in 2025, practice as much as possible. Free sample tests published on our website will help you check and improve your knowledge and boost your grades. Please bear in mind that DMV requirements for issuing a CDL tank vehicle endorsement may vary from state to state.
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6 . The amount of liquid cargo than can be loaded into a tank depends on:
Factors that affect how much liquid is safe to load into your tank include how much the liquid will expand in transit, the weight of the liquid, and legal weight limits. If you are loading a particularly dense liquid, make sure you do not exceed legal weight limits.
7 . Before operating a tank vehicle, it is important to:
Open all valves.
When inspecting your tank vehicle before operation, make sure all specialty equipment is in safe working condition. This includes vapor recovery kits, grounding and bonding cables, and emergency shut-off systems.
8 . If you are operating a vehicle built before 1998 and are unsure if the trailer has an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you can:
If you are operating a vehicle built before 1998 and are unsure if the trailer has an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), you can check under the trailer for wheel speed sensors coming from the back of the brakes.
9 . In a vehicle equipped with an automatic tractor protection valve, the valve will pop out when air pressure drops to a level between:
In vehicles equipped with an automatic tractor protection valve, the valve will pop out if air pressure drops to a level between 20 and 45 psi. When the valve pops out, the protection valve will close, stopping the flow of air.
10 . When driving on a wet road, you should reduce your speed by:
Reduce your speed when traveling on surfaces that provide reduced traction. Reduce your speed by about one-third when driving on a wet road.
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2025 California | Frequently Asked Questions
A CDL Class B license in California allows drivers to operate single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or tow a vehicle not heavier than 10,000 pounds. This includes buses, farm labor vehicles, and any vehicle towing a vehicle not exceeding a GVWR of 10,000 pounds.
A Class B CDL license in California allows the operation of single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or any such vehicle towing a vehicle not exceeding 10,000 pounds GVWR. This includes buses, dump trucks, delivery trucks, tow trucks, garbage trucks, and other similar vehicles.
To acquire a Class B CDL license in California, you must be at least 18 years old (21 for interstate driving), possess a valid non-commercial driver's license, pass a vision test, complete a medical examination, and successfully complete written and skills tests. You must also have a clean driving record and be able to demonstrate the ability to operate a Class B vehicle.
To qualify for a Class B CDL license in California, you must be at least 18 years old. However, you must be 21 years old or older to operate commercial vehicles across state lines or to transport hazardous materials or waste.
Yes, specific endorsements may be necessary for a Class B CDL license in California depending on the type of vehicle you plan to drive or cargo you plan to carry. For example, endorsements are required for passenger vehicles, school buses, tank vehicles, double/triple trailers, and for carrying hazardous materials.
The Class B CDL skills assessment in California includes three parts: pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic vehicle control, and on-road driving. You must show you can inspect your vehicle to ensure it's safe to drive, demonstrate that you can control the vehicle in various situations, and finally, drive safely in normal traffic conditions.
Class B CDL license holders in California are restricted to driving single vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, or towing a vehicle not heavier than 10,000 pounds. They cannot operate a Class A combination vehicle unless they have the appropriate endorsement.
Yes, it is possible. The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offers the written Class B CDL test in multiple languages, including Spanish. However, federal regulations require that all CDL holders understand English to a level that allows communication with the general public, comprehension of traffic signs and signals, and responses to official inquiries.
Yes, you can request accommodations for the Class B CDL written exam in California if you have a disability. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides reasonable testing accommodations according to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This can include extended time, a quiet room, or a sign language interpreter. Contact your local DMV to discuss your needs and arrange accommodations.
Yes, you can retake the Class B CDL written test if you don't pass on your first attempt. In California, you're allowed three attempts to pass the written test within 12 months of paying the application fee. If you fail all three attempts, you must start the process over and pay a new application fee.
