Titles & Registration for Dump Trucks in Maryland
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This page explains how to register a dump truck (Class EDP) in Maryland, and when an out-of-state dump truck needs certification.
What is a Class EDP dump truck?
To be registered as a dump truck, your vehicle must meet all of the following:
- Have two or more axles
- Be designed to carry feed or other loose materials in bulk
- Unload by gravity or by a mechanical system
- Have the load fully enclosed on both sides, the front and the rear
- Have a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 40,000 pounds or more
Maximum safe operating weights by number of axles
The maximum safe operating weight, or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), depends on how many axles the truck has. For any of the below, you may choose a higher Gross Combined Weight (GCW).
- 2 axles: Up to 40,000 pounds
- 3 axles: Up to 55,000 pounds
- Exception: A 3-axle dump truck that was registered in Maryland with a 65,000-pound GVWR before June 1, 1994, may keep operating at 65,000 pounds until the truck turns 20 model years old. After that, the owner must either get a lift axle certification or lower the vehicle's GVWR to 55,000 pounds.
- 4 axles: Up to 70,000 pounds
How to register a dump truck in Maryland
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Select the correct application form
Use the form that matches your situation:
- Applying for a Maryland title and registering at the same time: Use the Maryland title as the application for both transactions.
- Truck already has a Maryland title: Use the New Plates/Stickers & Transfer of Plates or Non-Title Trailers - Application (VR-008) - PDF - 200.44 KB.
- Truck has an out-of-state title: Use the Certificate of Title - Application (VR-005) - PDF - 195.16 KB.
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Gather required documents
You’ll need to submit the following documents along with your application:
- Maryland Safety Inspection Certificate, if required
- Certification for the Issuance of Dump Service License Plates as Provided by the Maryland Vehicle Laws (VR-098) - PDF - 104.24 KB
- Side-view photograph of the dump truck
- Payment for applicable fees and taxes
- IRS Form 2290, if your truck has a GVW of 55,000 pounds or more
- Manufacturer's certification of the lift axles (a copy is OK) and a photo of the lift axle, if your truck has 4 axles, you want a 70,000-pound GVWR and you plan to operate outside Garrett and Allegany counties
When is a Maryland Safety Inspection Certificate required?
A Maryland Safety Inspection Certificate confirms your vehicle meets Maryland safety standards.
It’s generally valid for 90 days from the inspection date. If the truck was purchased from a Maryland dealer, it’s valid for 6 months or until the odometer increases by 1,000 miles, whichever comes first
You do not need this certificate if:
- The vehicle is new and the odometer reads 7,500 miles or less, or
- The vehicle is already titled in Maryland and the certificate was already accepted by the MVA
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Submit your application
You can register a dump truck in any of these ways:
- In person at any MVA branch office
- By mail (with copies of all documents required)
- Through an MVA licensed tag and title service (service fees apply)
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Receive your dump truck title and registration
Your Maryland registration card, license plates, and stickers will be issued immediately. Your Maryland title will be mailed to you approximately two weeks after you apply.
Certification for out-of-state dump trucks
If you have an out-of-state dump truck that you will use for business in Maryland — even for just one day — and the truck needs to operate at a weight above what the Federal Bridge Formula allows, you must get certification in Maryland. Follow the steps below to apply:
How to apply for Maryland out-of-state dump truck certification
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Gather required documents for certification
- Current out-of-state title
- Current out-of-state registration card
- Certification for Dump Truck Service (VR-098) - PDF - 104.24 KB Form
- Side-view photograph of the dump truck
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Submit your application and required documents
- In person at any MVA branch office
- No fees required
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Receive your dump truck certification
You will receive the dump truck certification before you leave your appointment, or by mail if needed.
Fees for dump truck registration & title
Titling fees typically include:
- Title fee
- Excise tax
- Security interest (lien) filing fee (if applicable)
There is no fee for out-of-state dump truck certification.
Registration fees vary by vehicle type and intended use. See Fees for Registration Plates for details.
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