CDL Practice Test Study Guide: Tank Vehicle Endorsement

This CDL practice test study guide contains information for those who drive tank vehicles; therefore needing a Tank Vehicle Endorsement on their CDL license.

In order to obtain a Tank Vehicle Endorsement, each applicant must have knowledge covering the following:


Causes, prevention, and effects of cargo surge on motor vehicle handling;

Proper braking procedures for the motor vehicle when it is empty, full and partially full;

Differences in handling of baffled/compartmental tank interiors versus non baffled motor vehicles;

Differences in tank vehicle type and construction;

Differences in cargo surge for liquids of varying product densities;

Effects of road grade and curvature on motor vehicle handling with filled, half filled and empty tanks;

Proper use of emergency systems; and

For drivers of DOT specification tank vehicles, retest and marking requirements.



Sections of this CDL Practice Test Study Guide include:


Inspecting Tank Vehicles
Driving Tank Vehicles
Safe Driving Rules
Sample Test
Sample Test Answers
Pre-Trip Inspection Memory Aid