Non-CDL Work Trucks: 13 Stellar® Options Under the CDL Weight Limit
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Non-CDL work trucks, also called under-CDL trucks, are built on a chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,000 lbs or less, so operators generally don’t need a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to drive them. These trucks fall into Class 6 and below, the top of the medium-duty range in the standard truck weight classes. Stellar’s non-CDL offering includes mechanic trucks, hooklifts, tire service trucks, and fuel and lube trucks.
Staying at or below 26,000 lbs GVWR does not automatically eliminate every licensing, endorsement or hazardous-material requirement, but in general non-CDL work trucks offer a lot of benefits:
- Scheduling and Labor Savings
Larger work trucks require CDL-qualified drivers, which can be expensive and hard to find. In some cases, you may need two people per job — one to drive the work truck and a technician to do the job. With non-CDL vehicles, technicians can drive themselves to the jobsite. Along with reduced costs, this simplifies scheduling. Plus, onboarding is faster because new employees can start driving and working immediately. - Lower Operational Costs
Non-CDL work trucks deliver savings in addition to reduced labor costs. They generally cost less to purchase and insure. Licensing fees can be significantly less. You don’t have to pay for technicians to get CDL training and certification. And in most cases, smaller non-CDL vehicles operate more efficiently, lowering fuel costs and maintenance needs. - Excellent Versatility
Whether you need to haul tools, tires, fuel, dump beds or more, Stellar’s selection of non-CDL work trucks can be configured to meet your needs.
Stellar’s commitment to efficient design lets us offer 13 non-CDL models that give you the performance you need while providing driver flexibility. Review the models below to find the ideal choice for your business.
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Non-CDL Mechanic Trucks
Sometimes called under-CDL service trucks, Stellar’s four-truck selection is designed to let you add service cranes and accessories while staying under CDL limits. It used to be a bigger challenge to upfit a work truck while still offering usable payload, but Stellar utilizes lighter-weight aluminum mechanic truck bodies.
TMAX 16K Aluminum Mechanic Truck
- Applicable chassis: 14,000 – 22,900 lbs GVWR (examples: FordⓇ F-350 or F-550, Ram 3500 and Ram 4500 gas)
- Works with cranes with capacities up to 4,000 lbs
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TMAX 30K Aluminum Mechanic Truck
- Applicable chassis: 14,000 – 22,900 lbs GVWR (examples: Ford F-350 or F-550, Ram 3500 and Ram 4500 gas)
- Works with cranes with capacities up to 6,000 lbs
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TMAX 1 Aluminum Mechanic Truck
- Applicable chassis (examples: Ford F-550 or F-600, Ram 5500)
- TMAX 1-9: 16,000 – 22,900 lbs GVWR
- TMAX 1-11: 16,000 – 22,900 lbs GVWR
- TMAX 1-13: 22,000 – 22,900 lbs GVWR
- Works with cranes with capacities up to 8,600 lbs
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TMAX 2 Aluminum Mechanic Truck (select chassis)
- Non-CDL configurations possible on chassis rated 25,500 – 26,000 lbs GVWR (examples: Kenworth T280, Kenworth T380)
- TMAX 2-11: 25,500 – 33,000 lbs GVWR
- TMAX 2-14: 25,500 – 33,000 lbs GVWR
- TMAX 2-14 Low Cab Forward: 25,500 – 33,000 lbs GVWR
- Works with cranes with capacities up to 12,000 lbs
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Under-CDL Hooklifts
A non-CDL hooklift truck is one of the most versatile work trucks available, offering hundreds of uses. Stellar has two under-CDL models available in our advanced NXT™ Series, and you’ll find still more options in our economical Shuttle Series.
NXT18 Hooklift
- 18,000-lb capacity
- Handles 8′ – 14′ bodies for 84″ – 120″ CA chassis
- Min. Truck GVWR: 16,000-26,000 lbs
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NXT24 Hooklift
- 24,000-lb capacity
- Designed for 10′ to 18′ bodies for 108″ to 156″ CA chassis
- Body lengths:
- S (Short Version): 10′ – 14′
- M (Medium Version): 12′ – 16′
- L (Long Version): 14′ – 18′
- Min. Truck GVWR (non-CDL configurations possible on chassis rated 22,000 – 26,000 lbs GVWR)
- S (Short Version): 22,000 lbs
- M (Medium Version): 26,000 lbs
- L (Long Version): 26,000 lbs
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Shuttle16 (Flex) Hooklift
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- Non-telescopic style
- Can handle dump containers ranging from 8′ to 15′ and flatbeds ranging from 10′ to 16′ and has a lifting capacity of up to 16,000 lbs
- Min. Truck GVWR range: 10,500 – 26,000
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Shuttle20 Hooklift (select chassis)
- 20,000-lb-lift/dump capacity
- Recommended body lengths: 12′ – 21.5′
- From 102″ to 200″ cab-to-axle lengths for single rear-axle truck chassis
- Min. Truck GVWR: 25,000 lbs (non-CDL configurations possible on chassis rated 25,000–26,000 lbs GVWR)
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Shuttle24 Hooklift (select chassis)
- 24,000-lb capacity
- Recommended body lengths: 10′ – 12.5′
- Min. Truck GVWR: 26,000 lbs (non-CDL configurations possible on chassis rated 26,000 lbs GVWR)
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Non-CDL Tire Service Trucks
You can think big and still get an under-CDL tire truck. Stellar’s TM4110/9000 is the largest non-CDL tire truck Stellar offers, and it includes more than 60 cubic feet of storage.
TM4110/9000 Tire Truck
- Stellar’s largest off-the-road non-CDL tire truck
- Great for tires weighing up to 4,600 lbs
- Parallelogram design eliminates the need for pad extensions
- Clamping span of 16″ to 110″
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Under-CDL Fuel & Lube Trucks
When searching for a non-CDL fuel truck or non-CDL lube truck, look no further than Stellar. Remember, staying at or below 26,000 lbs GVWR does not automatically eliminate every licensing, endorsement or hazardous-material requirement.
Single-Axle Lube Truck (custom)
- Compatible installation for chassis configurations including the Ford F-550 and F-600, RAM 5500, International CV Series and more
- Sometimes called a mini lube truck
- Typically features 4 to 5 oil pumping systems, along with used oil, antifreeze and grease storage
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Single-Axle Fuel Truck (custom)
- Uses chassis such as Ford F-750 and F-650
- Can be custom configured to meet under-CDL requirements
- High-flow fuel delivery for efficient fueling
Single-Axle Fuel/Lube Truck (custom)
- Uses chassis such as Ford F-750 and F-650
- Can be custom configured to meet under-CDL requirements
- Efficient onsite fueling and maintenance
Also Non-CDL: Multi-Tank Fuel Trailers
Stellar Multi-Tank Fuel Trailers are designed to carry high volumes of diesel fuel without requiring a CDL hazmat license endorsement (check applicable laws). Each 110-gallon tank is independently mounted and isolated with separate shutoff valves, keeping every tank under the 119-gallon federal hazmat limit.
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Find the Right Non-CDL Work Truck for Your Fleet
Because every fleet’s mix of equipment, payload and drivers is different, Stellar’s expert team can help you make the perfect choice. We’ll help match the right body, equipment and chassis to your work while staying under the CDL weight limit.
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