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Key Facts: Georgia CDL Tanker Test Exam

80%

Minimum CDL knowledge-test passing score

49 CFR 383.135

>119 gal

Individual tank capacity threshold in Georgia Section 8 / 49 CFR 383.5 definition

Georgia DDS Section 8 / 49 CFR 383.5

1,000 gal

Aggregate tank capacity threshold for the tank-vehicle definition

Georgia DDS Section 8 / 49 CFR 383.5

$10

Georgia permit/testing fee before written knowledge exams

Georgia DDS permit/testing fee pages

$35

Georgia Commercial Application (CAP) fee

Georgia DDS CDL fee references

365 days

Georgia CLP validity for permits issued on or after July 1, 2021

Georgia DDS CDL License page

Study Georgia CDL Manual Section 8. Know the N endorsement threshold of tanks over 119 gallons each and 1,000 gallons aggregate, the 80 percent federal passing standard, leak and valve inspection points, special equipment, high center of gravity, curve-speed rollover risk, liquid surge in partial loads, side-to-side surge, bulkheads, baffles, smooth-bore tanks, outage/ullage, expansion, dense-liquid weight, and legal loading limits.

Sample Georgia CDL Tanker Test Practice Questions

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1When does Georgia Section 8 say a Class A or B CDL driver needs a tank vehicle endorsement?
A.Only for hazardous liquids
B.For liquid or gaseous material in tanks over 119 gallons each with 1,000 gallons or more aggregate capacity
C.Only for permanently mounted gasoline tanks
D.Only for tanks over 10,000 gallons
Explanation: Georgia Section 8 follows the federal tank vehicle definition for Class A and B CDL drivers. The liquid or gas does not have to be hazardous if the tank capacity thresholds are met.
2Which CDL endorsement code is used for tank vehicles?
A.H - hazardous materials
B.N - tank vehicles
C.P - passenger
D.T - double/triple trailers
Explanation: Georgia DDS and FMCSA use endorsement code N for tank vehicles. H is hazardous materials, P is passenger, and T is doubles/triples.
3What Georgia DDS test requirement is listed for adding the N Tanker Endorsement?
A.Knowledge test only
B.Skills test only
C.Knowledge and road tests
D.No test if the tank is empty
Explanation: Georgia DDS lists the N Tanker Endorsement as a knowledge-test-only endorsement. A separate tanker skills test is not listed for adding N.
4A Georgia driver wants both tank vehicle and hazardous materials privileges. Which endorsement combination is used?
A.N - tank vehicles only
B.H - hazardous materials only
C.X - tank vehicles and hazardous materials
D.T - double/triple trailers
Explanation: The X endorsement combines tank vehicle and hazardous materials authority. N alone is the tank vehicle endorsement and H alone is hazardous materials.
5Can non-hazardous liquid cargo require the N endorsement?
A.Yes, if the CDL class and tank capacity thresholds are met
B.No, only placarded hazardous materials count
C.Only if the liquid is flammable
D.Only if the route crosses state lines
Explanation: Georgia Section 8 states that the liquid or gas does not have to be hazardous. The endorsement issue depends on CDL class and tank capacity thresholds.
6Under FMCSA rules, how may a CLP holder with an N endorsement operate a tank vehicle?
A.Loaded with any liquid
B.Empty only, and not with unpurged hazardous-material residue
C.Only on private property
D.Only with passengers
Explanation: FMCSA limits CLP holders with an N endorsement to empty tank vehicles. A tank that previously held hazardous materials must be purged of residue before CLP operation.
7Which Georgia CDL manual section is titled Tank Vehicles?
A.Section 2
B.Section 5
C.Section 8
D.Section 13
Explanation: Georgia DDS Section 8 is the Tank Vehicles section. It is the primary source for Georgia tanker endorsement study.
8What minimum score is required on CDL knowledge tests under 49 CFR 383.135?
A.60 percent
B.70 percent
C.80 percent
D.90 percent
Explanation: 49 CFR 383.135 requires applicants to correctly answer at least 80 percent of the questions on each CDL knowledge test. Georgia CDL testing operates under these federal standards.
9What is the most important tank-specific item to check on every tank vehicle?
A.Leaks
B.Paint color
C.Radio reception
D.Seat adjustment
Explanation: Georgia Section 8 says leaks are the most important item to check on tank vehicles. A leaking tank may lead to citations, being stopped, and cleanup liability.
10What should you do if a tank body is leaking before the trip?
A.Drive slowly to the receiver
B.Do not carry liquid or gas in the leaking tank
C.Open the vents and continue
D.Add product to seal the leak
Explanation: Georgia Section 8 warns not to carry liquids or gases in a leaking tank. The leak must be corrected before the vehicle is operated.

About the Georgia CDL Tanker Test Exam

The Georgia CDL Tanker Vehicles Endorsement Test covers the knowledge needed to operate commercial motor vehicles transporting liquid or gaseous materials in qualifying tanks. Georgia DDS Section 8 emphasizes tank inspections, leaks, valves, hoses, manhole covers, vents, special equipment, high center of gravity, liquid surge, slippery-surface stopping risk, bulkheads, baffled tanks, smooth-bore tanks, outage/ullage, expansion, dense-liquid weight, and legal loading limits. DDS administers the knowledge test under FMCSA CDL standards, and federal rules require at least 80 percent correct on CDL knowledge tests.

Assessment

Multiple-choice CDL written knowledge exam for the N Tanker endorsement, covering Georgia CDL Manual Section 8 tank vehicles plus related driving-safety, air-brake, combination-vehicle, and hazardous-materials sections when applicable. 49 CFR 383.119 requires tanker applicants to know surge causes and effects, braking when empty/full/partially full, baffled and non-baffled handling, tank construction, product-density effects, grades and curves, emergency systems, retest/marking requirements for DOT specification tanks, and operating procedures.

Time Limit

No single Georgia-published Tanker endorsement time limit; DDS says CDL written knowledge exams must begin at least 45 minutes before Customer Service Center closing

Passing Score

80% minimum

Exam Fee

$10 permit/testing fee plus $35 Commercial Application (CAP) fee when applying for or changing a Georgia CDL/CLP (Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS))

Georgia CDL Tanker Test Exam Content Outline

Core Georgia/Federal licensing topic

Tanker Endorsement Context

N endorsement scope, Class A/B validity, CLP limitations, non-hazardous liquid coverage, X endorsement context, and the federal 80% pass standard.

Core Section 8 domain

Inspection and Special Equipment

Tank shell leaks, valves, pipes, hoses, manhole covers, vents, vapor recovery, grounding and bonding, emergency shut-off systems, and emergency equipment.

Core Section 8 and 49 CFR 383.119 domain

Liquid Surge and Handling

Partial loads, forward-and-back surge, side-to-side surge, slippery-surface stopping risk, acceleration, following distance, and smooth control inputs.

Core Section 8 domain

High Center of Gravity and Rollover

Top-heavy tanker behavior, posted curve-speed risk, ramps, curves, wind, rough surfaces, lane changes, and rollover prevention.

Core Section 8 and 49 CFR 383.119 domain

Tank Construction, Outage, and Loading

Bulkheads, baffles, smooth-bore tanks, food-grade sanitation context, outage/ullage, liquid expansion, dense-liquid weight, legal limits, and compartment loading.

How to Pass the Georgia CDL Tanker Test Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 80% minimum
  • Assessment: Multiple-choice CDL written knowledge exam for the N Tanker endorsement, covering Georgia CDL Manual Section 8 tank vehicles plus related driving-safety, air-brake, combination-vehicle, and hazardous-materials sections when applicable. 49 CFR 383.119 requires tanker applicants to know surge causes and effects, braking when empty/full/partially full, baffled and non-baffled handling, tank construction, product-density effects, grades and curves, emergency systems, retest/marking requirements for DOT specification tanks, and operating procedures.
  • Time limit: No single Georgia-published Tanker endorsement time limit; DDS says CDL written knowledge exams must begin at least 45 minutes before Customer Service Center closing
  • Exam fee: $10 permit/testing fee plus $35 Commercial Application (CAP) fee when applying for or changing a Georgia CDL/CLP

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 300 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

Georgia CDL Tanker Test Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read Section 8 once for structure, then reread the subsections on inspection, high center of gravity, surge, bulkheads, baffles, unbaffled tanks, outage, and loading amount.
2Memorize the endorsement threshold: tanks over 119 gallons each and 1,000 gallons or more aggregate capacity for Class A/B CDL tank vehicle operation.
3Treat surge questions as handling questions: partial load, smooth inputs, extra following distance, early braking, and low curve speed.
4Separate baffles, bulkheads, and smooth-bore tanks; baffles reduce forward/back surge, bulkheads divide compartments, and smooth-bore tanks have the strongest surge.
5Do not overlook Georgia logistics: $10 permit/testing fee, $35 CAP fee, 14-day CLP hold before skills testing, 365-day CLP validity, and the federal 80 percent pass standard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who administers the Georgia CDL Tanker test?

Georgia DDS administers CDL written knowledge exams through Customer Service Centers and publishes the Georgia Commercial Driver’s Study Guide used for preparation.

What score do I need to pass?

Federal CDL rules in 49 CFR 383.135 require at least 80% correct on each CDL knowledge test.

What does the N endorsement cover?

The N endorsement is for tank vehicles. Georgia DDS says it requires a knowledge test only and is valid for CDL Class A and B.

What section should I study?

Start with Georgia CDL Manual Section 8, Tank Vehicles. Also review Sections 2, 5, 6, and 9 when your vehicle, brakes, combination configuration, or hazardous-material cargo makes them relevant.

Does non-hazardous liquid require a tanker endorsement?

It can. Georgia Section 8 says the liquid or gas does not have to be hazardous if the CDL class and tank capacity thresholds meet the tank-vehicle definition.

Can I take the N endorsement test with the Georgia CLP test?

Georgia DDS says the P, S, and N endorsement exams can be taken with the Commercial learner permit test.