- A: Apportioned, meaning the vehicle is registered in one state but can operate in other states without registering in each state.
- B: Bus.
- C: Commercial.
- D: Dealer.
- E: Exempt.
- F: Farm vehicle.
- G: Government vehicle.
- H: Historical vehicle.
- I: International vehicle.
- L: Limited use.
- M: Manufacturer.
- N: Non-commercial.
- O: Owner.
- P: Personal vehicle.
- Q: Quarry vehicle.
- R: Recreational vehicle.
- S: Special vehicle.
- T: Temporary.
- U: Utility vehicle.
- V: Van.
- W: Wholesale.
- Z: Other.
The numbers on an 18 wheeler license plate typically indicate the:
- Gross weight: The total weight of the vehicle and its load, expressed in pounds or kilograms.
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): A unique identification number assigned to each vehicle by the manufacturer.
- Serial Number: A unique number assigned to each license plate by the state that issued it.
