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Registering & Titling |
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Plates |
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The standard issue plate has a tree background. One plate is issued and is required to be displayed on the rear of the trailer. Light trailers may have Disabled Veteran plates.
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Related Information |
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Light Trailer Definition |
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A light trailer is any trailer having a loaded weight of 8,000 pounds or less, except trailers for hire (for rent), recreational trailers, special use trailers and fixed loads. Light trailers may include boat trailers or horse trailers.
NOTE: You do not have to register a light trailer (which includes a utility, boat, or horse trailer) or obtain a trip permit to operate it on the road if the trailer, plus the heaviest load it will carry, weighs less than 1,800 pounds total. However, you may wish to obtain a title for your trailer because most law enforcement agencies and insurance companies want to see proof of ownership if it is ever stolen. All trailers used on the road must be equipped to meet safety standards; see ODOT's Vehicle Equipment and Safety page for more information.
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