PennDOT Form MV-377: Farm Equipment Dealer Plate Request

PennDOT Form MV-377: Farm Equipment Dealer Plate Request – Farm equipment dealers in Pennsylvania who need specialized registration plates for trucks or truck tractors used in their agricultural equipment business must use PennDOT Form MV-377. This official form, titled “Farm Equipment Dealer Registration Plate Request,” allows qualified dealers to obtain plates issued under Section 1336.2 of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code. The form was last updated in February 2025 (MV-377 2-25).

This guide covers everything U.S. dealers need to know about eligibility, permitted uses, required information, fees, personalization options, and how to submit the application correctly.

What Is PennDOT Form MV-377?

Form MV-377 is the official Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) application used by farm equipment dealers to request a special registration plate for a truck or truck tractor. These plates are distinct from standard farm vehicle plates (Form MV-77) and multipurpose dealer plates.

According to the form itself and Pennsylvania law, a farm equipment dealer is defined as a dealer who sells vehicles designed or used exclusively for agricultural operations and only incidentally operated or moved upon highways. Examples include farm tractors, choppers, and balers.

Download the current official form here: PennDOT Form MV-377 (PDF).

Who Qualifies for a Farm Equipment Dealer Registration Plate?

To qualify under 75 Pa.C.S. § 1336.2, the applicant must be a farm equipment dealer and the vehicle must meet these requirements:

The vehicle must be a truck or truck tractor.
The registered gross weight must be over 11,000 pounds (11,001 lbs or more).
The vehicle must be used solely in the business of the farm equipment dealer.

Farm equipment dealers are generally exempt from the $20,000 bond requirement that applies to many other vehicle dealers under Section 1335 of the Vehicle Code.

Permitted Uses of Farm Equipment Dealer Registration Plates

Pennsylvania law (75 Pa.C.S. § 1344.1) strictly limits how these plates may be used. A truck or truck tractor bearing a farm equipment dealer registration plate may be operated only by the dealership or its employees and only for the following purposes:

Delivering farm equipment to a farm for the purpose of sale, demonstration, loaning to customers whose farm equipment is being repaired, or loaning to prospective purchasers.
Pickup of new farm equipment from the manufacturer or distributor.
Pickup of used farm equipment for the purpose of resale.
Inspection, repair, or servicing of the vehicle itself.

Any other use is prohibited and can result in penalties or loss of registration privileges.

How to Complete Form MV-377

The form contains four main sections. All information should be typed or printed clearly.

Section A – Vehicle Description

Provide the following details for the truck or truck tractor:

Title Number
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Make of Vehicle
Current Plate Number (if any)
Body Type (check Truck or Tractor)
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)

Section B – Dealer Information

Enter:

Dealership Name
Street Address, City, State, and Zip Code
Dealer/Bus. Partner ID#
Dealer Telephone Number

Section C – Insurance Information

List current insurance details:

Insurance Company Name
Policy Number
Policy Effective Date
Policy Expiration Date

Valid proof of financial responsibility must be maintained for the entire registration period.

Section D – Self-Certification & Signature

An authorized dealer must sign and date the form, certifying that the vehicle will be used solely in the dealership’s business according to the permitted uses listed above. The signer must also include their title.

Fees for Farm Equipment Dealer Registration Plates

Fees are determined by Form MV-70S, “Bureau of Motor Vehicles Schedule of Fees.” As of the most recent published schedule:

The annual fee for a farm equipment dealer truck or truck tractor is $457.00 or one-half of the regular truck/truck tractor registration fee, whichever is greater.
Personalization of the plate requires an additional fee of $136.00.

Payment must be made by check or money order payable to the “Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.” Do not send cash. Always verify the current fee on the latest version of Form MV-70S available on the official PennDOT website.

Personalizing Your Farm Equipment Dealer Plate

Farm equipment dealer registration plates may be personalized. To request a personalized plate, complete and attach Form MV-904D, “Application for Personalized Dealer Registration Plate.”

Key personalization rules for farm equipment dealer plates:

Up to five letters or numbers in combination.
A pre-printed “FE” configuration precedes the personalized characters and cannot be changed.
One hyphen or one space is permitted (but not both); each counts as one of the available spaces.
Special characters beyond the hyphen or space are not available.

Where to Submit Form MV-377?

Mail the completed form, required fees, and any supporting documents (such as Form MV-904D if personalizing) to:

Bureau of Motor Vehicles
P.O. Box 68283
Harrisburg, PA 17106-8283

For questions, contact PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services at 717-412-5300 (TTY callers dial 711) or visit the official website at www.pa.gov/dmv.

Important Related Forms and Resources

Key Legal References

75 Pa.C.S. § 1336.2 – Farm equipment dealer registration plates
75 Pa.C.S. § 1344.1 – Use of farm equipment dealer registration plates
75 Pa.C.S. § 1926.1 – Farm equipment vehicle dealers (fee provisions)

Final Tips for Successful Submission

Double-check that the vehicle’s registered gross weight exceeds 11,000 pounds and that the intended use matches the four permitted purposes exactly. Incomplete applications or incorrect fees are the most common reasons for delays. Always use the latest version of Form MV-377 and MV-70S from the official Pennsylvania government website to ensure compliance with current requirements.