Driving license categories 2020 table with explanation

Quite a long time ago in Russia there arose a need to introduce additional categories of driver's licenses. This was due to a significant increase in the number of vehicles of various types. So, in particular, many remember problems with scooters. At one time, this type of transport did not belong to any of the previously existing categories. Nowadays, many people want to drive a car or a motorcycle. And all the necessary conditions have been created for this. It is enough to complete the training, successfully pass the exam and receive a driver's license. You can open any category. The main thing is that it fits your needs. Let us next consider what categories of driver's license exist today.

Relevance of the issue

The problems that existed until recently caused a completely unambiguous reaction from the federal government. The necessary regulations were adopted, in accordance with which additional categories appeared. In the new driver's licenses, they are all displayed on the back in the form of a table. Today there are 16 of them. The form contains a breakdown of the new categories of driver's license. The essence of their introduction is clear and simple – to restore order in the country’s extensive transport sector. The categories of the new driver's license allow you to control all vehicles on the roads and provide supervision over all persons driving them. The state's profit has increased significantly due to fees from the total number of students. At the same time, numerous enterprises carrying out training are provided with work for the near future.

Appearance and information features of rights

A driver's license is a special document that provides the ability to drive a different type of vehicle. The document contains all the important information about the driver, so that when checking, authorized specialists will be able to find out everything they need about the person in terms of driving permits and licenses.

The new driver's license contains the following important information:

Personal photo and full name of the owner;
Date and city of birth;
Information about open car categories;
Certificate number and expiration date;
Date of registration and number of the organization where the document is registered;
Personal signature of the owner;
Additional information for your reference.

Additional information may also include information about previous driver’s licenses, special notes on fines, and so on. Each driver may have individual characteristics in terms of additional information, which makes it possible for the relevant authorities to find out all the details of what a person is like in terms of traffic.

The new driver's license is a plastic card of standard size 5.5 by 8.5 centimeters. It is comfortable to wear, and over time it does not deform and information is not erased from its surface due to a special protective coating.

On one side there is information about the owner, and on the other side information about the driver himself. This is a convenient form that allows you to quickly find the information you need.

External side of the document

The following features of the document in terms of information can be highlighted:

At the very top the name of the certificate and the place of its registration in terms of territorial affiliation are indicated.
On the left there is a special place for personal photographs. But remember that the legislation of the country prohibits being photographed wearing a headdress, with only religious needs being considered an exception. But citizens with poor eyesight need to be photographed wearing glasses, but it is prohibited to use glasses that can distort the appearance of the face in the photograph.
In the lower left corner is the personal signature of the driver's license holder.
On the right side, under the title of the document, the motorist’s full name, date of birth and registration information are presented in full form.
Below is the home region and list of open car categories.

Compactness and information content are the main advantages of the new driver’s license, therefore, it is easier for both the driver and the control authorities to process information.

Vehicle classification

Human ingenuity and imagination knows no bounds. This also applies to the transport industry. Today, vehicles are represented by such a wide variety of models and types that it is quite easy to get confused among them. They differ in appearance, number of wheels, engine power, passenger capacity, load capacity and other parameters. Many factories produce special vehicles used for specific work and transportation. In addition to purely technical characteristics, vehicles also differ in operating features. An ordinary person with a family car does not necessarily have to be able to drive a tractor with a tank. To simplify the life of vehicle owners, to divide the latter according to the difficulty of driving, driver's license categories were introduced. Until recently there were 5 of them: trucks, cars, motorcycles, tractor-trailers, buses. However, the industry does not stand still. Recently, many new types of transport have appeared. In addition, the requirements for operation of existing types of vehicles are changing. In 2014, Federal Law No. 196 came into force. In accordance with it, additional categories of driver's licenses were introduced. At the same time, not only the main groups, but also subgroups of the vehicle were identified. So, let's find out what the categories on a driver's license mean.

Driver's license - categories and their explanation

There is probably no young man or girl who does not want to drive a car or motorcycle.
Today this is the dream of many, and a feasible dream. You just need to pass the exams and you will be awarded the coveted driver's license. You just need to decide which category you want to open. So let's look at all the categories of driver's licenses 2020 with a transcript. Main categories and subcategories

So what are categories? Human imagination and ingenuity are inexhaustible, including in the field of creating means of transportation. In the modern world, vehicles are represented by such a wide variety of models and types that it is easy to get confused among them.

They differ not only in appearance, but also in the number of wheels, engine power, load capacity, passenger capacity, and so on. There are special vehicles designed for certain types of transportation and work. The complexity of managing all this diversity also varies.

And an ordinary person who can easily drive a family car does not necessarily need to be able to drive a heavy-duty tractor with a tank. In order to simplify the driver’s life, as well as to divide the equipment according to the complexity of control, it was divided into categories.

Not long ago there were only five of them (motorcycles, cars, trucks, buses and tractor-trailers). But time passes, new types of equipment appear, and the requirements for managing existing ones change.

And in 2014, after the adoption and entry into force of the new edition of the Federal Law “On Road Traffic Safety,” not only the categories of vehicles in the licenses changed, but also new subcategories appeared. We will collect new categories and subcategories of driver's licenses for 2017-2018 in a table.

Decoding the categories of the new driver's license

How to get a new category of rights?

Motorcycles

They belong to the first category of driver’s license – “A”. If there is an appropriate mark on the form, a citizen can drive any motorcycle, including one with a side trailer (sidecar). It is worth saying that this vehicle can have more than just 2 wheels. But such equipment belongs to a different category of driver’s license. Under cat. “A” includes any motorized transport if its weight is up to 400 kg. Currently, it is only allowed to drive it if you are 18 years of age or older. The decoding of the categories of the new driver’s license includes the “A1” subgroup. This includes “light motorcycles”. These include mopeds and other motorized equipment with an engine displacement of 50-125 cm3 and a power of less than 11 kW (up to 15 hp). You can drive such a vehicle from the age of 16.

Decoding driver's license categories

Before you are given a complete breakdown of the driver's license categories, it doesn't hurt to know that many of them require separate training, but not all. For example, having passed the exam just once and received a document for any of the options presented below, the driver will automatically have the right to drive an ATV, scooter or low-power moped. It is the category that will determine the main classification of vehicles, in full accordance with their performance qualities and characteristics, as well as overall dimensions. But let's do everything in order so as not to get completely confused.

A (A1)

Understanding what it is, category A driver's license, you should know that it will allow you to drive all motorcycles, without exception, including vehicles with sidecars. Previously, you could often find motorized strollers on the roads, for which this category is also relevant, but today it is very rare. According to the traffic rules, motorcycles can include any vehicle, two-wheeled or three-wheeled, equipped with a side trailer (sidecar) or without one. This also includes four-wheeled vehicles that, when fully equipped, weigh no more than four hundred kilograms.

Subcategory A1 includes all motor vehicles with an internal combustion engine volume of no more than one hundred twenty-five cubic centimeters. The maximum power of such devices should not exceed eleven kilowatts. It is clear that classification A will allow you to drive motorcycles, but not vice versa. The main attractive factor motivating drivers to obtain A1 is the opportunity to take exams not at eighteen, but at sixteen. More details about what categories A and A1 are can already be found on our website.

B (BE, B1)

This is a category of rights to a passenger car, the total weight of which, when fully equipped, does not exceed three and a half thousand kilograms. The number of seats in such vehicles should not be more than eight, that is, all passenger cars can be immediately assigned to this classification. There are several nuances that would not hurt to know.

Category B makes it possible to drive a car with a trailer that weighs 750 kilograms or more, but only if the total weight is no more than 3,500 kilograms.
This classification includes all passenger cars and light trucks.
This also includes jeeps and small minibuses with no more than eight seats.

In order to attach a heavier trailer to a vehicle, you will have to receive a new category - BE. This requires special, separate training, therefore, having a driving license with classification B, driving a car with a trailer weighing more than 750 kilograms is prohibited.

IN 1

Another subcategory B1 denotes quadricycles and tricycles. This is an absolute innovation, because many have not yet even figured out that we are not talking about ATVs, which are a motorcycle on four wheels. A quadricycle has a body like a car, but its motor power is no more than 15 kilowatts (20 horsepower). Moreover, such a vehicle can reach a speed of no more than 25-50 kilometers per hour. So, contrary to expectations, the motorcycle license (A, A1) will be completely useless here.

C (CE, C1, C1E)

This category includes all cars with a total weight exceeding 3.5 tons, with the exception of those that belong to subcategory D, which will be discussed later. In fact, this can include all trucks weighing from 3.5 to 7.5 tons, as well as larger ones, including those equipped with trailers weighing no more than 750 kilograms. But for passenger cars and light trucks up to three and a half tons, such licenses will be useless, and any traffic police inspector will classify driving in such a case as driving without a license.

This category means driving trucks with a trailer weighing more than 750 kilograms. Without such permission, driving a vehicle with a large trailer is strictly prohibited.

Subcategory C1 includes medium-sized trucks, the weight of which ranges from 3.5 to 7.5 tons, even with a light trailer (up to 750 kilograms). It is permissible to drive a car of this type, even if you just have a category C license.

C1E

If you need to drive light and medium-sized trucks with a heavy trailer, you will need a C1E license. However, here you will have to strictly ensure that the total weight of the structure (car with trailer) does not exceed twelve tons. There is nothing to do here with a regular truck license, but the senior CE category is suitable for driving such vehicles.

D (DE, D1, D1E)

A driver's license of this category is suitable for driving a variety of buses, the number of passenger seats in which exceeds the standard eight, as for B (excluding the driver). It will be valid both for tiny minibuses with twelve seats, and for huge tourist “monsters” with two floors. However, driving buses with an accordion or articulated with each other is prohibited with such qualifications.

This category will allow you to drive buses with trailers whose weight does not exceed 750 kilograms. This also includes buses articulated with each other, forming a kind of road train.

This category is issued to those who will transport people on buses with more than eight seats, but less than seventeen. It is permissible to use a light trailer (up to 750 kilograms). To illustrate what we are talking about, we can name the GAZelle-3221 or RAF-2203 model, which were previously widely used for minibuses. Now they have somewhat lost their relevance, but they have been replaced by imported minibuses with the same indicators.

D1E

This is a special qualification for small buses equipped with heavy trailers, the weight of which is not minimal (from 750 kilograms), but does not exceed the weight of the vehicle itself. The total weight of such a structure should not exceed 12 tons.

Please note that the trailer in this case cannot be intended for transporting passengers, but only for cargo, for example, luggage. It won’t hurt to know that if you have a D license, you can drive vehicles belonging to D1, and having a DE will allow you to drive D1E buses.

E

Deciphering the categories of the new driver's license allows us to say that classification E has been completely abolished and disappeared from this document. As you can see for yourself, all vehicles were simply distributed into other sections, for example, CE or BE, D1E or DE.

M

The category for mopeds and light ATVs was only introduced in November 2013. You can drive such vehicles if you have any other rights, and not just with this open classification. But neither the driver nor the tractor driver will be able to drive mopeds or scooters; he will need to open any other one of the above.

Tb and Tm

Previously, until 2020, the right to drive trams and trolleybuses, and this category concerns them specifically, could simply be found as a special mark, and there was no separate category for this. Now they are available, so you will have to get them if you are going to drive such transport.

In order to ensure that no one gets into an unpleasant situation, you need to clearly remember and know which vehicles you can drive specifically, and which it is better not to drive at all, even if you know how to drive them perfectly. To open any new category and some subcategories, you will have to undergo additional training at a driving school and pass exams as for the first time. Previously existing rights of a different qualification do not provide any advantages.

Cars

They are included in category "B". Passenger cars include cars whose weight is less than 3.5 tons. Moreover, they must have no more than 8 seats, with the exception of the driver’s seat. Owners of such vehicles can tow trailers with a permissible weight of up to 750 kg. Transportation of heavier trailers is also allowed. But in this case, their weight should not exceed the weight of the car without load, and together they should not weigh more than 3.5 tons. For transporting large trailers, it is advisable to open the “BE” category. In this case, their mass may be higher than the weight of an unloaded vehicle.

What are the categories of driver's licenses?

Information about the categories of vehicles that a driver can drive is indicated on the back of the driver's license. All categories established for vehicles are also listed there. But at the same time, those categories that are open to the driver are marked with a special mark. The validity period of these categories is also indicated on the back of the rights.

The table below provides (deciphered) information in a relatively simple form about the categories and subcategories of vehicles currently existing (in 2020) in the Russian Federation (the table, in fact, gives a decoding of the categories of driver’s licenses).

Categories of vehicles (driver's license with decoding)

Category _	Subcategory	Vehicles	Minima flax. age, years
A	—	Motorcycles	18
—	A1	Motorcycles with an engine not exceeding 125 cubic centimeters and a maximum power not exceeding 11 kilowatts	16
IN	—	Cars weighing no more than 3500 kg and seating no more than eight; Vehicles with a trailer (weighing no more than 750 kg), provided that the total weight of such a combination does not exceed 3500 kg	18
—	IN 1	Tricycles and quadricycles	18
BE	—	Vehicles with a trailer weighing more than 750 kg, provided that the total weight of such a combination exceeds 3500 kg	19
WITH	—	Vehicles weighing more than 3500 kg. Vehicles with a trailer weighing no more than 750 kg 18	18
—	C1	Cars whose weight exceeds 3500 kg, but does not exceed 7500 kg. Cars of subcategory C1 with a trailer weighing no more than 750 kg	18
—	C1E	Vehicles of subcategory C1 with a trailer weighing more than 750 kg, provided that the total weight of such a combination does not exceed 12,000 kg	19
SE	—	Category C vehicles with a trailer weighing more than 750 kilograms	19
D	—	Vehicles for the transport of passengers with more than eight seats. Vehicles with a trailer weighing no more than 750 kg	21
DE	—	Category D vehicles coupled to a trailer with a permissible maximum weight exceeding 750 kilograms. Articulated buses	22
—	D1	Vehicles for the transport of passengers with more than eight but not more than sixteen seats. Vehicles of subcategory D1 with a trailer weighing no more than 750 kg	21
—	D1E	Motor vehicles of subcategory D1 with a trailer that is not intended for the carriage of passengers, the mass of which exceeds 750 kg, but does not exceed the mass of the vehicle, provided that the total mass of such a combination does not exceed 12,000 kg	22
Tm	—	Trams	21
Tb	—	Trolleybuses	21
M	—	Mopeds and light quadricycles	16

Subgroup "B1"

It includes trikes and tricycles. Currently, ATVs are very popular. They do not fall under the B1 subcategory. The ATV is used to travel on public roads. According to GOST, this type of transport is considered an all-terrain vehicle. Its registration, training and obtaining a management permit are carried out according to the rules established by Rostechnadzor. As the breakdown of driver's license categories for tractor owners indicates, to operate an ATV you need a cat. "A I". It should not be confused with "A1". This category applies to a driver's license. To transport management cat. “B” and “B1” are allowed for persons over 18 years of age. It should open automatically if the exams are passed at “A” or “B”.

Driver's license categories for 2017-2018 with explanation

Let's take a closer look at the categories and subcategories. Let's start in order. How to decipher the categories in the new rights?

By the way, it wouldn’t hurt to know what documents are needed to replace a driver’s license in 2017-2018.

So, category “A” is motorcycles. Having received in your license a mark of approval to drive a category “A” vehicle, you can safely mount any motorcycle, including one with a sidecar (side trailer, as written in the traffic rules). Moreover, motorcycles can have more than just two wheels, but more on that a little later. Let’s just say that any motorized vehicle weighing no more than 400 kilograms falls under this category. According to the new rules, you can only drive a motorcycle if you are 18 years old.

Category A1 driver's license - what is it? The motorcycle category, in accordance with Russian legislation, has a subcategory: Subcategory “A1” - so-called light motorcycles. This included motorcycles and mopeds, the engine displacement of which is in the range of 50 cm3 - 125 cm3, and the power does not exceed 11 kW (that’s almost 15 hp). And you can get behind the wheel of such vehicles from the age of 16.

Category "B" - passenger cars. Let's say you want to get a category "B" license. What cars can you drive? Let's look at the law. These vehicles included vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tons, with no more than 8 seats in addition to the driver’s seat. Drivers with category “B” are allowed to tow trailers with a permissible weight of up to 750 kg. It is possible to transport trailers that are heavier (750 kilograms), but in this case the weight of the trailer should not exceed the weight of the car without load, and the total weight of such a road train should not exceed 3.5 tons. The “BE” subcategory already allows you to transport large trailers, for example, a motorhome or camper. The permissible weight of the trailer may already exceed the weight of the car without load, and the total weight of such a train may be more than 3500 kg.

A new category “B1” driver’s license has appeared. What is this? What does category B1 in driving license mean? What vehicles does it combine?

According to the B1 law, these are tricycles (motorcycles with three wheels, trikes) and quadricycles. ATVs, unfortunately, do not fall into this category. You need an ATV license. What category is this as of 2017? None on the car license. The quadricycle is designed for driving on public roads. According to GOST R 52008-2003, an ATV is an all-terrain vehicle. Registration of such equipment and obtaining rights to operate it is carried out at Rostechnadzor. From the decoding of the categories of tractor licenses it follows that you need “A I” (not to be confused with A1 of a car license). You can drive equipment of categories “B” and “B1” from the age of 18. In addition, “B1” will open for you automatically if you have passed the exams for categories “A” or “B”.

Category "C". Category “C” unites vehicles with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3500 kg. with the possibility of towing a trailer up to 750 kg. If you do not plan to drive a truck with a permissible maximum weight of more than 7.5 tons, subcategory “C1” . It allows you to drive a car with a weight in the range of 3500 – 7500 kg. You can drive cars of categories “C” and “C1” from 18 years of age.

the “CE” or “C1E” subcategory if the trailer weight exceeds this limit. But what if you have a large family and you can’t fit into a car? Let's say 8 places are not enough for you. Let's pay attention to category "D".

Category "D" - buses. Buses are cars whose sole purpose is to transport passengers. This category includes buses with more than 8 seats, excluding the driver's seat. Subcategory “D1” will be enough for the father of a large family planning a trip. He can afford up to 16 travel companions. However, you can only drive buses if you are 21 years old. And if there are a lot of things and the weight of the trailer exceeds 750 kilograms, you will have to take exams for the “DE” or “D1E” subcategory. And in order to obtain a driver’s license with categories with the index “E” (BE, CE, DE, B1E, C1E and D1E), you must have at least one year of experience driving the corresponding main category. The rules introduced new categories.

Now let’s look at what category M in rights means? Many people ask the question: what category of ATV license is needed in 2017?

So, Category “M” in the 2020 license allows you to drive mopeds and light quadricycles with an engine capacity of more than 50 cm3. The innovation should bring order to the roads when using these vehicles. Probably, many have witnessed accidents and accidents involving mopeds driven by children. Now you can drive a vehicle of category “M” only from 16 years of age. And drivers who have any other open category on their license can drive mopeds without exams. If previously the right to drive a tram and trolleybus was included in the driver’s license by writing in the “Special notes” column, then the new license has categories: Tm - Tram, Tb - Trolleybus. You can only drive these specific vehicles if you are 21 years old, just like buses.

Additionally

What categories of driver's license were previously missing? First and foremost is Fr. If equipped, you can drive light ATVs and mopeds with an engine volume of less than 50 cm3. At one time, the number of accidents on the roads involving drivers of these types of transport increased. This was primarily due to the fact that they did not require special training to operate them. Currently, you can drive light ATVs and mopeds with 16 hp. At the same time, citizens who have any other category in their license can drive this transport without exams. Another addition concerned trams and trolleybuses. As the decoding of driver's license categories indicates, these types of vehicles belong to category. Tm and Tb respectively. You can drive trams and trolleybuses from the age of 21.

How to get an additional clearance group?

To do this, you must undergo special training and successfully pass an exam. Training is carried out by driving schools that have a license, as well as a positive conclusion from the traffic police. The exam is carried out in three stages: theory and practice on a special site and city streets. For persons wishing to obtain categories “A” and “M” there are two stages. The cost of training will depend on the selected group.

Features of preparation

To obtain any category, you must attend classes and pass an exam upon completion. If a citizen drives a vehicle without the appropriate mark in the document, he may be held accountable. The fine for violation can be 5-15 thousand rubles. The most severe measure is considered to be deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle. Persons wishing to receive an additional group must take into account a number of nuances. For example, to open the DE category, you must have driving experience in category. D for at least a year. The situation is similar with other subgroups.

Replacement

A driver's license, the categories of which are presented in an expanded version, gives the vehicle owner more opportunities. There is no need to obtain an additional document. However, you will still have to undergo training and pass the exam. After completing the preparation, the citizen will receive a document. As for the package of papers, it is almost the same as for the case of replacing an identity card when changing a surname. Additionally, you must provide a medical report. It should be noted that since 2020, the procedure for undergoing the examination has changed, and the list of specialists who need to be visited has also expanded.

Last name change

Until 2014, women who got married and changed their last name could not change their driver’s license. It was enough to have a certificate issued by the civil registry office. The rules are currently quite strict. If personal data is changed, all documents containing previous information are considered invalid. In this regard, you need to make all corrections as quickly as possible and receive the correct papers. Otherwise, according to the law, the violator may be subject to a fine of 5-15 thousand rubles. In this case, a car whose driver has not changed his license will be sent to the impound lot. To obtain the proper document, you should contact the MREO. You need to have with you:

Statement. It is advisable to fill it out in advance.
Previous ID.
Passport.
Documents confirming the change of personal information. These papers are provided in originals.
Receipt.

It is recommended to first check that there are no fines for traffic violations. If unpaid sanctions are discovered, the certificate will not be issued. Law enforcement agencies also warn of liability for providing false medical certificates. Article 327 of the Criminal Code establishes punishment not only for producers of such documents, but also for persons using them. It is also worth considering that when changing your last name, you must obtain a different insurance card. The legislation does not establish any sanctions in case of delay of the certificate when replacing it. But if a citizen is stopped on the road with an invalid document, he faces an administrative penalty of 5-15 thousand rubles. and sending the car to the impound lot.

Where to contact?

You can replace your ID by contacting the MREO directly. It is worth saying that previously this could only be done at the address of registration or temporary registration. Today, you can replace your license at any traffic police department within Russia. Currently there is a unified information base. Accordingly, it does not matter in which region the certificate was issued or replaced. In addition, you can contact the MFC. This opportunity has become available to citizens since 2020. The advantage of contacting a multifunctional center is their greater accessibility. MFCs are located in almost every district, and their number significantly exceeds the number of traffic police departments. In addition, the Unified Portal of Public Services is available today. But in this case, you still have to visit the traffic police. The advantage of this method is that at the time of submitting the application, a specific time will be indicated at which you need to come to the MREO. ID replacement does not apply to free services. To receive the document, you will need to pay a state fee. In some cases, a certificate is also required. It is also issued for a fee. The duty, according to the provisions of the Tax Code, will be 2 thousand rubles. for a plastic ID.

Expert opinion

Many experts clearly state that the introduction of new categories and subcategories will improve the efficiency of the traffic police. Order on the road is the most important element of public safety. Nowadays, drivers have a wide range of categories to choose from. Driving a car with a trailer is much more difficult than driving without it. If a citizen does not plan to use such a vehicle, then he has no need to spend money on additional training. If the need arises to drive a car with a trailer, you can always open a new category. A wide range of groups greatly simplifies both studying and passing exams. Experts remind you of responsibility for violating federal legislation and traffic regulations and recommend promptly replacing your documents in the prescribed manner.

Decoding of all categories on a driver's license 2020

In recent years, the government has significantly expanded the list of driver license categories that allow you to drive various vehicles. In addition, there are also subcategories. Drivers who have received their license a long time ago can easily get confused in such a variety, which can lead to a large fine for driving a car without an open category.

What are your rights?

Not long ago, a new type of driver’s document appeared; it became smaller in size and more convenient. There is a color photograph on the front side; motorists wearing glasses must be photographed wearing them. There is also information about the driver, such as: full name, date and place of birth, when and by whom the license was issued, as well as the number. The categories opened by the driver are listed below, but more detailed information on them is located on the back of the document.

What are the categories?

On the back of the license there is a sign indicating all categories of transport available to the motorist. The very first category is “A”. It allows you to get behind the wheel of a motorcycle with or without a sidecar. The motorcycle must not exceed a weight of 400 kg and may have two, three or four wheels. An adult can obtain such a certificate. The next subcategory “A1” allows you to drive only light motorcycles with an engine capacity of up to 125 cm3. It can be opened at the age of 16. There is also a subcategory “M” - it allows you to ride small mopeds and quadricycles; to open it you need to pass it to any other category.

Next comes the most popular category - “B”, it gives the right to drive cars weighing up to 3.5 tons, the cabin of which can accommodate no more than 8 people. With this category you can haul trailers with a load capacity of no more than 750 kg. If you need to carry a larger load in a trailer, you will have to open an additional category - “Be”. There is also a category “B1” - it allows you to drive quadricycles and tricycles with an engine of no more than 50 cm3. You can get all these categories starting from adulthood.

Heavy equipment

The next category “C” allows you to drive vehicles whose weight can exceed 7.5 tons, most often these are large trucks. The regular category allows you to transport a small trailer with a carrying capacity of 750 kg; for more substantial trailers you need the “Ce” category. There are also subcategories “C1” and “C1e” - they differ in that they allow you to drive only “lighter” trucks, whose weight does not exceed 7.5 tons. You can obtain such rights upon reaching 18 years of age.

To become a bus driver, you need to open category “D” - it will allow you to drive cars with more than 16 seats. If you need to transport a large trailer, you will also have to open the “De” category. For those who are going to travel by small bus, the categories “D1” and “D1e” have been created. They allow you to control vehicles with a number of seats from 8 to 16, as well as a trailer up to 750 kg. These categories can be opened to anyone over 21 years of age.

If you decide to try yourself as a tram or trolleybus driver, you will have to take the “TV” and “TM” categories. Just like with the bus, only those who have already reached the age of 21 can do this.

Another opportunity to drive?

To get the right to drive more serious equipment than a passenger car, you will have to study again at a driving school and take all the exams again. Such a need may arise not only when the driver decides to get a job as a truck or bus driver. There are also those who buy large cars for personal use, for example, they buy a Sadko all-wheel drive truck to go hunting. You will have to retrain to get a motorcycle license, even if you already have category “B” on your license. It is also worth considering that you cannot immediately open the “e” subcategory, which allows you to drive a car with a large trailer; before that you need to drive for several years in the main category.

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