Can a C1 Driver's License Operate a 4.2-Meter Truck?
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Yes, a C1 driver's license can operate light and small trucks with a total mass below 4500KG and a vehicle length under 6 meters. Below are detailed explanations regarding the C1 driver's license: 1. Vehicle Types Permitted by C1 License: According to regulations, the C1 license allows driving small vehicles, including small/micro passenger cars and light/micro trucks, as well as light/small/micro special operation vehicles and vehicle types permitted by C2, C3, and C4 licenses. 2. Vehicle Types Prohibited by C1 License: The C1 license does not permit driving motorcycles, which would result in a 12-point deduction and a fine. Additionally, vehicles like extended sedans over 6 meters requiring yellow license plates are also not permitted to be driven with a C1 license.
This is a question I often get asked by friends, and I was quite confused when I first got my driver's license. According to regulations, a C1 license does allow you to drive a 4.2-meter truck, but there's a key condition: it must have a blue license plate. Blue-plate trucks fall under the category of light-duty trucks, which require the total vehicle length to be less than 6 meters and the gross weight not to exceed 4.5 tons. A 4.2-meter truck generally fits within this standard and is quite common for urban deliveries. However, it's important to pay attention to the license plate color. If it's a 4.2-meter truck with a yellow plate, it's classified as a medium-duty truck and requires a B2 license. I encountered this situation when delivering packages, so I recommend checking the vehicle's registration certificate to confirm the model and avoid penalties for unlicensed driving.
