Can a C1 driver's license operate agricultural vehicles?
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C1 driver's license can operate agricultural vehicles. Here are the relevant details: 1. Driving requirements: According to the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses', the permitted driving scope for C1 license includes small and mini passenger vehicles, light and mini cargo vehicles, light, small and mini special operation vehicles, with small passenger vehicles carrying no more than 9 people. 2. Vehicle types not permitted: large buses, tractors, city buses, medium buses, large trucks, ordinary three-wheel motorcycles, ordinary two-wheel motorcycles, light motorcycles, wheeled self-propelled machinery, trolleybuses, and trams.
Recently, while studying for my driver's license, I researched the regulations for a C1 license. It mainly applies to small cars and light trucks, but agricultural vehicles like tractors or harvesters fall under special vehicle categories and require a specialized G license or agricultural machinery license. The scope of a C1 license does not cover these vehicles due to their complex operation, heavy weight, and higher risks. If caught driving them without the proper license, you could face point deductions, fines, and even accidents or insurance claim rejections. I recommend fellow farmers to enroll in a proper driving school to obtain an agricultural machinery license—it's safer and compliant, giving peace of mind while working. I myself plan to take the time to sign up for training, as driving responsibilities are significant, and cutting corners can lead to trouble.
I've been farming in my hometown for many years and often drive various agricultural machinery. A C1 driver's license really isn't enough for farm vehicles - like my family's tractor, you need a G-class license. The regulations are set this way because agricultural machinery operation is different. C1 only covers light vehicles, while farm vehicles have strong power and can easily get out of control if driven by beginners, leading to accidents. My neighbor once tried driving a small three-wheeler with a C1 license, ended up getting fined and almost hurt someone. So it's better to be responsible - go apply for agricultural machinery training and get the specialized license. Never take risks, safety is more important than anything.
