Can a C2 license holder drive a C3 vehicle?

[LaReagan]

Vehicles that require a C3 driver's license are not allowed to be driven by someone with a C2 license. A C2 license holder can only drive small and micro automatic passenger cars, as well as light and micro automatic cargo vehicles. A small automatic car refers to an automatic transmission vehicle with a total mass not exceeding 4.5 tons, seating capacity not exceeding 9 people, and a length not exceeding 6 meters. However, holders of a C2 driver's license cannot drive manual transmission vehicles. Generally, sedans, SUVs, MPVs, minivans, and small trucks or agricultural vehicles that meet the above standards fall under the driving scope of a C1 license. Additionally, a C1 license holder can also drive vehicles permitted under C2 (small automatic cars), C3 (low-speed cargo vehicles), and C4 (three-wheeled vehicles). Different licenses allow driving the following vehicles: A1 license holders can drive large passenger vehicles and are also permitted to drive vehicles under the following categories: B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M. A2 license holders can drive heavy and medium-sized full or semi-trailer vehicles and are also permitted to drive vehicles under the following categories: B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M. A3 license holders can drive urban buses with a capacity of 10 or more passengers and are also permitted to drive vehicles under the following categories: C1, C2, C3, and C4. B1 license holders can drive medium-sized passenger vehicles (including urban buses with a capacity of 10 to 19 passengers) and are also permitted to drive vehicles under the following categories: C1, C2, C3, C4, and M. B2 license holders can drive heavy and medium-sized cargo vehicles and are also permitted to drive vehicles under the following categories: C1, C2, C3, and C4. C1 license holders can drive small and micro passenger vehicles and are also permitted to drive vehicles under the following categories: C2, C3, and C4. C2 license holders can drive small and micro automatic passenger cars and light and micro automatic cargo vehicles. C3 license holders can drive low-speed cargo vehicles (originally four-wheel agricultural transport vehicles) and C4 vehicles. C4 license holders can drive three-wheeled vehicles (originally three-wheel agricultural transport vehicles). D license holders can drive three-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement greater than 50ml or a maximum design speed greater than 50km/h, and are also permitted to drive vehicles under categories E and F. E license holders can drive two-wheeled motorcycles with an engine displacement greater than 50ml or a maximum design speed greater than 50km/h, and F category vehicles. F license holders can drive motorcycles with an engine displacement less than or equal to 50ml and a maximum design speed less than or equal to 50km/h. M license holders can drive wheeled self-propelled machinery. N license holders can drive trolleybuses. P license holders can drive trams. A driver's license refers to a legal document issued by the authorities after a person has learned the traffic regulations and driving skills and passed the required tests, permitting them to drive certain types of motor vehicles. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain skills, and without these skills, driving can lead to traffic accidents. Generally, people without a license cannot drive on public roads. For those who have mastered safe driving skills, the document that permits them to drive is the "driver's license," indicating that it is a "permit."

[NathanMarie]

I've been driving for almost twenty years and know the driver's license rules inside out. The C2 license is specifically for small automatic transmission cars and cannot be used to drive C3 low-speed trucks. This is because the two types of vehicles are vastly different: C2 cars are light and agile, while C3 vehicles are heavy and slow, requiring different skills and experience to operate. The law states that the driver's license must match the vehicle type—don’t think you can get away with driving illegally. If caught by traffic police, you could face fines of several hundred yuan and points deducted, or even have your license revoked in severe cases. I’ve personally seen inexperienced drivers cause accidents by operating the wrong vehicle, harming innocent people and regretting it too late. Safety is the top priority. If you really want to drive a C3 vehicle, don’t cut corners—just take the C3 license test. It’s not difficult; spend some time learning, and you’ll even improve your driving skills. Regularly check traffic regulations or consult professional instructors to avoid major losses for minor gains.