Can a Class B License Drive a C1 Vehicle?
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Class B license can drive the vehicle types permitted for Class C1. Here are the detailed explanations: Vehicle types permitted for Class B license: Class B license includes B1 and B2. Among them, the B1 driver's license permits driving medium-sized passenger vehicles with a length not exceeding 6 meters and a seating capacity of 10 (inclusive) to 19 (inclusive) people. Other permitted vehicle types include C1, C2, C3, C4, and M. The B2 driver's license permits driving heavy-duty, medium-duty trucks or large, heavy, and medium-duty special-purpose vehicles. Other permitted vehicle types include C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, and M. Class C1 license: The vehicle types permitted for Class C1 license include small and mini passenger vehicles, as well as light, mini trucks, and light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles. Other permitted vehicle types include C2 and C3.
I got my Class B license two years ago, and now I have no issues driving small vehicles. I chose Class B at the time because it covers the scope of C1, meaning I can drive all kinds of small cars. The instructor taught me that both manual and automatic household vehicles are easy to handle. In fact, when taking the driving test, you learn the rules—for example, Class B training includes small vehicle operation, so driving feels quite natural. The only thing to note is not to relax on safety just because you're a large vehicle driver. The driving feel between small and large vehicles is different, especially in congested urban areas where speed control requires extra caution. In short, driving C1 vehicles with a Class B license is both legal and practical. I often use it for travel, and it’s very convenient—no additional tests are needed.
