Can an A1 license drive a tractor-trailer?
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A1 license cannot drive a tractor-trailer. According to the "Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses": The A1 license is for large passenger vehicles, and the permitted vehicle types are: A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, M. Therefore, it cannot drive A2 tractors. The requirements for obtaining an A1 license are as follows: Vision and height: Above 155cm, naked eye or corrected vision must reach 5.0 or above on the logarithmic vision chart Hearing: Each ear must be able to hear a tuning fork at 50cm and distinguish the direction of the sound source Limbs: Both lower limbs must be sound and have normal motor function, with a length difference not exceeding 5cm. Both thumbs must be sound, and each hand must have at least three other sound fingers, with normal limb and finger motor function Torso and neck: No motor dysfunction Age: Between 26 and 50 years old (from November 20, 2020, between 22 and 60 years old)
I have an A1 driver's license and usually ride motorcycles, but when it comes to towing trailers, that's beyond my capability. According to the license regulations, A1 is only suitable for small vehicles like motorcycles or similar light vehicles and does not cover towing operations at all. Towing a trailer requires a higher-level license, such as an A2 or a heavy vehicle license, because trailers are heavy and have a long turning radius—without proper training, accidents are likely. I've seen people take the risk before, and the results were either rollovers or heavy fines from the police. I sincerely advise against acting impulsively; instead, go to a certified driving school to obtain the appropriate license—it's both safe and legal. Driving is no joke, especially when towing—the risks double, so don't gamble with your life.
