What are the requirements for driving a tractor head?
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To drive a tractor head, you need an A2 driver's license. Functions of an A2 driver's license: An A2 driver's license allows you to drive heavy and medium-duty full trailers, semi-trailer motor vehicle combinations, as well as vehicles under B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4, and M categories. Conditions that disqualify you from applying for an A2 license: Being involved in a traffic accident resulting in death with equal or greater responsibility; committing a major traffic crime while driving under the influence of alcohol; having your driver's license revoked or rescinded for drunk driving within the past ten years; having your driver's license legally rescinded within the past three years; history of drug use or long-term dependence on psychotropic substances within the past three years; or being colorblind (red-green) are all conditions that disqualify you from applying for an A2 driver's license.
When I first learned to drive a truck, I went through a lot. First, I had to check the license requirements. Driving a tractor-trailer usually requires a B2 or A2 license, with a minimum age of 18, and you must pass a physical examination, including vision tests and a health certificate. I enrolled in a driving school for training, which covered theoretical traffic rules and practical driving exercises, focusing on reversing and heavy-load handling. After passing the exams, I still needed to accumulate practical experience, as many companies require a clean accident record or a driving log. Driving a truck is not like driving a car—you have to endure long-distance fatigue, so I recommend practicing physical stamina management in advance and taking regular breaks to prevent fatigue driving. Take it step by step, don’t rush.
