What Driver's License is Required to Operate a Concrete Mixer Truck?
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Operating a concrete mixer truck requires a B2 driver's license. The new version of the motor vehicle driver's license categorizes the permitted vehicle types as follows: A1 (large buses), A2 (towing vehicles), A3 (city buses), B1 (medium-sized buses), B2 (large trucks), C1 (small cars), C2 (small automatic transmission cars), C3 (low-speed trucks), C4 (three-wheeled cars). The permitted vehicle types and their corresponding codes are as follows: 1. Large Bus A1 license allows driving large passenger vehicles. Other permitted vehicle types: A3, B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4. 2. Towing Vehicle A2 license allows driving heavy and medium-sized full trailers and semi-trailers. Other permitted vehicle types: B1, B2, C1, C2, C3, C4. 3. Medium-sized Bus B1 license allows driving medium-sized passenger vehicles. Other permitted vehicle types: C1, C2, C3, C4. 4. Large Truck B2 license allows driving heavy and medium-sized cargo vehicles, as well as large, heavy, and medium-sized special operation vehicles. Other permitted vehicle types: C1, C2, C3, C4.
To legally operate a mixer truck, you need a heavy vehicle driver's license. In China, the B2 license is specifically designed for such heavy-duty vehicles. A mixer truck is no ordinary car—it typically weighs over ten tons, and the rotating drum adds extra risks, so the license must cover large trucks. Obtaining a B2 license requires time for both theoretical and practical training, from reverse parking to actual road tests. Special attention is needed for mixer trucks due to their high center of gravity—take turns slowly to avoid tipping. With years of experience in automotive research, I advise against using a regular car license for this; getting caught by traffic police could mean fines, points deducted, or even license suspension—big trouble. Always check tires and brakes before driving, perform regular maintenance, and prioritize safety on the road.
