Fleet FAQ
Q:
What are the driving licence categories for vans and lorries?
A:
Medium-sized vehicles:
Category C1
You can drive vehicles weighing between 3,500 and 7,500kg (with a trailer up to 750kg).
Category C1+E
You can drive C1 category vehicles with a trailer over 750kg, but the trailer - when fully loaded - can’t weigh more than the vehicle.
The combined weight of both can’t exceed 12,000kg.
Large vehicles:
Category C
You can drive vehicles over 3,500kg (with a trailer up to 750kg).
Category C+E
You can drive category C vehicles with a trailer over 750kg.
Source: GOV.UK