Vehicles weighing up to 7.5 tonnes can be driven by anyone with a C1 driver's licence. Drivers can only operate C1 rigid vehicles after passing the 7.5 tonne C1 exam. You must additionally pass the C1+E test in order to operate a C1 vehicle with a trailer weighing more than 750 kg. 

Those looking for work with local delivery companies may find the C1 licence particularly helpful, as many of these businesses use 7.5 tonne vehicles to deliver their goods. The C1 licence cost depends from agency to agency, so make sure to choose the best one for you. 

Some Essential Advantages of Having C1 a Driving Licence

• Since the test only requires a van and not a lorry, you might not need as many hours of coaching. 
• Because the car is smaller than the truck, passing the test ought to be simpler. 
• Instead of requiring a CAT C licence, several firms just require a C1 licence for their drivers.

Some of the C1 Licence Exemptions Are

Drivers who obtained their Category B (automobile) licence prior to January 1, 1997, are eligible for acquired rights, which are also known as grandfather rights. This indicates that these drivers are not required to take any further tests because they already have C1 entitlement on their licence. 

A new C1 test must be taken in order to obtain the C1 licence for individuals who passed their driving exam after January 1997, as they will not have been awarded the C1 licence.  

How Long Does it Take to Complete C1 Driver Training?

• Although the practical training portion only takes a week to finish, the entire procedure frequently takes six to eight weeks, depending on a number of variables.
• First, the validity of your provisional depends on how quickly the DVLA returns your licence following the completion of your medical examination; this process often takes 2-4 weeks. Don't panic, though; you can use this time to study for your theory and hazard perception.
• You will be scheduled for the theory tests after your licence is returned; the time frame for this depends on the place you have selected, but it typically takes two weeks. 
• After clearing your theory, you would next schedule the practical training and exams, which would take place two to three weeks later.

Frequently Asked Questions

In the UK, What is a Full Driving Licence?

You can drive with L plates and under the supervision of a qualified driver if you have a temporary licence. You can drive unattended with a full licence and L plates.

What is a Class C Licence in the UK?

Drivers with a category C licence can operate vehicles weighing more than 3.5 tonnes, although they are limited to 32 tonnes. A vehicle with a cab and trailer that are permanently attached together is normally covered by a Category C licence, sometimes known as a Class 2 licence. Put another way, a rigid vehicle or what we would refer to as a "standard lorry."

What is Category C1 Licence UK?

Vehicles with a maximum authorised mass (MAM) of 3,500 to 7,500 kg are legal to drive (with a caravan of up to 750 kg).

How do I get a C1 Licence UK?

To apply for a C1 driving licence, you must pass three theory exams. These consist of a case study, a hazard perception test, and a multiple-choice test. There are 100 multiple-choice questions about heavy vehicle driving safety and proficiency in the test. The necessary passing score is 85 out of 100.