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What Lorry Can I Drive on a Car Licence?
What vehicles can you drive on a standard UK car licence? Up to 3.5 tonnes on Category B. Pre-1997 C1 entitlement explained.
A standard car licence (Category B) allows you to drive vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes. This guide explains exactly what you can and cannot drive, the rules for pre-1997 licence holders, and how to upgrade to C1 or Category C.
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