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Do I need a Category B+E |
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You are OK on a Category 'B' car licence if the following applies If 'C' is equal to or less than 750Kg - and 'C' + 'B' is equal to or less than 4250Kg If 'C' more than 750Kg but less than 'A' - and 'C' + 'B' is equal to or less than
3500Kg You will need a 'B+E' car and trailer licence if the following applies If 'C' is more than 'A' If 'B' + 'C' is more than 4250kg Normally it is recommended that the Gross weight (MAM) of the trailer should not exceed 85% of your towing vehicle unladen weight, but you should never go over the manufacturers recommended towing weights for your vehicle Many 4x4 vehicles are able to tow greater weights, check your handbook for details. Your insurance may be invalid if you tow above the manufactures recommended towing weights, or tow vehicle combinations that are not covered by your licence. If you require further information please use the 'Enquiry form'
to contact the training centre and we will be please to help Please print form if required |
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Enter your own towing vehicle and trailer weights in the boxes marked A, B and C. all the required details should be found in the vehicle handbook or on the trailer manufactures weight plate |
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A Unladen kerbside weight of towing vehicle ______________ Kg |
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B MAM or Gross towing vehicle weight _______________ Kg |
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C MAM or Gross weight of trailer ____________ Kg |