Readers ask: What License Do I Need To Drive A Grain Tractor On The Road?

Can you drive tractors on the road?

While a tractor’s natural habitat may be in a farm field, many people ask: Are tractors allowed on the road? It’s a valid question as the often slow-moving machines can take up a lot of space on two-lane public pavement. The simple answer is, yes, they are allowed.

Can you drive an old tractors on the road?

Agricultural tractors require a category F licence to drive on the public road. Other, non- tractor agricultural motor vehicles require a category B licence, and you must also be over 21 years old to drive these.

Can LMV license drive tractor?

The Delhi High Court has reiterated that a licence issued to drive Light Motor Vehicles (LMVs) includes authorization to drive transport vehicle (commercial vehicle), including a tractor, and what matters is that the gross vehicle weight or the unladen weight of the vehicle should not exceed 7,500 kg.

Does a tractor need road tax?

Vehicles exempt from vehicle tax. If you own a vehicle such as a tractor, this can fall under that umbrella and can qualify as road tax exempt as long as it is not registered with the DVLA, or if a Statutory Off Road Notification (SORN) is made.

How far can I drive a tractor on the road?

There is no set distance limit on how far a tractor can travel so long as it fulfills the criteria above. However, an agricultural tractor is defined as one which cannot exceed 25mph. As this high-speed tractor will travels at speeds greater than 25mph it may not fit the classification of an agricultural tractor.

When can you drive a tractor on the road?

You can get a provisional licence for a tractor or specialist vehicle at 16, but you cannot practise driving them on the road until you ‘re 17. The only exception is when you ‘re driving to or from your practical driving test. You must be accompanied by a qualified driver if the vehicle was made with a passenger seat.

Do I need insurance to drive my tractor on the road?

In certain circumstances, there is no legal requirement to insure, MOT or even tax a tractor that is purely used for agricultural purposes on your own land. However, given how important your tractor is to your livelihood and the damage it could do to someone else’s property, tractor insurance is still a very good idea.

Can I drive a JCB Fastrac on a car Licence?

The driver would require a Category C+E licence. As a locomotive the Fastrac would be restricted to a maximum speed of 40 mph on motorways and 30 mph on other roads unless there is a lower maximum speed limit in force.

Do tractors have to pull over by law?

The Highway Code, rule 169 states ‘ Do not hold up a long queue of traffic, especially if you are driving a large or slow-moving vehicle. Essentially, there is no specific law that dictates a tractor driver must pull over to allow traffic to pass.

What are the vehicles comes under LMV?

Driving License Categories in India

License Class	Vehicle Type
LMV	Light motor vehicles including motorcars, jeeps, taxis, delivery vans
HMV	Heavy Motor Vehicles
HGMV	Heavy Goods Motor Vehicle
HPMV/HTV	Heavy passenger motor vehicle /Heavy transport vehicle

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What is included in LMV?

MC EX50CC (Motorcycle more than 50cc) — motorcycles, light motor vehicle, and cars. Motorcycles/Scooters of any engine capacity, with or without gears with an engine capacity of 50cc or more (old category). LMV -TR (Light Motor Vehicle—Transport) — for commercial transportation including light goods carrier.

Which type of vehicle comes under LMV?

Driving Licence Categories and Class of Vehicles in India

Licence Class	Vehicle Type
LMV-NT	Vehicles like jeep and motor cars fall under the Light Motor Vehicle Category but these are of non-transport class.
FVG	Vehicles without gears fall under this category like scooters and mopeds.

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How fast can a tractor go on the road?

The fact there is now a tractor which can go 80 mph is in stark contrast to the past with many farm tractors. Most farmers have had tractors with maybe a top speed of 20- 25 mph.

What is a Category B Licence?

The category B licence lets you drive a motor vehicle with a maximum weight of up to 3,500kg, it can’t have more than eight passenger seats. If you want to use a trailer the most it can weigh without additional hassle is 750kg.

What can you drive with a category F Licence?

agricultural tractors ( category F ) mowing machines or pedestrian-controlled vehicles ( category K) Exemptions

• a tractor or specialist vehicle off the public road (there are age limits)
• pedestrian-controlled mowing machines ( you must be at least 16)
• electric bikes.
• mobility scooters or powered wheelchairs.