Category C1+E Licence
A Category C1+E licence allows you to drive medium-sized goods vehicles weighing between 3,500kg and 7,500kg, with a trailer over 750kg — provided the combined Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) does not exceed 12,000kg. This licence is ideal for drivers who need to tow larger loads such as horseboxes, mobile workshops, or commercial trailers, while maintaining the flexibility of smaller vehicle categories.
Who Needs a C1+E Licence?
You’ll benefit from a C1+E licence if you:
Tow a large trailer behind a C1 vehicle (e.g. mobile units or horseboxes)
Work in logistics, recovery, or utilities where towing heavier equipment is required
Want the freedom to drive medium-weight vehicles with trailers safely and legally
For Drivers Who Passed their Car Test After 1 January 1997
If you passed your car test on or after 1 January 1997, you don’t automatically receive C1 or C1+E entitlement. We’ve made it easy to understand with our ‘Route to the Road’ flowchart, guiding you every step of the way.
For Drivers Who Passed their Car Test Before 1 January 1997
If you passed your car driving test before 1 January 1997, you likely have C1 and C1+E entitlements automatically through ‘grandfather rights.’
However, your C1+E licence may include a 107 restriction, limiting the combined weight of vehicle and trailer to 8,250kg.
To remove this restriction and gain the full C1+E entitlement (up to 12,000kg), you’ll need to follow the same process as post-1997 drivers.
If you intend to drive professionally, you’ll also need a Driver CPC (DQC) — which can be achieved in one of two ways:
Initial CPC (Modules 2 & 4, includes testing), or
Periodic CPC – 35 hours (5 days) of classroom-based training with no exams required
Why Get a C1+E Licence?
✅ Drive heavier combinations up to 12,000kg
💼 Qualify for more commercial driving roles
🚛 Ideal for towing large trailers or specialist vehicles
🎯 A stepping stone toward your full HGV (Category C or C+E) licence
Ready to Start? Build Your Training Package
At JLD, we make upgrading your licence simple and flexible. You can build your own C1+E training package to suit your experience, goals, and schedule.
