Driver License Classifications in Texas

In Texas there are four main classifications for driving privileges in the State of Texas. Each of these classifications require a certain level of competency on the roadway and require different testing. The classifications of driving privileges are listed below. The holder of a valid driver’s license may drive all vehicles in the class for which that license is issued, and all lesser classes of vehicles except motorcycles and mopeds.

Class A Driver License

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A class a driver license permits a person to drive any vehicle or combination of vehicles with a gross combination weigh t rating of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the gross vehicle weight rating of the vehicle(s) being towed is more than 10,000 pounds.

A Commercial driver’s license is required for operation of vehicles used to transport passengers or property if the motor vehicle:

(1) Has a gross combination weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds inclusive of a towed unit with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 10,000 pounds;

(2) Has a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 or more pounds;

(3) Is designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver; or

(4) Is transporting hazardous materials and is required to be placarded in accordance with 49 C. F. R. Part 172, Subpart F.

Class B Driver License

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A class b driver license permits a person to drive:

(1) A single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, and any such vehicle towing either a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating that does not exceed 10,000 pounds or a farm trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating that does not exceed 20,000 pounds; and

(2) A bus with a seating capacity of 24 passengers or more, including the driver.

Class C Driver License

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A class c driver license permits a person to drive:

(1) A single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of less than 26,001 pounds, or any such vehicle towing either a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating that does not exceed 10,000 pounds or a farm trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating that does not exceed 20,000 pounds; and

(2) A bus with a seating capacity of less than 24 passengers, including the driver.