Vehicle Categories & Licence Requirements

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Guide: Driving Licence Categories (AM, A1, B1, B)

This guide covers the licence categories most relevant to the Italian B licence exam. Each section includes age requirements and vehicle parameters.

Quick Reference Table

CategoryMin AgeVehiclesKey Limit
AM14Mopeds, Light Quads≤ 50cc, ≤ 45 km/h
A116Light Motorcycles, Tricycles≤ 125cc, ≤ 11 kW
B116Non-Light Quadricycles≤ 15 kW
B18Cars, Vans, Trailers≤ 3,500 kg
AMMopeds & Light Quadricycles

Minimum Age: 14 years

A1Light Motorcycles & Motor Tricycles

Minimum Age: 16 years

B1Non-Light Quadricycles

Minimum Age: 16 years

BStandard Motor Vehicles

Minimum Age: 18 years

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