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Heavy-Duty Vehicle

Distinct from light vehicles (up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight rating), heavy-duty vehicles are motor vehicles exceeding 3.5 t, designed for commercial cargo or passenger transport on a larger scale.

Last updated: 10 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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Distinct from light vehicles (up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight rating), heavy-duty vehicles are motor vehicles exceeding 3.5 t, designed for commercial cargo or passenger transport on a larger scale. In the EU and Switzerland, they are often categorized by weight class (rigid trucks up to 12 t, articulated units up to 40 t). Operators require special driving licences (Class C/E) and must comply with regulations governing driving hours, speed limits, and technical safety features (e.g., ABS, lane departure warning systems).

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