A tractor is a self-propelled machine, which is used for various purposes in agriculture, construction, utilities and other industries. To operate a tractor, you must have a special tractor driver license, which is issued by Gostekhnadzor authorities. In this article, we will tell, what categories of rights to a tractor exist, what are the requirements and conditions necessary to receive them?, and how to go through the process of studying and passing exams. 
Categories of rights to a tractor
Tractor rights are divided into 9 category, depending on the type and characteristics of the self-propelled vehicle:
- A I - for driving all-terrain vehicles, snow and swamp vehicles, snowmobiles (motor vehicles, not intended for driving on public roads or having a maximum design speed 50 km/h or less);
- A II - for controlling all-terrain vehicles (off-road vehicles, the permissible maximum weight of which does not exceed 3,5 tons and the number of seats which, not including driver's seat, does not exceed 8);
- A III – for controlling special-purpose all-terrain vehicles, mining dump trucks (off-road vehicles, the permissible maximum weight of which exceeds 3,5 tons, with the exception of those belonging to category AIV);
- A IV - for driving shift and platform buses (off-road vehicles, intended for the carriage of passengers and having, besides the driver's seat, more 8 seats);
- B - for controlling mini-excavators, tractors, municipal cleaning machines (tracked and wheeled vehicles with engines up to 25,7 kW);
- C - for controlling tractors, backhoe loaders (wheeled vehicles with engines ranging from 25,7 to 110,3 kW);
- D - for controlling tractors, pneumatic tractors (wheeled vehicles with engines with power exceeding 110,3 kW);
- E - for controlling bulldozers and excavators (tracked vehicles with engines with power over 25,7 kW);
- F - for controlling agricultural machinery (self-propelled agricultural machines).
If you decide buy a tractor license consider, each category of tractor license has its own age requirements, medical indications, validity period and cost.
Requirements for obtaining a tractor license
To obtain a license for a tractor, you must meet the following requirements:
- Age. Depending on the category of rights, age restrictions may vary. The minimum age to obtain a tractor license is 16 years old (category A I). For category B, C, E, F — 17 years old. For category D — 18 years old. For categories A II, And Ii - 19 years old. For category A IV - 22 of the year.
- Medical report. To obtain a license to drive a tractor, you must undergo a medical examination and obtain a certificate of authorization to operate a self-propelled machine.. The certificate must be issued by a medical commission, accredited by Gostekhnadzor. The certificate must confirm that the candidate has no diseases, interfering with the control of equipment, such as: diseases of the cardiovascular system, nervous system, organs of vision, hearing, musculoskeletal system, respiratory system, mental disorders, drug addiction, alcoholism and others.
- Training and exams. To obtain a license to drive a tractor, you must undergo training at a specialized educational institution., having a license for educational activities and accreditation of Gostekhnadzor. The training includes a theoretical and practical course on the basics of equipment management, traffic rules, safety and other disciplines. After training you must pass two exams: theoretical and practical. The theoretical exam consists of a test on traffic rules and the specifics of operating equipment. The practical exam consists of testing the driver’s ability to operate equipment on a special site or in real conditions..
Cost and validity period of tractor licenses
The cost and validity period of a tractor license depend on the category of license and region of residence.. Average, the cost of studying at an educational institution ranges from 10 to 30 thousand rubles. The cost of a medical examination ranges from 500 to 1500 rubles. The cost of the state duty for issuing a license to a tractor is 800 rubles.
The validity period of a tractor license also depends on the category of license. For categories A I, A II, And Ii, A IV, B, C, D, E rights apply 10 years old. For category F, rights apply 5 years old. After expiration, the right must be renewed, having passed the second