Which class of commercial vehicle does a Commercial Junior Operator License permit you to operate?

A Commercial Junior Operator License in Connecticut allows individuals to operate a variety of vehicles, specifically Class A, B, or C vehicles, but with certain restrictions based on the license type.

Class A vehicles typically include combinations of vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the vehicle being towed has a GVWR of more than 10,000 pounds. Class B vehicles, on the other hand, are single vehicles with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more, while Class C vehicles cover smaller vehicles that do not meet the criteria for Classes A or B but may carry hazardous materials or transport more than 16 passengers.

The key aspect is that the Commercial Junior Operator License is designed for individuals who are still in training, which imposes certain limitations on the operation of these vehicles, such as driving under certain conditions and with specific supervision requirements. This flexibility in vehicle classes is intended to prepare new drivers for various scenarios they may encounter in the commercial driving sector.

Options that limit the scope to only certain vehicle classes or specific types such as dump trucks and tankers do not capture the full range of permissible vehicles under the Junior Operator License, making them less accurate.