Translated with AI from the Russian original.
In Russia, drivers are now allowed to operate ATVs and buggies with standard car licenses. The new rules came into effect on July 7, 2026 — previously, separate license categories were required for such vehicles. The corresponding law was signed by President Vladimir Putin.
The document introduced amendments to the federal laws "On Self-Propelled Machines and Other Types of Equipment" and "On Road Safety."
Now, drivers with B, C, and D category licenses will be able to operate buggies and ATVs. Previously, this required special AI and AII category licenses for operating tractors and other self-propelled machines.
However, the new rules do not apply to all cases. To operate AII category vehicles, a driver must be over 19 years old and have at least one year of driving experience.
The changes came into force under the general rule — ten days after the publication of the law.
Category B allows driving passenger cars weighing up to 3.5 tons. Category C is for cargo vehicles weighing over 3.5 tons with a trailer of up to 750 kg allowed mass. Category D allows driving buses designed for more than eight passenger seats, as well as towing a small trailer.
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