You only have a Class B and D1 driving licence. Your bus has the following data: - empty mass 5,000 kg - permissible total mass 7,500 kg - permissible towed load 2,000 kg What is the permissible total mass of a trailer you are pulling?

In this scenario, you must understand the implications of your driving licence categories and the weights associated with your vehicle and trailer.

Under German traffic law, particularly § 2 Abs. 3 and § 3 Abs. 1 of the Fahrzeug-Zulassungsverordnung (Vehicle Registration Regulation), the permissible total mass of a trailer that you can tow is closely linked to the maximum weights outlined for your driving licence classes.

With a Class B licence, you can tow a trailer with a maximum permissible mass of 750 kg without restrictions. However, since your bus has a permissible total mass of 7,500 kg, which is under the limits provided for your class, adjustments need to consider any additional loads. The total weight of the bus and trailer must not exceed these limits.

To accurately determine the permissible total mass of a trailer you can pull, you need to account for the 2,000 kg permissible towed load while ensuring that the mass stays within the capacity of your Class B licence limitations. Therefore, it is crucial to select the option that reflects this combination of maximum limits when answering.

Understanding these rules helps ensure safe and legal operation on the road, preventing instances of overloading which can lead to severe penalties or accidents.