Everything important about the theory test for category G (tractor / agricultural and works motor vehicles) in Switzerland: requirements, test format and tips for preparation.
Overview
Category G is a special category for certain motor vehicles (e.g. works motor vehicles and tractors) with a top speed of up to 45 km/h. For the learner's permit, a simplified basic theory is usually required.
Official requirements: you'll find the binding conditions and the official steps here: The way to your driving licence
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👤 Who needs the theory test?
- Everyone who wants to obtain a learner's permit / driving licence cat. G.
- Typically from 16 years for works motor vehicles/tractors up to 45 km/h (depending on the vehicle type, also from 18).
🚜 Which vehicles belong to cat. G?
Category G includes, among others, works motor vehicles, tractors, motorised carts and agricultural vehicles (depending on the classification) – typically up to 45 km/h.
Important: you'll always find the exact classification and the official details, up to date, at: The way to your driving licence.
📝 Test format (simplified basic theory)
For cat. G, the simplified basic theory is tested. 40 questions are asked, with 45 minutes of test time.
In all cantons the pass threshold applies: passed with at least 108 points (out of 120) within 45 minutes.
📘 Content: this is what comes up in the cat. G theory
- 🚦 Traffic rules: right of way, signs, markings, behaviour at intersections
- 🧭 Behaviour: correct lane selection, turning, visibility/observation
- 👀 Hazard awareness: braking distance, weather, visibility conditions, risk situations
- ⚙️ Basic knowledge of technology & safety: vehicle condition, lighting, safe behaviour in traffic
🧠 Tips for preparation
- Practise regularly in short units (10–15 minutes).
- Do several complete run-throughs of the questions so that you get test routine.
- Focus on right of way, signs and hazards – these are the most common stumbling blocks.
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❓ FAQ
Is cat. G a normal basic theory like for the car?
For cat. G a simplified basic theory is required (not identical to the basic theory of cat. A1/A/B).
How many questions are in the test?
For the simplified basic theory (cat. G), 40 questions are tested, with 45 minutes of time.
Where can I see the official requirements (age, steps, category distinction)?
On The way to your driving licence you'll find the binding details (asa integrated).
