Heavy Rigid Truck Licence

HR Licence allows you to drive a bus or truck with 3 or more axles, greater than 8 tonnes GVM.

HR Licence Brisbane

Heavy Rigid Licence Course Overview

Many larger utilities and commercial trucks require this Heavy Rigid Licence, as well as buses and rigid vehicles. It licenses you to drive a motor vehicle over four point five tons with more than two axles. The vehicle may also carry more than twelve passengers including the driver.

  • A bus or truck (including a prime mover or a mobile crane) more than 4.5 t GVM with more than 2 axles.
  • A specially constructed vehicle, including a tractor (more than 4.5t GVM with more than 2 axles).

You need a class heavy rigid licence to drive a bus over 4.5 t GVM which is built or fitted to carry more than 12 adults (including the driver).

Note: You may also tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 9t GVM with this class.

    • To apply for your Heavy Rigid class licence, you must:
    • Must have held a class C for at least two years.
    • Be at least 18 years of age.
    • Provide primary proof of identification prior to course commencement.
    • Be able to drive a car with a manual transmission.

Eligibility for Heavy Rigid Licence In Brisbane

Current Licence

  • Car
  • Car
  • Light Rigid or Medium Rigid
  • Medium Rigid or Heavy Rigid
  • Heavy Rigid or Heavy Combination

Minimum Time

  • 1 Year
  • 2 Year
  • 1 Year
  • 1 Year
  • 1 Year

Next Higher Licence

  • Light Rigid to Medium Rigid
  • Heavy Rigid
  • Heavy Rigid
  • Heavy Combination
  • Multi Combination

*These conditions may vary.

Example: If you hold valid overseas licences for heavy rigid licences or higher class for more than two years, then you don’t need to wait for two years to upgrade your licence from Car to HR Licence.

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HR Licence Price

  • We charge $130 per hour for flexible, pay-as-you-go HR licence training.
  • The complete package of HR Licence in Brisbane starts from $660* (Terms & Conditions apply), which includes lessons and a driving test.
  • We can provide HR truck for HR licence training just for the test for $450.

HR Licence Training and Assessment In Brisbane

You can also take an online practice test. There are different tests for different licence classes.

HR Licence FAQs

1. How much does an HR licence cost in Queensland?

Our full package starts at $660. Costs may vary up to $3,500 depending on training type and gearbox option.

2. What are the eligibility requirements for an HR licence?

You must be 18+ years old, hold a C class licence for 2+ years, pass an eyesight test, and provide a medical certificate if required.

3. What types of HR licences are available?

Options include:

  • Condition A – Automatic only
  • Condition B – Synchromesh or automatic
  • Unrestricted – All gearbox types

4. How do I book training and the test?

Book online or by phone. We include theory, driving lessons, and test scheduling with QLD Transport.

5. What’s included in the Licence-in-a-Day course?

4 hours of training and a test (for auto or synchromesh). Full-day or multi-day options available from $995 to $2,300.

6. Can I hire just the truck for the test?

Yes, truck and test hire is available from $450 for experienced drivers.

7. How many lessons will I need?

Most learners need:

  • 3–6 hours for auto/synchromesh
  • 10–12 hours for Road Ranger

8. What can I drive with an HR licence?

You can drive rigid vehicles (3+ axles, over 8t GVM), trailers up to 9t, and articulated buses.

9. Who should get an HR licence?

Ideal for careers in logistics, public transport, construction, and waste management.

10. What is the hourly rate for training?

We offer $130/hour for flexible, pay-as-you-go training.

11. What should I study for the theory test?

Focus on road rules, load restraint, fatigue, signage, and vehicle dimensions. We provide practice tests.