Heavy Rigid (HR) Truck Licence Brisbane

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

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Heavy Rigid Truck Licence Course Overview

  • A bus or truck (including a prime mover or a mobile crane) over 8t GVM with more than 2 axles.
  • An articulated bus (a bus that can bend in the middle).
    Note: You may also tow a trailer with maximum weight of 9t GVM.

Heavy Rigid One Day Course

  • Get your Heavy Rigid (HR) license in just one day through our intensive, skill-focused course, designed to prepare you for driving larger vehicles with ease. Ideal for individuals aiming to operate heavy trucks and buses confidently and professionally.

Eligibility for your Heavy Rigid Truck Licence

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 or higher class more then two years than you don’t need to wait two years to upgrade your licence from Car to Heavy Rigid.

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Heavy Rigid Licence Price or HR Truck Licence Cost

  • The price of HR Licence in Brisbane is $130 per hour.
  • The complete package of HR Licence starts from $660* (Terms & Conditions apply), which includes lessons and a driving test.
  • We can provide a truck just for the test for $450.
 

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about getting your Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence in Brisbane.

1. What vehicles can I drive with a Heavy Rigid Licence?

You can drive buses or trucks over 8 tonnes GVM with 3 or more axles, including articulated buses and mobile cranes.

2. Can I tow a trailer with an HR Licence?

Yes. You may tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 9 tonnes GVM.

3. How long does it take to get a Heavy Rigid Licence?

Our intensive one-day course can prepare most drivers to complete training and testing successfully.

4. What is the cost of an HR Licence in Brisbane?

Training starts from $130 per hour, with complete packages from $660 (including lessons and test).

5. Do I need my own truck for the HR test?

No. We provide modern HR trucks for training and tests. If you only need a truck for the test, we can provide one for $450.

6. What are the eligibility requirements for an HR Licence?

You must hold a car or lower-class heavy vehicle licence for 1–2 years, depending on your current licence. Overseas heavy vehicle licence holders may be exempt from waiting periods.

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