LR - Light Rigid
- Small trucks with a gross vehicle mass (GVM) of up to 8 tonnes.
- Any towed trailer must not weigh more than 9 tonnes GVM.
- Buses that seat more than 12 adults including the driver and a GVM up to 8 tonnes.
Tenure Requirements
- To upgrade to this class you must have held a Class C licence (not learner) for at least one year (including red P plates). Any time you've spent on a P1 licence counts, but you can't practice to drive an LR vehicle, or upgrade to an LR licence until you hold a P2 or full class C licence.
To apply for a LR licence, you must:
- Pass the Rigid Knowledge Test.
- Pass an eyesight test.
- Successfully complete Heavy Vehicle Competency Based Assessment (HVCBA).
Costs
We are able to conduct training & assessment if you can provide your own vehicle as we do not have a LR vehicle in which to conduct courses. Other options are available please contact our office on 02 6331 7450 to discuss the needs for your LR licence.
RMS Costs
- RMS Road Users Handbook: $13 or PDF online
- RMS Heavy Vehicle Handbook: $13 or PDF online
- Driver Knowledge Test: $46
- Heavy Vehicle CBA Log Book: $28
- Licence Upgrade Fee: $27
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