MR Truck Licence

MR Truck Licence

MR - Medium Rigid

• Drive a truck, van or bus (including a prime mover or a mobile crane) over 8t GVM with a maximum of 2 axles (1 at rear).
• You may also tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 9t GVM.

Eligibility

• Hold your car licence (min. Red Plates) for a period of 12 months before upgrading to LR/MR licence.
• Complete the Heavy Vehicle theory test with Qld Transport, which can be done on the day of your practical driving test.

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What to bring on the day

• Queensland Driver's Licence
• Closed in footwear

Discounts for multiple bookings and group bookings, please contact us for a quote.

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Courses, Lessons & Tests	Prices
Licence in a Day Course, includes: – 4hrs driver training in test area prior to driving test – 1hr practical driving test with Qld Transport – Qld booking fee	$785 ($200 deposit required on booking)
Innisfail or Tablelands Licence in a Day Course (Condition B) includes: – 3hrs driver training prior to driving test – 1hr practical driving test with Qld Transport – Qld booking fee - Tranfer of vehicle & trainer to/from location	$870 ($200 deposit required on booking)
Lessons (7 days a week 6:00am–5:00pm)	1hr (minimum) – $130
Lessons (7 days a week 6:00am–5:00pm)	2hrs – $260
Test/Re-test, includes: – 1hr driving in test area prior to driving test – 1hr practical driving test with Qld Transport – Qld booking fee MEDIUM RIGID (MR) LICENCE Find out moreIndustry Funding is availableThere are multiple funding options available to you for various courses through State & Federal Funding including UserChoice, Certificate 3 Guarantee, SQW, CSQ & BERT. We can give you advice and guidance on which funding options fit best with your skills and goals! MR LICENCE TO DRIVE A MEDIUM RIGID VEHICLE If you’ve held a (C) class driving licence for at least 12 months, you could kickstart a career in the transport industry with a medium rigid licence from Major Training. With multiple locations throughout South East Queensland and flexible delivery options, Major Training is a genuine training partner and can provide skills and knowledge that will lead to job opportunities and career growth. OBJECTIVE OF THE MR LICENCE COURSE Earning your MR licence with Major Training will allow you to safely drive a 2-axle GVM of more than 8 tonnes. Meeting the necessary MR licence requirements means you’ll be able to legally drive and control a variety of vehicles used in the transport industry – increasing your skills and employability. The vehicle you’ll be able to drive (note the number of axles): DELIVERY OF THE MR LICENCE COURSE Major Training Group recognises the need for flexibility and offers a range of easy-to-access options that will get you behind the wheel. We offer our training courses across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. Choose an option that suits you: Lessons By the Hour Three-Day Course One-Day Course THE MR LICENCE COURSE INCLUDES MR truck lessons and test Heavy vehicle learner guide Department of Transport and Main Roads booking fee – paid on or before first lesson Practical test with Department of Transport and Main Roads – three hours in total including warm-up, test and licence application using our truck with an assessor All lessons and tests booked on your behalf by Major Training. HEAVY VEHICLE KNOWLEDGE TEST Before beginning your medium rigid licence training with us, you must have completed a written heavy vehicle knowledge test taken at a Department of Transport and Main Roads service centre (click here for locations) There are ten questions in the test, and you need eight out of ten correct answers to gain your heavy vehicle learner’s licence Download your Keys to Driving in Queensland here You can practice for your test with the Department of Transport and Main Roads practice road rules test. STUDENT ENTRY REQUIREMENTS To apply for a higher licence class, you must have held your current licence for a set period. This period must have occurred in the last 5 years (excluding any time that your licence was suspended, surrendered, cancelled or expired). Hold an open or provisional class C or LR licence for 12 months Pay test booking fee to Department of Transport and Main Roads Pass heavy vehicle knowledge test. COURSE COST MR Fast track course (1 day) – $785 MR Full course (3 days) – $975 COURSE OUTCOME An MR licence qualifies you to legally and safely drive a class LR vehicle and bus or truck over 8t GVM with a maximum of two axles. Holding an MR licence opens doors to a diverse range of job opportunities in the transport and logistics industry. STUDENT SUPPORT OPTIONS Students have access to a range of support options, including: Additional practical training sessions Extended learning time Access to our experienced staff for one-on-one training Speak to one of our team members to find out how we can support you. Additional costs may apply. FAQS What is an MR licence?An MR licence authorises you to drive medium rigid vehicles. You must have held a C class licence for at least 12 months to qualify for an MR licence. What can I drive with an MR licence?You’ll be permitted to drive any vehicle with 2 axles and a gross vehicle mass (GVM) exceeding 8 tonnes. With an MR licence, you’ll also be permitted to tow a trailer with a maximum GVM of 9 tonnes. What is the difference between an HR and MR licence?The main difference between an HR and MR licence is the type of vehicle covered under each licence class. HR vehicles are classified as having more than 2 axles and a total GVM over 9 tonnes, whereas MR vehicles are classified as having a maximum of 2 axles and a total GVM over 8 tonnes (and any trailer being towed by an MR vehicle must not weigh over 9 tonnes). How do I get my MR licence?To get your MR licence you must have held an open or provisional class C or LR licence continuously for 12 months. You must also pass a written heavy vehicle knowledge test at a Department of Transport and Main Roads service centre and a practical driving test.	$350