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LR Light Rigid Truck Licence

An LR (Light Rigid) Licence is the next class up from a car licence. You must hold a car licence for at least 12 months to be eligible for this truck licence.

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What Can I Drive? Rigid Number Of Axles GVM
2 More than 4.5 t GVM but not more than 8 tonne GVM or that is built or fitted to seat more than 12 adults (including the driver)

There are 2 types of Light Rigid Licence

Click on a licence type below to learn more:

LR (Light Rigid) Manual Licence

Can drive LR vehicle with a Manual (synchromesh) or Automatic gearbox.

LR (Light Rigid) Automatic Licence

Can drive Automatic gearbox only.

What Can I Drive With An LR Driving Licence?

An LR vehicle is defined as a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle mass of over 4.5 tonnes to a maximum of 8 tonnes (no axle limit) — or any vehicle that seats more than 12 passengers (including the driver) to a maximum of 8 tonnes.

The light rigid licence is a relatively easy licence to obtain. It covers you to drive small trucks (up to 8 tonne GVM) and mini-buses, such as Toyota Commuters, Coasters, Mitsubishi Rosas and most small motorhomes.

Note: Even though you need an LR licence if you’re driving a vehicle carrying more than 12 people (including the driver), for testing purposes you can’t use a vehicle under 4.5 tonne GVM, such as a Toyota Commuter.

Tips About This Licence

The practical driving test lasts for approximately 30 minutes unlike the MR and HR slots which are approximately 60 to 70 minutes.

A Light Rigid Licence is a popular option for motor homes, mini bus operators or tradesmen with small trucks.

LR trucks are easy to drive and use hydraulic brakes which are easier to use than air brakes.

From an Employers view, it can aid staff retention.

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

Course & Lesson Information

For more information about this truck driving training course, please click the tabs below.

What Do I Need?
LR Manual
LR Automatic
LR Licence In A Day
What Do I Need?

What do I need to obtain my LR Licence

  • You must have held a Car Licence, provisional, probationary or open for at least 12 months
  • You must also pass the Department of Transport and Main Roads written knowledge test ( Click here to practice ) and the on road practical driving test
  • If you currently have a Medical condition on your Licence, you need a medical certificate for the class of licence you are applying for
  • If you are going to use your LR Licence to drive a bus, you may also need to obtain your driver’s authorization from TMR

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

LR Manual

LR (Light Rigid) Manual Licence

How many lessons will I need?
  • Between 3 – 5*
  • There is no minimum or maximum lesson requirement
  • We just recommend you take lessons until you feel confident, test ready and employable.
  • On completion of your first “assessment” lesson it will be possible to give you an estimate of what your lesson requirement will be

* Must hold a current manual car licence.  If you currently hold an automatic car licence and need a manual LR licence, call us to discuss your options

How much will it cost?
  • LR Driving Lessons $120 per hour GST exempt
  • LR Warm up drive and Test $295 GST exempt
  • LR Licence in a Day Course $595 GST exempt

* If using your own vehicle $100 per hour GST exempt plus Travel

Other associated costs:
  • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Written Knowledge Test $27.75
Job Opportunities
  • Coaster bus – Kindergartens, Schools, Aged Care Facilities, Backpacker Hostels
  • Commuter buses of more than 12 seats (including the driver)
  • Airport transfers
  • Small trucks 4.5 – 8 tonne GVM eg. Bread truck, dairy truck

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

LR Automatic

LR (Light Rigid) Automatic Licence

How many lessons will I need?
  • Between 3 – 5
  • There is no minimum or maximum lesson requirement
  • We just recommend you take lessons until you feel confident, test ready and employable
  • On completion of your first “assessment” lesson it will be possible to give you an estimate of what your lesson requirement will be
How much will it cost?
  • LR Driving Lessons $120 per hour GST exempt
  • LR Warm up drive and Test $295 GST exempt
  • LR Licence in a Day Course $595 GST exempt

* If using your own vehicle $100 per hour GST exempt plus Travel

Other associated costs:
  • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Written Knowledge Test $27.75
Job Opportunities
  • Coaster bus – Kindergartens, Schools, Aged Care Facilities, Backpacker Hostels
  • Commuter buses of more than 12 seats (including the driver)
  • Airport transfers
  • Small trucks 4.5 – 8 tonne GVM eg. Bread truck, dairy truck

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

LR Licence In A Day

LR (Light Rigid) Manual and Condition A only.

Cost $595 GST exempt

Licence in a Day is an option that is available to you, if you are busy working and struggle to find the time to do the lessons. You can take a day off work and focus on the job in hand.

With the option of Saturday testing, you may not even have to take a day off work

Breakdown of Cost:
Price includes:
  • 3.5 hours of training (breaks as required) plus your actual practical driving test (approx. 30 minutes).
  • Our vehicle to use during these allotted times
Price does not include:

Other associated cost:

  • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Written Knowledge Test $27.75
Outline of Process
Licence in a Day – no prior Assessment Lesson
  1. We book your Licence in a Day Course into our diary at a time convenient to you
  2. You attend on the scheduled day (we will remind you) to complete all of your training and undertake your practical driving test with a Driving Examiner from TMR

However, this is at your own risk.  No driving school can guarantee an outcome for you and it is unethical to advertise such. However, we will try our best!

Licence in a Day – with a prior Assessment Lesson
  1. We book your Licence in a Day Course into our diary at a time convenient to you
  2. You attend a 1 hour assessment lesson a few days prior to the Licence in a Day course (included within the price) to:-
    • Assess your current driving ability and make you aware of any “habits” you need to rectify before the day of your practical driving test.
    • To ensure you feel comfortable in the vehicle you are going to be driving
  3. You return on the scheduled day (we will remind you) to finalise all of your training and undertake your practical driving test with a Driving Examiner from the TMR
Booking Process

To book the Licence in a Day you can complete the online enquiry form or call our office on 07 55378101 or 0406 539613. Our office staff will then organise your training schedule with you.

To confirm the booking we will need your Driving Licence number and you will need to pay the practical driving test booking fee.

Please see full details of our payment terms and conditions .

Please be aware that you may also be eligible for your MR Licence in a Day, or HR Licence in a Day

Important Information

Your current licence makes a big difference.

You should study your licence to ensure you are going to get the correct outcome.

Read More

The Licence that you currently hold makes a big difference on the Licence you want to obtain.

  • The Car / Truck Licence you currently hold
  • The truck licence you want to obtain
  • The vehicle that you are using to undertake your practical driving test

All have a bearing on each other in terms of outcome of the licence you will obtain.

More Information

What Can I Drive With An LR Driving Licence?

An LR vehicle is defined as a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle mass of over 4.5 tonnes to a maximum of 8 tonnes (no axle limit) — or any vehicle that seats more than 12 passengers (including the driver) to a maximum of 8 tonnes.

The light rigid licence is a relatively easy licence to obtain. It covers you to drive small trucks (up to 8 tonne GVM) and mini-buses, such as Toyota Commuters, Coasters, Mitsubishi Rosas and most small motorhomes.

Note: Even though you need an LR licence if you’re driving a vehicle carrying more than 12 people (including the driver), for testing purposes you can’t use a vehicle under 4.5 tonne GVM, such as a Toyota Commuter.

Tips About This Licence

The practical driving test lasts for approximately 30 minutes unlike the MR and HR slots which are approximately 60 to 70 minutes.

A Light Rigid Licence is a popular option for motor homes, mini bus operators or tradesmen with small trucks.

LR trucks are easy to drive and use hydraulic brakes which are easier to use than air brakes.

From an Employers view, it can aid staff retention.

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

Course & Lesson Information

What Do I Need To Obtain My LR Licence?

What do I need to obtain my LR Licence

  • You must have held a Car Licence, provisional, probationary or open for at least 12 months
  • You must also pass the Department of Transport and Main Roads written knowledge test ( Click here to practice ) and the on road practical driving test
  • If you currently have a Medical condition on your Licence, you need a medical certificate for the class of licence you are applying for
  • If you are going to use your LR Licence to drive a bus, you may also need to obtain your driver’s authorization from TMR

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

LR Manual

LR (Light Rigid) Manual Licence

How many lessons will I need?
  • Between 3 – 5*
  • There is no minimum or maximum lesson requirement
  • We just recommend you take lessons until you feel confident, test ready and employable.
  • On completion of your first “assessment” lesson it will be possible to give you an estimate of what your lesson requirement will be

* Must hold a current manual car licence.  If you currently hold an automatic car licence and need a manual LR licence, call us to discuss your options

How much will it cost?
  • LR Driving Lessons $120 per hour GST exempt
  • LR Warm up drive and Test $295 GST exempt
  • LR Licence in a Day Course $595 GST exempt

* If using your own vehicle $100 per hour GST exempt plus Travel

Other associated costs:
  • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Written Knowledge Test $27.75
Job Opportunities
  • Coaster bus – Kindergartens, Schools, Aged Care Facilities, Backpacker Hostels
  • Commuter buses of more than 12 seats (including the driver)
  • Airport transfers
  • Small trucks 4.5 – 8 tonne GVM eg. Bread truck, dairy truck

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

LR Automatic

LR (Light Rigid) Automatic Licence

How many lessons will I need?
  • Between 3 – 5
  • There is no minimum or maximum lesson requirement
  • We just recommend you take lessons until you feel confident, test ready and employable
  • On completion of your first “assessment” lesson it will be possible to give you an estimate of what your lesson requirement will be
How much will it cost?
  • LR Driving Lessons $120 per hour GST exempt
  • LR Warm up drive and Test $295 GST exempt
  • LR Licence in a Day Course $595 GST exempt

* If using your own vehicle $100 per hour GST exempt plus Travel

Other associated costs:
  • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Written Knowledge Test $27.75
Job Opportunities
  • Coaster bus – Kindergartens, Schools, Aged Care Facilities, Backpacker Hostels
  • Commuter buses of more than 12 seats (including the driver)
  • Airport transfers
  • Small trucks 4.5 – 8 tonne GVM eg. Bread truck, dairy truck

You may also be eligible for your MR Licence or HR Licence

Licence In A Day

LR (Light Rigid) Manual and Condition A only.

Cost $595 GST exempt

Licence in a Day is an option that is available to you, if you are busy working and struggle to find the time to do the lessons. You can take a day off work and focus on the job in hand.

With the option of Saturday testing, you may not even have to take a day off work

Breakdown of Cost:
Price includes:
  • 3.5 hours of training (breaks as required) plus your actual practical driving test (approx. 30 minutes).
  • Our vehicle to use during these allotted times
Price does not include:

Other associated cost:

  • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $72 incl GST
  • Written Knowledge Test $27.75
Outline of Process
Licence in a Day – no prior Assessment Lesson
  1. We book your Licence in a Day Course into our diary at a time convenient to you
  2. You attend on the scheduled day (we will remind you) to complete all of your training and undertake your practical driving test with a Driving Examiner from TMR

However, this is at your own risk.  No driving school can guarantee an outcome for you and it is unethical to advertise such. However, we will try our best!

Licence in a Day – with a prior Assessment Lesson
  1. We book your Licence in a Day Course into our diary at a time convenient to you
  2. You attend a 1 hour assessment lesson a few days prior to the Licence in a Day course (included within the price) to:-
    • Assess your current driving ability and make you aware of any “habits” you need to rectify before the day of your practical driving test.
    • To ensure you feel comfortable in the vehicle you are going to be driving
  3. You return on the scheduled day (we will remind you) to finalise all of your training and undertake your practical driving test with a Driving Examiner from the TMR
Booking Process

To book the Licence in a Day you can complete the online enquiry form or call our office on 07 55378101 or 0406 539613. Our office staff will then organise your training schedule with you.

To confirm the booking we will need your Driving Licence number and you will need to pay the practical driving test booking fee.

Please see full details of our payment terms and conditions .

Please be aware that you may also be eligible for your MR Licence in a Day, or HR Licence in a Day

Other Information

LR Licence With The Driving School

Qualify For Your LR Licence

Looking for a truck driver training school on the Gold Coast to get your LR light rigid licence?

Read More

If you’re looking to drive a small truck (4.5 – 8 tonnes) for work or travel around Australia in a motorhome, you’ll need an LR licence. At The Driving School in Arundel on the Gold Coast, our experienced truck driving instructors can train you up and get you moving quickly with our flexible light rigid licence courses.

The Driving School is a Government-approved training organisation offering nationally recognised truck driving courses for every heavy vehicle type – including entry-level LR driving licence courses.

We offer fast and efficient LR truck licence training via a number of training pathways — including individual lessons and Licence in a Day option — at our state-of-the-art truck driving training facility at Arundel on the Gold Coast. We’re just 23 minutes from downtown Surfers Paradise or a 50-minute drive down the M1 from the Brisbane CBD and, in some cases, we can come to your workplace for group training.

Whether you’re based on the southside of Brisbane, on the Gold Coast or in northern New South Wales, The Driving School can help you qualify for your LR truck licence.

Need A NSW Licence?
Learn More

Important Information

Your current licence makes a big difference.

You should study your licence to ensure you are going to get the correct outcome.

Read More

The Licence that you currently hold makes a big difference on the Licence you want to obtain.

  • The Car / Truck Licence you currently hold
  • The truck licence you want to obtain
  • The vehicle that you are using to undertake your practical driving test

All have a bearing on each other in terms of outcome of the licence you will obtain.

Call Us Today
07 5537 8101

Alternatively, send us a messages using the form below.

    Need A NSW Licence?

    Learn More

    LR Licence With The Driving School

    Qualify For Your LR Licence

    Looking for a truck driver training school on the Gold Coast to get your LR light rigid licence?

    Read More

    If you’re looking to drive a small truck (4.5 – 8 tonnes) for work or travel around Australia in a motorhome, you’ll need an LR licence. At The Driving School in Arundel on the Gold Coast, our experienced truck driving instructors can train you up and get you moving quickly with our flexible light rigid licence courses.

    The Driving School is a Government-approved training organisation offering nationally recognised truck driving courses for every heavy vehicle type – including entry-level LR driving licence courses.

    We offer fast and efficient LR truck licence training via a number of training pathways — including individual lessons and Licence in a Day option — at our state-of-the-art truck driving training facility at Arundel on the Gold Coast. We’re just 23 minutes from downtown Surfers Paradise or a 50-minute drive down the M1 from the Brisbane CBD and, in some cases, we can come to your workplace for group training.

    Whether you’re based on the southside of Brisbane, on the Gold Coast or in northern New South Wales, The Driving School can help you qualify for your LR truck licence.

    Have a question? Give us a call!

    Call Now: 07 5537 8101

    Alternatively, please fill out the form below and one of our friendly staff will be in touch.

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      LR LICENCE IN A DAY

      LR (Light Rigid) Manual and Condition A only.

      Cost $515 GST exempt

      Licence in a Day is an option that is available to you, if you are busy working and struggle to find the time to do the lessons. You can take a day off work and focus on the job in hand.

      With the option of Saturday testing, you may not even have to take a day off work

      Breakdown of Cost:
      Price includes:
      • 3.5 hours of training (breaks as required) plus your actual practical driving test (approx. 30 minutes).
      • Our vehicle to use during these allotted times
      Price does not include:

      Other associated cost:

      • Mid-week Practical Driving Test Booking Fee $69.10 incl GST
      • Saturday Practical Driving Test Booking Fee (TMR temporarily suspended Saturday testing due to Covid-19)
      • Written Knowledge Test $26.85
      Outline of Process
      Licence in a Day – no prior Assessment Lesson
      1. We book your Licence in a Day Course into our diary at a time convenient to you
      2. You attend on the scheduled day (we will remind you) to complete all of your training and undertake your practical driving test with a Driving Examiner from TMR

      However, this is at your own risk.  No driving school can guarantee an outcome for you and it is unethical to advertise such. However, we will try our best!

      Licence in a Day – with a prior Assessment Lesson
      1. We book your Licence in a Day Course into our diary at a time convenient to you
      2. You attend a 1 hour assessment lesson a few days prior to the Licence in a Day course (included within the price) to:-
        • Assess your current driving ability and make you aware of any “habits” you need to rectify before the day of your practical driving test.
        • To ensure you feel comfortable in the vehicle you are going to be driving
      3. You return on the scheduled day (we will remind you) to finalise all of your training and undertake your practical driving test with a Driving Examiner from the TMR
      Booking Process

      To book the Licence in a Day you can complete the online enquiry form or call our office on 07 55378101 or 0406 539613. Our office staff will then organise your training schedule with you.

      To confirm the booking we will need your Driving Licence number and you will need to pay the practical driving test booking fee.

      Please see full details of our payment terms and conditions .

      Please be aware that you may also be eligible for your MR Licence in a Day, or HR Licence in a Day

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