LR Bus/Truck Licence

LR - Light Rigid

  • Drive a truck, van or a bus over 4.5t GVM but equal/less than 8t GVM, or over 4.0t GVM but equal/less than 8t GVM with a maximum of 2 axles.
  • You may carry more than 12 seated adults (including yourself).

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.

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.

Medical Conditions

If you have any of the conditions below you will need a obtain a medical certificate (it needs to be lodged with the department of transport) stating you are OK to drive for the class of licence you are applying for before starting any training. (i.e MR, HR etc):

  • blackouts
  • diabetes
  • eye or vision problems
  • heart disease
  • neurological—dementia, stroke, seizures or epilepsy
  • psychiatric disorders
  • sleep disorders
  • alcohol or drug dependency..

Click on this link for more info or call us on 0409471817. https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/update/medical/fitness

Book your truck course

Do you hold a Qld Driver's Licence?
Do you prefer a weekend course?
Courses, Lessons & Tests Prices
Licence in a Day Course, includes:
– 3hrs driver training in test area prior to driving test
– 1hr practical driving test with Qld Transport
– Qld booking fee
$635 ($200 deposit required on booking)
Lessons (7 days a week 6:00am–5:00pm) 1hr (minimum) – $140
Lessons (7 days a week 6:00am–5:00pm) 2hrs – $280
Re-test, includes:
– 1hr driving in test area prior to driving test
– 30 min practical driving test with Qld Transport + 15min debrief
– Qld booking fee
$300

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For more information OR to book a course call 07 4242 1135

 
Address: 8 Spoto Street, Cairns QLD
 
Cairns Truck School has a third-party Non-RTO arrangement with Queensland Transport and Logistics Training (QTLT) national provider number: 40931. 
We recruit prospective students, provide enrolment forms, and conduct training and assessment on behalf of QTLT RTO 40931.

Please contact Cairns Truck School, or QTLT RTO, for further course information before paying, or making a booking.   Please refer to the “QTLT Student Handbook” for terms and conditions of the payment, and information regarding refunds.

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