National heavy vehicle licence classification

Light Rigid (LR)

A vehicle greater than 4.5 tonnes but no greater than 8 tonnes GVM or seats more than 12 people (including driver).
You are eligible for a LIGHT RIGID licence after holding a drivers licence for 1 year

Medium Rigid (MR)

Any rigid vehicle with 2 axles, including truck & bus, greater than 8 tonnes GVM.
You are eligible for a MEDIUM RIGID licence after holding a drivers licence for 1 year.

Heavy Rigid (HR)

Any rigid vehicle with 3 or more axles, including truck and bus, greater than 8 tonnes GVM.
You are eligible for a HEAVY RIGID licence after holding a drivers licence for 2 years.

Heavy Combination (HC)

A prime mover, single semi-trailer, or rigid vehicle with trailer over 9 tonnes GVM.
You are eligible for a HEAVY COMBINATION licence after holding a drivers licence for 2 years, including a MR or HR licence for a minimum of 1 year.

Multi Combination (MC)

A heavy combination vehicle with more than one trailer.
You are eligible for a MULTI COMBINATION licence if you hold a current HC vehicle licence.