MR – Medium Rigid Licence (Class MR)
What can you drive with an MR Licence?
Heavy Vehicles: Any rigid truck or bus with two axles and a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) greater than 8 tonnes.
Towing: You may tow a single trailer (including a pole-type trailer) with a GVM not exceeding 9 tonnes.
Passenger Vehicles: Any bus with more than 12 seats (including the driver).
Tenure & Eligibility Requirements
To upgrade to an MR licence in the Northern Territory, you must:
Have held an open or provisional Class C (Car) licence for at least 12 months.
Note: You cannot practice or be assessed for an MR licence while holding a Learner (L) car permit.
The 3-Step Pathway to Your MR Licence
Theory Knowledge: Pass the Heavy Vehicle Theory Test at an MVR office or through an approved provider.
Medical & Eyesight: Successfully pass an eyesight test at the MVR. (A medical fitness to drive report may also be required if you have certain health conditions).
Final Competency Assessment (FCA): Complete your practical training and pass the Final Competency Assessment with an MVR-authorised heavy vehicle examiner.
MVR Fees & Resources (Estimated NT Costs)
NT Road Users Handbook: Available Online (Free PDF) or at MVR offices.
Heavy Vehicle Theory Test Fee: Check current MVR rates (approx. $20 - $30 per attempt).
Licence Re-issue/Upgrade Fee: Approx. $31 (plus your chosen 1, 2, 5, or 10-year licence renewal fee).
Practical Assessment: Training and assessment fees are paid directly to Billirrawarra Trucking & Training.
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Billirrawarra Trucking & Training provides structured training and assessment to prepare participants for heavy vehicle licensing outcomes in the Northern Territory.
Training is delivered in alignment with the nationally recognised unit of competency TLIC3003 – Drive medium rigid vehicle, with practical, hands-on instruction tailored to real-world operating conditions.
Participants will undertake:
Pre-operational checks: Comprehensive vehicle inspections and familiarisation.
Practical driving: Skills development in both controlled and on-road environments.
Operational techniques: Load awareness, vehicle handling, and maneuvering.
Safety & Compliance: Hazard perception, fatigue management, and regulatory considerations.
Assessment is conducted using competency-based principles, including:
Direct observation of practical driving tasks and skill benchmarks.
Verbal/Written questioning to confirm underpinning knowledge.
Ongoing trainer feedback and documented skill development.
Training delivery incorporates structured session plans, validated assessment tools, and evidence collection in line with National Training Package and regulatory requirements.
Where applicable, learners will be supported through to their Final Competency Assessment (FCA) with an authorised MVR examiner.
All training is delivered in a supervised environment using industry-standard vehicles, facilities, and safety systems to ensure compliance with the highest training standards.
*Nationally Recognised Training is delivered in partnership with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Statements of Attainment are issued by the RTO.