LR Light Rigid Truck Licence
What is an LR Licence?
An LR Licence (Light Rigid Licence) allows you to drive light rigid vehicles such as minibuses, community transport vehicles, ambulances, and small rigid trucks up to 8 tonnes GVM.
To be eligible for an LR licence in NSW, you must have held:
A Class C (Car) licence for at least 12 months
Be medically fit and pass the eyesight test
Complete the Service NSW LR Knowledge Test
LR Licence Training at Guru Truck Driving School
Singh Truck Driving School provides Transport for NSW–approved LR licence training, delivered by expert instructors using modern vehicles and easy-to-follow assessments.
We help you build confidence and skills to get licensed quickly and safely.
What You Can Drive with an LR Licence
An LR Licence allows you to operate:
- Light rigid vehicles up to 8 tonnes GVM
- Minibuses with more than 12 seats (including driver)
- Light rigid trucks
- Special purpose vehicles (ambulances, community transport vans)
Tips for Passing Your LR Licence – Guru Recommended
- Study the NSW Light Rigid road rules
- Watch videos related to bus & van handling
- Ask instructors for personalised feedback
- Use defensive driving principles
- Stay relaxed during assessments
LR Licence Course Content
You will learn:
Pre-operational safety checks
Cabin setup and safety procedures
Starting, moving off & shutting down
Steering & speed control
Braking and acceleration techniques
Crash avoidance space management
Road rules & defensive driving
Reversing and low-speed control
Passenger safety guidelines
Final Competency Assessment
Course Breakdown – What to Expect
Your training includes the following modules:
Pre-Operational Check
Inspection of tyres, fluids, lights, body condition, and safety equipment.
Cabin Checks
Mirror adjustment, dashboard control review, seating position.
Driving Skills
Smooth acceleration, braking, manoeuvring in traffic, turning and speed control.
Crash Avoidance Space
Awareness of safe following distances and hazard identification.
Passenger & Load Safety
Ensuring passenger comfort and safe load positioning.
Eligibility Requirements
To enrol in the LR course:
- Held Class C licence for 12 months
- Pass eyesight test
- Complete LR Knowledge Test
- Obtain your HVCBA logbook
How to Get Your LR Licence – Step by Step
- Check Eligibility
- Pass LR Knowledge Test at Service NSW
- Enrol with Guru Truck Driving School
- Complete HVCBA Assessment & Modules
- Submit Logbook and Apply for Licence
Career Opportunities with an LR Licence
- Community bus driver
- Patient transport (ambulance LR roles)
- School shuttle van driver
- Light truck operator
- Tourism shuttle and rental coach driver