Class HC licence
Heavy Combination (HC) Licence
The HC licence is the gateway to interstate freight and higher-paying driving careers. Our comprehensive program builds real combination-vehicle skill, not just a pass.
Prerequisite
MR or HR for 12 months
Vehicle
Prime mover + semi-trailer
Package
6 hrs training + 1 hr test
Price
$1,495
About this course
At LicenceLane we provide comprehensive training programs to help you obtain your Heavy Combination licence and operate heavy vehicle combinations safely across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
What you can drive
- A prime mover towing a single semi-trailer
- A rigid vehicle towing a trailer with a GVM over 9 tonnes
- Everything covered by an HR licence
Eligibility
- Have held a valid MR or HR licence for at least 12 months
- Meet the medical fitness requirements — some conditions require a doctor's certificate
Licence conditions
The vehicle you test in determines your transmission condition:
A
Automatic only
Test in an automatic vehicle — licence restricted to automatic transmission.
B
Synchromesh
Test in a synchromesh manual — drive any synchromesh gearbox vehicle.
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Unrestricted
Test in a crash (non-synchro) gearbox vehicle — no transmission restriction.
What you'll get: We train and test in automatic vehicles, so your licence will carry an A (automatic only) condition. The B and unrestricted conditions above are shown for reference — talk to us if you need a manual assessment.
Training & testing
- 1
Heavy vehicle knowledge test
A written or online assessment completed at a TMR customer service centre before practical training.
- 2
Practical training
Six hours of one-on-one training in our prime mover and semi-trailer, covering coupling, reversing, and combination road craft.
- 3
Practical driving test
One hour with a TMR examiner in an HC-class combination — the same vehicle you trained in.
Test locations
Brisbane Northside
Brisbane Southside
Gold Coast
Centre links open Google Maps. Opening hours and services are listed on the official TMR centre directory.
What to bring on test day
- Your valid Queensland learner or driver licence
- Closed-in shoes suitable for driving
- Any identification required under TMR guidelines
Common questions
What can I drive with an HC licence?
A prime mover towing a single semi-trailer, or a rigid vehicle towing a trailer with a GVM over 9 tonnes — plus everything an HR licence covers.
Do I need an HR licence first?
You need to have held either an MR or HR licence for at least 12 months before you can upgrade to HC.
Why is the HC package longer than MR and HR?
Combination vehicles add coupling, trailer reversing and articulated handling to the test. The six training hours give you real time on those skills before the examiner sees you.
Are there medical requirements?
You must declare that you're medically fit to drive a heavy vehicle. Certain medical conditions require certification from your doctor — we'll walk you through it when you book.
Ready for your HC licence?
Flexible scheduling across Brisbane and the Gold Coast — book online or call today.