Medium Rigid (MR) Licence Training in Port Lincoln

What is a Medium Rigid (MR) Licence?

A Medium Rigid (MR) licence allows you to operate rigid vehicles with two axles and a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) greater than 8 tonnes. This is a common licence category for many commercial driving roles, from local deliveries to specialized transport. With an MR licence, you can also tow a trailer with a GVM of up to 9 tonnes, adding to your versatility as a driver.

Vehicles You Can Drive with an MR Licence

An MR licence authorises you to drive:

• A motor vehicle with two axles and a GVM greater than 8 tonnes, such as larger delivery trucks, tippers, and buses.
• A special purpose vehicle with two axles and a GVM greater than 8 tonnes, or a vehicle with three or more axles and a GVM not exceeding 15 tonnes.
• A vehicle in the above categories towing a single trailer (other than a semi-trailer) with a GVM of up to 9 tonnes.

Prerequisites for an MR Licence

To be eligible to obtain a Medium Rigid licence in South Australia, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have held a Class C (car) licence for at least one year
• A medical assessment may be required to ensure you are fit to operate a heavy vehicle
• Have a current & valid SA Drivers Licence
• Provide overseas licence evidence if SA Licence has been held for less than 2 years

Our Comprehensive Training Program

We deliver our training in accordance with the nationally recognised Competency Based Training & Assessment (CBT&A) framework, using the official South Australian Government trainee guides. This ensures you receive a thorough and standardised education.

For an MR licence in a manual gearbox vehicle, we find that most applicants require approximately 10 hours of training to achieve competency.

We offer the flexibility of training in our modern, industry-standard vehicles or in your own vehicle, as long as it meets the necessary government safety and registration requirements.

Training Information

All training is conducted using the South Australian Government Light Rigid/Medium Rigid CBT&A Trainee Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Upgrade?

With your MR licence, the next step is the Heavy Rigid (HR) licence — one of the most versatile qualifications in the transport industry, opening doors to a huge range of driving roles.