MR vs HR Licence: What’s the Difference?

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MR vs HR Licence: What’s the Difference? If you’re looking to drive a heavy vehicle in NSW, understanding the differences between an MR (Medium Rigid) and HR (Heavy Rigid) licence is crucial. While both allow you to drive larger vehicles than a standard car licence, the type of vehicles, job opportunities, and upgrade pathways differ.
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Get Your HR Licence in Sydney with Ultimate Driving School

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Get Your HR Licence in Sydney with Ultimate Driving School Looking to upgrade your career with a heavy vehicle licence? An HR (Heavy Rigid) licence allows you to drive vehicles with three or more axles and a Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) greater than 8 tonnes. This includes large rigid trucks, buses, and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.
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What is an MR Licence? An MR licence (Medium Rigid) is a NSW heavy vehicle licence class that allows you to drive rigid trucks with: ✔ 2 axles ✔ Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) over 8 tonnes Common vehicles requiring an MR licence include: Medium-sized delivery trucks Furniture removal trucks Smaller buses (with 2 axles) MR

What is an MR Licence? NSW Medium Rigid Licence Explained