NT TRUCKIN
Heavy Rigid - Manual
Ready to Drive Your Future? Get Your HR Open Licence Today!
If you’re serious about building a rewarding career in the transport industry, the HR Open Licence is your ultimate first step.
Why?
Because completing this course doesn’t just qualify you to drive heavy rigid trucks with manual crashbox transmissions — it also gives you the easiest, most flexible path to upgrade to higher licence classes like HC (Heavy Combination) and MC (Multi Combination).
What is the HR Open Licence?
The HR Open Licence is a non-synchromesh (manual crashbox) licence — meaning you’ll learn to expertly handle powerful trucks equipped with manual non synchromesh gearboxes, like the iconic Road Ranger 18-speed.
This licence represents the highest level of Heavy Rigid licence and teaches you essential skills like double-clutching and rev-matching, giving you the edge to drive complex manual trucks confidently and safely.
In-Demand Skills:
Mastering the manual crashbox sets you apart in the industry — many employers prefer drivers who can handle manual trucks.
✔️ Ideal for mining, long-haul, and heavy freight work
✔️ Future-proof your trucking career
✔️ Easier upgrade to HC & MC licences
✔️ Full manual (crashbox) endorsement
Examples of Vehicles You Can Drive with an HR Licence:
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Medium/Large delivery trucks (e.g., furniture, appliances)
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Commercial or shuttle buses with pivot
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Mobile libraries or food trucks (large and purpose-built)
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Tippers or flatbeds with 3 axles
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Garbage & Water trucks any size
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Certain emergency vehicles like fire engines
Licence Requirements (NT, Australia-Specific):
To apply for an Northern Territory HR licence, you must:
✅ Hold a Class C licence (car licence) for at least 24 months, or must hold an Australian licence in any state
✅ Pass a knowledge test (on road rules and heavy vehicle safety) link below
✅ Complete driver training with a Registered Training Organisation: NT TRUCK TRAINING & TESTING
✅ Pass the practical driving assessment
Are you considering pursuing a truck licence for work?
Look no further than NT Truck Training & Testing, a well-established truck training and licensing school based in Darwin, NT, Australia.
With over two decades of experience, we cater to individuals ranging from 18 to 70 years old who are in need of a truck licence for their professional endeavours.
NT TRUCK TRAINING & TESTING - HEAVY RIGID (MANUAL) COURSE OUTLINE
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Two day course
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Allows up to 10 hours in truck training which includes:
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Pre-Operational Checks
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Load Security (Dog & Chain, Racket strapping tie downs)
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Visual Vehicle Inspections
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Truck Controls
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Clutch Control & Rev Matching
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Safe & Defensive Driving
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Hazard Avoidances
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NT Road Rules Refresher
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Practical Driving assessment
** Truck Hire and assessment fee included **
Once you have passed your practical assessment, you can go straight to Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) to complete the theory test, once passed then you can upgrade your licence.
Only then you show off that solid truckie arm!!
We recommend practicing the knowledge test before your training, that way our experts can provide you with support on any questions if needed.
Follow the prompts below:
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Enter your name, leave group blank and click 'Enter'
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Click '3 - Heavy Knowledge Test - Rigid'
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Start the test and write down any questions you are unsure about not understanding