Heavy Combination

HC Original Deals

At Shift we wanted to take the hassle and guess work out of getting a HC truck licence so we came up with our original HC deals, there are two options to choose from...

Drivers Deal

This deal gives you 5 hours training and the practical driving test. You can choose between an Auto prime mover or Road Ranger.

We recommend this option if you are already driving a HC and/or are familiar with the coupling and uncoupling procedures of a trailer.

This option is best:

Upon a successful assessment result you will be issued with a HC (B) condition or HC Open licence depending on what truck you choose.

  • One day courses are not recommended for the HC licence.
  • Packages do not include any TMR fees

Original Deal

This deal gives you 8 hours training and the practical driving test, driving a Cat CT630 fitted with an 18 speed road ranger or our Iveco Powerstar Auto. First 2 hours will be prime mover only, then onto the trailer for the remaining lessons.

This option is best:

  • If you have a MR / HR / HC B Condition licence and want to upgrade to a road ranger.

Upon a successful assessment result you will be issued with a HC Open licence - with no restrictions.

  • One day courses are not recommended for the HC licence.
  • Packages do not include any TMR fees

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Ultimate Deal

To get the most out of your training were giving you 9 hours training and the practical driving test, once again you can choose an 18 speed road ranger, or an auto.

This option is best:

  • If you have an MR or HR B Condition licence and want to learn in a road ranger

Upon a successful assessment result you will be issued with a HC (B) condition or HC Open licence depending on what truck you choose.

  • Packages do not include any TMR fees

What can I drive on my HC Licence?

You are permitted to drive a heavy vehicle up to a prime mover to which is attached a single semi-trailer plus any unladen converter dolly, or a rigid motor vehicle attached to a trailer that has a gross vehicle mass greater than 9 tonnes plus any unladen converter dolly.

Want to drive with more than 1 trailer?  Why not try the Multi Combination...Click here for details..

What's included in my training?

Your HC training will include some key points such as:

  • Reverse trailer in a straight line, reverse trailer in a left and right direction
  • Uncouple and re-couple trailer
  • Trailer care and maintenance and
  • Highway and city driving
  • The more time you book, the more we can cover!
Heavy Combination Licence Training in Brisbane

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What do I need to get started?

To upgrade to a HC licence you must:

  • Have held an MR or HR licence for 12 months continuously, and
  • Have paid the TMR driving test booking fee ($67.15) - $80.00 if we book and pay on your behalf.
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