Explore Our HC Licence Packages

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HC Open Road Ranger Package

$690

Ideal for drivers using Road Ranger or retesting.

2 hours of training plus test

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HC Open Fleet Package

$990

Ideal for drivers with crash box experience.

4 hours of training plus test

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HC Open Road House Package

$1240

Ideal for drivers with some driving experience.

6 hours of training plus test

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HC Open Full Noise Package

$1540

Recommended for new drivers with no Road Ranger experience.

8 hours of training plus test

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HC Open OverDrive Package

$1855

Ideal for new drivers or those seeking to build skills.

10 hours of training plus test

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HC Auto Road Ranger Package

$690

Ideal for experienced drivers or retesting.

2 hours of training plus test

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HC Auto Fleet Package

$990

Ideal for drivers with limited driving experience.

4 hours of training plus test

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HC Auto Road House

$1240

Ideal for drivers with some driving experience.

6 hours of training plus test

HC Licence Packages

A HC (Heavy Combination) Licence is required for a truck or a prime mover towing one trailer. You must hold an MR (Medium Rigid) or HR (Heavy Rigid) licence for at least 12 months to be eligible for this heavy vehicle licence class.

WHAT CAN I DRIVE WITH A HC LICENCE?

A HC vehicle is a truck, prime mover or mobile crane with a trailer of more than 9 tonne Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM). A HC licence covers you to drive trucks with a single trailer (commonly known as semi-trailers). This includes prime movers, truck and dogs, pig trailers, floats and low loaders.

To be eligible for your Queensland HC truck licence, you must have held a Medium Rigid (MR) or Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence for at least 12 months.

If you currently hold an unconditional MR or HR Licence, obtaining a HC can be a relatively simple process. The Department of Transport and Main Roads permit you to use an automatic truck to tow the trailer and you will end up with an unconditional HC Licence. Demonstration of Road Ranger / Crash gearbox is not necessary as you already hold this licence.

HC LICENCE CONDITIONS

There are 3 types of Heavy Combination Licence – these are different because of their conditions (gearbox restrictions).

  • No restrictions on gearbox – can drive any HC vehicle with an Automatic, Synchromesh or Non Synchromesh gearbox i.e. double clutching technique.

  • Can drive HC vehicle with a Manual (synchromesh) or Automatic gearbox.

  • Can drive HC vehicle with Automatic gearbox only.

WHAT DO I NEED TO OBTAIN MY HC LICENCE ON THE GOLD COAST?

To be eligible for your Queensland HC truck licence, you must have held a Medium Rigid (MR) or Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence for at least 12 months.

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    “I had an amazing experience with GC Truck driving school! I passed my driving test in just few hours of training. John was so helpful in the whole process , guiding me through the applications and young Kimmy was fantastic—very knowledgeable, professional, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process.”

    - Saresh M

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    “Really happy with the whole experience. Top quality teacher teaching real world scenarios and having a laugh doing it all. Can't recommend enough, cheers john”

    -Liam G

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    “John is a top tier trainer, hands down he is the best in the business.

    I had never even driven a manual car and he took me from my auto car license to a pass on my HR open test.

    John is a real genuine bloke and he knows his stuff well, believe me he will get you there in the end, you just need to listen and trust him.”

    - Bill B

  • Best on the Gold Coast !⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    “John is the best on the Gold Coast, no doubt about it!

    I would like to extend my deepest thanks to John and the entire team at Gold Coast Truck Driving School for their incredible passion and expertise. From the very first lesson, John’s dedication to teaching the art of truck driving was evident. His mastery of double-clutch gearbox techniques and his ability to explain the most complex maneuvers with clarity made all the difference in my learning journey.”

    - Julien R