Where this load needs a permit
On a flatbed the CATERPILLAR 438II (3DJ) needs an oversize/overweight permit in 49 of 51 states, mostly for being over height (49). Highlighted states need one; select a state for its limits.
Needs a permit Within legal limitsLegal limits vary by state and are the standard limits for a five-axle semi. Divisible loads differ.
Loaded on a flatbed
Height and gross weight are what the state measures, so the trailer matters. Typical figures; your rig will differ.
- Trailer
- Flatbed
- Deck height
- 5'
- Loaded height
- 14' 2"
- Tractor and trailer, typical
- 32,000 lbs
- Gross weight, estimated
- 48,237 lbs
States needing a permit
- Alabamaover height
- Arizonaover height
- Arkansasover height
- Californiaover height
- Coloradoover height
- Connecticutover height
- Delawareover height
- District of Columbiaover height
- Floridaover height
- Georgiaover height
- Hawaiiover height
- Idahoover height
- Illinoisover height
- Indianaover height
- Iowaover height
- Kansasover height
- Kentuckyover height
- Louisianaover height
- Maineover height
- Marylandover height
- Massachusettsover height
- Michiganover height
- Minnesotaover height
- Mississippiover height
- Missouriover height
- Montanaover height
- Nevadaover height
- New Hampshireover height
- New Jerseyover height
- New Mexicoover height
- New Yorkover height
- North Carolinaover height
- North Dakotaover height
- Ohioover height
- Oklahomaover height
- Oregonover height
- Pennsylvaniaover height
- Rhode Islandover height
- South Carolinaover height
- South Dakotaover height
- Tennesseeover height
- Texasover height
- Utahover height
- Vermontover height
- Virginiaover height
- Washingtonover height
- West Virginiaover height
- Wisconsinover height
- Wyomingover height
About the CATERPILLAR 438II (3DJ)
The CATERPILLAR 438II (3DJ) BACKHOE LOADERS are a powerhouse of productivity on any construction site, boasting a robust engine and advanced hydraulic system for maximum efficiency. With a spacious cab designed for operator comfort and control, this machine offers precision and power in digging, loading, and lifting operations. Equipped with cutting-edge technology such as Cat Grade Control and Product Link, the 438II ensures accuracy and real-time data monitoring for enhanced performance. Its versatile attachments and superior maneuverability make it a versatile solution for a wide range of tasks, from excavation to material handling. Built to withstand the toughest conditions, the CATERPILLAR 438II (3DJ) BACKHOE LOADERS are a top choice for contractors seeking durability, reliability, and unmatched performance.