Where this load needs a permit
On a flatbed the CATERPILLAR D5 (54J) needs an oversize/overweight permit in 31 of 51 states, mostly for being over height (31). 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
- 13' 7"
- Tractor and trailer, typical
- 32,000 lbs
- Gross weight, estimated
- 50,200 lbs
States needing a permit
- Alabamaover height
- Arizonaover height
- Arkansasover height
- Connecticutover height
- Delawareover height
- District of Columbiaover height
- Floridaover height
- Georgiaover height
- Illinoisover height
- Indianaover height
- Iowaover height
- Kentuckyover height
- Maineover height
- Marylandover height
- Massachusettsover height
- Michiganover height
- Minnesotaover height
- Mississippiover height
- New Hampshireover height
- New Jerseyover height
- North Carolinaover height
- Ohioover height
- Oklahomaover height
- Pennsylvaniaover height
- Rhode Islandover height
- South Carolinaover height
- Tennesseeover height
- Vermontover height
- Virginiaover height
- West Virginiaover height
- Wisconsinover height
About the CATERPILLAR D5 (54J)
The CATERPILLAR D5 (54J) CRAWLER TRACTOR is a powerhouse in the construction industry, known for its exceptional performance and durability. Equipped with a robust Cat C7.1 engine, this machine delivers impressive power and efficiency, making it ideal for a wide range of applications, from grading and dozing to ripping and backfilling. The advanced hydrostatic transmission system ensures smooth operation and precise control, while the spacious cab provides operators with comfort and visibility for long hours on the job. With its heavy-duty undercarriage and innovative technology, the Caterpillar D5 (54J) sets the standard for reliability and productivity on the job site.