Where this load needs a permit
On a step deck the CATERPILLAR M318F 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 step deck
Height and gross weight are what the state measures, so the trailer matters. Typical figures; your rig will differ.
- Trailer
- Step deck
- Deck height
- 3' 4"
- Loaded height
- 13' 10"
- Tractor and trailer, typical
- 34,000 lbs
- Gross weight, estimated
- 74,587 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 M318F
The CATERPILLAR M318F EXCAVATOR is a versatile and powerful machine designed for maximum efficiency on construction sites. With a robust hydraulic system, advanced technology, and a spacious cab for operator comfort, this excavator offers exceptional performance in digging, lifting, and loading tasks. Equipped with a fuel-efficient engine and a range of attachments, the M318F is ideal for various applications, from road construction to utility work. Its durable construction and innovative features make it a top choice for contractors looking for reliability, productivity, and precision in their operations.