Where this load needs a permit
On a step deck the DEERE 444K Z-BAR 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' 9"
- Tractor and trailer, typical
- 34,000 lbs
- Gross weight, estimated
- 59,022 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 DEERE 444K Z-BAR
The DEERE 444K Z-BAR RUBBER-TIRED LOADERS are a versatile and powerful addition to any construction site, offering a robust 4.5L John Deere PowerTech EWL engine that delivers impressive performance and fuel efficiency. Equipped with a Z-bar linkage system, these loaders provide excellent breakout force and bucket rollback, making them ideal for digging, loading, and material handling tasks. The spacious and ergonomic cab design ensures operator comfort and productivity, while the advanced cooling system and easy-access service points simplify maintenance procedures. With durable rubber tires and a range of attachments available, the DEERE 444K Z-BAR RUBBER-TIRED LOADERS are a reliable and efficient solution for a wide variety of construction applications.