Where this load needs a permit
On a flatbed the VERMEER V8550 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' 10"
- Tractor and trailer, typical
- 32,000 lbs
- Gross weight, estimated
- 43,488 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 VERMEER V8550
The Vermeer V8550 trenchers and cable plows are a powerhouse duo designed for tackling the toughest underground projects with precision and efficiency. Equipped with a robust Cummins diesel engine, these machines boast impressive horsepower and torque to effortlessly cut through challenging terrain. The V8550's advanced control system allows operators to adjust cutting depths and angles on the fly, ensuring accurate trenching and cable laying in any conditions. With durable construction and innovative features like auto-reverse functionality and integrated telematics, the Vermeer V8550 sets the standard for performance and reliability in the construction industry. Whether you're laying fiber optic cables, installing irrigation systems, or excavating utility lines, the Vermeer V8550 trenchers and cable plows deliver unmatched productivity and versatility on the job site.