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What categories of agricultural machinery have been identified by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi as being unable to obtain permits under the current Vehicle Dimensions and Mass requirements?

Answered Question 33957 (2026)
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Jo Luxton

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • What categories of agricultural machinery have been identified by NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi as being unable to obtain permits under the current Vehicle Dimensions and Mass requirements?

Answered by

Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Minister of Transport

Answer

I am advised that NZTA does not decline any specific categories of agricultural machinery for a permit. Each application for a specific vehicle and route is assessed to see if it complies with the relevant Vehicle Dimension and Mass requirements and relevant infrastructure limits.