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Carrier profile · USDOT 255968 · MC-181556 ·
R & J Trucking Inc
511 power unitsavg 6.2 yrNational · 22 statesYOUNGSTOWN, OH88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-181556 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
511Power units
233 observed · MCS-150
224Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.2Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 42 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1985.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 618 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.2 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
41 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1985 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
2 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
R & J TRUCKING INC (USDOT 255968) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Nov 4, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. effective May 1, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Nov 3, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 18.2% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 4, 2026.
The carrier received 359 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 154 vehicle-level and 359 driver-level — across 22 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Nov 4, 2026.
The carrier has 21 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 19 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 4, 2026.
It reports 511 power units and 391 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 24, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 4, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Oct 20, 2022 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 4, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is R & J TRUCKING INC's USDOT number?
R & J TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 255968, and its motor carrier number is MC-181556.
Is R & J TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Nov 4, 2026. R & J TRUCKING INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is R & J TRUCKING INC's safety record?
R & J TRUCKING INC has a 18.2% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 618 roadside inspections, with 21 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is R & J TRUCKING INC's fleet?
R & J TRUCKING INC operates 511 power units and 391 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is R & J TRUCKING INC based?
R & J TRUCKING INC is based in YOUNGSTOWN, OH, with roadside inspections recorded across 22 states.
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