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Carrier profile · USDOT 3743013 · MC-1325726 · Updated Sep 6, 2026
Lightning Logistics LLC
48 power unitsavg 3.3 yrRegional · 4 statesCOUNCIL BLUFFS, IA88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-1325726 ACTIVEHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
48Power units
31 observed · MCS-150
7Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
3.3Avg age (yr)
2018–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Sep 6, 2026
Clear to load
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USDOT registration44 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo8.3%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal11
2 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
3.3 yr
Model years 2018–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
4 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2021 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC (USDOT 3743013) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Sep 6, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY effective May 1, 2026 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Sep 6, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 8.3% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier received 69 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 24 vehicle-level and 69 driver-level — across 4 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier has 2 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Sep 6, 2026.
It reports 48 power units and 45 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jun 9, 2025.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's USDOT number?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's USDOT number is 3743013, and its motor carrier number is MC-1325726.
Is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC authorized to operate?
As of Sep 6, 2026, LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's safety record?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC has a 8.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 118 roadside inspections, with 2 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC's fleet?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC operates 48 power units and 45 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC based?
LIGHTNING LOGISTICS LLC is based in COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA, with roadside inspections recorded across 4 states.
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