Fleet typeIdentity
Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 468424 · MC-881130 ·
First Rate Excavate Inc
49 power unitsavg 9.1 yrRegional · 4 statesSIOUX FALLS, SD86/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-881130 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
49Power units
24 observed · MCS-150
12Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
9.1Avg age (yr)
2000–2024 · vPIC
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Clear to load
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
9.1 yr
Model years 2000–2024 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
34 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1992 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
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Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC (USDOT 468424) has a Vektor safety score of 86/100 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 for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Nov 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from THE PHOENIX INSURANCE CO effective Nov 3, 2016 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Nov 3, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 42.1% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier received 34 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 19 vehicle-level and 34 driver-level — across 4 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Nov 3, 2026.
The carrier has 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months and 0 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 3, 2026.
It reports 49 power units and 80 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 25, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Feb 13, 2024 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC's USDOT number?
FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC's USDOT number is 468424, and its motor carrier number is MC-881130.
Is FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Nov 3, 2026. FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC's safety record?
FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC has a 42.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 54 roadside inspections, with 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 86/100 (tier: clear).
How big is FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC's fleet?
FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC operates 49 power units and 80 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC based?
FIRST RATE EXCAVATE INC is based in SIOUX FALLS, SD, with roadside inspections recorded across 4 states.
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