Fleet typeIdentity
Small fleet
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Carrier profile · USDOT 61163 · MC-152430 ·
Arnold J Thomas & Son Inc
DBA THOMAS & SON DISTRIBUTORS
98 power unitsavg 6.2 yrNational · 18 statesSPRINGFIELD, OR88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-152430 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
98Power units
129 observed · MCS-150
165Trailers 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 52 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1974.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 1100 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
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
967 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
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Verification summary
ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC (USDOT 61163) 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 Oct 27, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Nov 1, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA effective Oct 1, 2017 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Oct 27, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 8.4% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 1, 2026.
The carrier received 683 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 574 vehicle-level and 683 driver-level — across 18 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Nov 1, 2026.
The carrier has 6 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 5 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Nov 1, 2026.
It reports 98 power units and 98 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Dec 19, 2025. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 1, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Dec 5, 1984 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Nov 1, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC's USDOT number?
ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC's USDOT number is 61163, and its motor carrier number is MC-152430.
Is ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Nov 1, 2026. ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC's safety record?
ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC has a 8.4% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 1,100 roadside inspections, with 6 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 ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC's fleet?
ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC operates 98 power units and 98 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC based?
ARNOLD J THOMAS & SON INC is based in SPRINGFIELD, OR, with roadside inspections recorded across 18 states.
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