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Carrier profile · USDOT 255968 · MC-181556 · Updated Jun 21, 2026
R & J Trucking Inc
511 power unitsavg 6.2 yrNational · 20 statesYOUNGSTOWN, OH88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-181556 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
511Power units
229 observed · MCS-150
220Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.2Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 21, 2026
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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 41 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 576 inspections.
USDOT registration4141 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo19.1%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal1818
20 in 24 moVektor 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.
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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 refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 21, 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 as of Jun 21, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 19.1% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
The carrier received 355 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 157 vehicle-level and 355 driver-level — across 20 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 21, 2026.
The carrier has 20 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 18 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 21, 2026.
It reports 511 power units and 391 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 24, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Oct 20, 2022 in the federal record refreshed Jun 21, 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?
As of Jun 21, 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 19.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 576 roadside inspections, with 20 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 20 states.
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