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Carrier profile · USDOT 471162 · MC-250523 · Updated Jun 13, 2026
SMS Trucking Inc
30 power unitsavg 3.8 yrNational · 18 statesCABOT, AR88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-250523 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
30Power units
28 observed · MCS-150
36Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
3.8Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jun 13, 2026
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 34 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1992.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 89 inspections.
USDOT registration3434 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo11.8%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal11
4 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
3.8 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
34 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1992 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
SMS TRUCKING INC (USDOT 471162) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 13, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from INCLINE CASUALTY COMPANY effective May 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 13, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 11.8% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier received 49 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 17 vehicle-level and 49 driver-level — across 18 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
The carrier has 4 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 13, 2026.
It reports 30 power units and 29 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Feb 2, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Aug 1, 2008 in the federal record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is SMS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number?
SMS TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 471162, and its motor carrier number is MC-250523.
Is SMS TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
As of Jun 13, 2026, SMS TRUCKING INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is SMS TRUCKING INC's safety record?
SMS TRUCKING INC has a 11.8% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 89 roadside inspections, with 4 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 SMS TRUCKING INC's fleet?
SMS TRUCKING INC operates 30 power units and 29 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is SMS TRUCKING INC based?
SMS TRUCKING INC is based in CABOT, AR, with roadside inspections recorded across 18 states.
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