Fleet typeIdentity
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Carrier profile · USDOT 285442 · MC-194598 ·
B & T Express Inc
296 power unitsavg 8.9 yrNational · 29 statesNORTH LIMA, OH81/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-194598 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
296Power units
243 observed · MCS-150
247Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
8.9Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Review before loading
Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
8.9 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
39 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1987 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
6 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.
Verification summary
B & T EXPRESS INC (USDOT 285442) has a Vektor safety score of 81/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from RLI INSURANCE COMPANY effective Apr 10, 2009 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 30.6% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 501 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 261 vehicle-level and 501 driver-level — across 29 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 26 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 9 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 296 power units and 264 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jan 8, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned May 12, 2022 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is B & T EXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
B & T EXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 285442, and its motor carrier number is MC-194598.
Is B & T EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. B & T EXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is B & T EXPRESS INC's safety record?
B & T EXPRESS INC has a 30.6% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 832 roadside inspections, with 26 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 81/100 (tier: review).
How big is B & T EXPRESS INC's fleet?
B & T EXPRESS INC operates 296 power units and 264 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is B & T EXPRESS INC based?
B & T EXPRESS INC is based in NORTH LIMA, OH, with roadside inspections recorded across 29 states.
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