Fleet typeIdentity
Asset-based
74 power units. Brokers price each fleet type apart.
Carrier profile · USDOT 81376 · MC-17605 ·
R E Watson Inc
74 power unitsavg 7.3 yrRegional · 3 statesHAMILTON, OH88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-17605 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
74Power units
10 observed · MCS-150
2Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
7.3Avg age (yr)
2006–2025 · vPIC
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
7.3 yr
Model years 2006–2025 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Verification summary
R E WATSON INC (USDOT 81376) 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 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 $1,000,000 limit in force from BITCO GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION effective Aug 29, 2023 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 33.3% 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 11 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 3 vehicle-level and 11 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 6 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 74 power units and 48 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 14, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Nov 3, 2004 in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is R E WATSON INC's USDOT number?
R E WATSON INC's USDOT number is 81376, and its motor carrier number is MC-17605.
Is R E WATSON INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. R E WATSON INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is R E WATSON INC's safety record?
R E WATSON INC has a 33.3% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 15 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 R E WATSON INC's fleet?
R E WATSON INC operates 74 power units and 48 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is R E WATSON INC based?
R E WATSON INC is based in HAMILTON, OH, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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