Trucking Companies in Montana
Look up active commercial motor carriers registered in Montana. Verify USDOT safety scores, MC operating authority, fleet power units, and liability insurance on file with the US Department of Transportation.
Active Motor Carriers in Montana
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Commercial Freight Operations & Corridors in Montana
Montana is an essential hub in the American supply chain. Primary commercial motor carriers operating in the state rely on I-90, I-15, and I-94 to transport cattle, wheat, lumber, heavy mining equipment, and trans-Canadian bridge freight.
Major warehousing, freight consolidation, and intermodal drayage operations anchor across Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman. Whether booking spot freight or dispatching full truckloads (FTL), auditing carrier credentials registered in Montana protects your business against stolen cargo, double brokering, and regulatory shutdowns.
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Weigh Stations & Commercial Vehicle Enforcement in Montana
Montana Department of Transportation Motor Carrier Services (MCS) enforces mountain pass safety, long combination vehicles (LCVs), and tire chain laws.
During standard Level 1 full inspections and Level 2 walk-arounds, state troopers check commercial vehicle brake systems, steering mechanisms, tire tread depth, frame integrity, and electronic logging device (ELD) hours-of-service compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana Trucking
Common questions about state motor carrier compliance, insurance rules, and safety records.
Search their USDOT or MC number here on CarrierSafetyData. Check that their operating status is Active, verify they have at least $750,000 to $1,000,000 in liability insurance on file, and check their recent roadside inspection scores.
For freight moving across state lines, federal rules require at least $750,000 in auto liability, though most brokers mandate $1,000,000. For intrastate hauling within Montana, Montana Department of Transportation (MCS) requires a minimum of $750,000 (Form E).
Commercial fleets in Montana carry heavy volumes along I-90, I-15, and I-94, transporting goods like cattle, wheat, lumber, heavy mining equipment, and trans-Canadian bridge freight. Major warehouse distribution hubs center around Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, and Bozeman.
Montana Department of Transportation Motor Carrier Services (MCS) enforces mountain pass safety, long combination vehicles (LCVs), and tire chain laws. State officers pull trucks onto scales to check vehicle weight, brakes, tires, and driver hours-of-service logs.
During winter weather, state law requires commercial trucks to carry and mount tire traction chains on designated highway passes. State troopers inspect tire chains and check brake overheating on steep downhill descents.
Motor carriers can file a Request for Data Review (RDR) through the official federal FMCSA DataQ system. Providing court dismissal receipts or repair work orders allows state review officers to review and remove the citation from public records.
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