Aptus Transportation LLC
Fort Wayne, IN
Profile data updated Jul 20, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
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8
Power Units
8
Drivers
FMCSA since 2013 (12 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since August 2013. Based in Fort Wayne, IN, they operate a fleet of 8 power units. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Box Truck and Dry Van.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Aptus Transportation LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 4 | 4 | 0 | 8 |
Fleet Size Classification: 6-10 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Aptus Transportation LLC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 324,033 miles (2023)
Driver Information
8
Total Drivers
8
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Aug 8, 2024.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Mitsubishi, International. Out-of-service rate is 50% — more than 1 in 4 inspections finds park-it issues. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (1 vehicle type)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | 100% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi | 1 | 50% |
| International | 1 | 50% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
Recent active vehicles (2 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
2
Violations
Total found
0
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
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Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CPIN0560120314 | $750,000 | 10/31/2018 |
View Insurance History (2 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 4964804200 | 06/20/2018 | 10/31/2018 | CANCEL | |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 4964804200 | 10/31/2013 | 06/20/2018 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC is inferred to operate: Box Truck and Dry Van.
Is APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC's authority currently active?
APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC been in business?
APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since August 2013, making their authority approximately 12 years, 11 months old.
Where is APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC is physically located at 5020 INVESTMENT DRIVE, FORT WAYNE, IN 46808.
Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
APTUS TRANSPORTATION LLC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in IN. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average. The most frequently cited violation is 390.21TB — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-08 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 4 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
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Other Carriers Registered at This Address (4)
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