Central Illinois Scale Co
Tilton, IL
Profile data updated Jan 20, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
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7
Power Units
12
Drivers
FMCSA since 1988 (37 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since November 1988. Based in Tilton, IL, they operate a fleet of 7 power units with 12 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Dry Van.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Central Illinois Scale Co operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Tractors | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Trailers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Fleet Size Classification: 6-10 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Central Illinois Scale Co is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 12
MCS-150 Mileage: 91,000 miles (2025)
Driver Information
12
Total Drivers
12
CDL Drivers
7
Interstate Drivers
5
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO
1 truck and 1 trailer identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 19, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Manac Trailers Usa. Equipment breakdown: 1 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 TRUCK TRACTOR. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment and driver compliance. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 50% |
Trailers (1 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 1 |
| Icrp | 1 |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 1 | 50% |
| Manac Trailers Usa | 1 | 50% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P1227453 | IL | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| 398-AC-649 | IL | Icrp SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2025 |
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
0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2025 | IL | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO is inferred to operate: Dry Van.
Is CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO's authority currently active?
CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO been in business?
CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO has been registered with the FMCSA since November 1988, making their authority approximately 37 years, 8 months old.
Where is CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO located?
CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO is physically located at 402 SOUTH L STREET, TILTON, IL 61833.
Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
CENTRAL ILLINOIS SCALE CO has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in IL. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-19 | IL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
Officer names listed on this carrier's MCS-150 also appear on the following USDOT registrations in FMCSA's public database. Common names may match unrelated individuals; this is a research starting point, not an accusation. Always verify directly with FMCSA before drawing conclusions.
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DOT 4478190 · OSWEGO, NY
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DOT 4226408 · FULTON, NY
NATIONS ROOF OF PENNSYLVANIA LLC
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FOX ORGANIC FARMS INC
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About this data: All entries above come from FMCSA's public USDOT registry (MCS-150 filings). We surface name and address overlaps so shippers, brokers, and insurers can perform their own due diligence. The presence of an entry here does not imply wrongdoing by any party.
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