Contract Freighters INC
DBA: HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA
91
Power Units
27
Drivers
Est. 1974 (51 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 1974. Based in JOPLIN, MO, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer and Power Only.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Contract Freighters INC appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 91 | 0 | 0 | 91 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Contract Freighters INC is authorized to transport the following 6 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 27
MCS-150 Mileage: 92,427,172 miles (2025)
Driver Information
27
Total Drivers
27
CDL Drivers
27
Interstate Drivers
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1,964
Inspections
24 months
1,500
Violations
Total found
347
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-6.1%)
✓ Better than national average (-4.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2026 | MS | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/02/2026 | KY | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/28/2026 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/24/2026 | SC | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/24/2026 | NV | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 02/13/2026 | LA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/11/2026 | IA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/06/2026 | NC | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | MD | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | LA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | KY | Walk-Around | 2 | 2 |
| 02/04/2026 | LA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/02/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/30/2026 | TN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 1,964 inspections.
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Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
Self-Insured / N/A
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Self-Insured / N/A
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
Bond
Self-Insured / N/A
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 82 | 016239480 | Self-Insured / N/A | 04/01/2023 |
| Cargo | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 83 | 016059664 | Self-Insured / N/A | 10/27/2016 |
| Bond / Surety | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 84 | 016230357 | Self-Insured / N/A | 12/22/2020 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | 016230357 | 12/22/2020 | 12/22/2020 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 6531011 | 02/05/2008 | 12/22/2011 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 6524239 | 03/30/2016 | 12/19/2016 | TERM/CANCL | |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016045961 | 03/30/2016 | 12/19/2016 | TERM/CANCL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 6524239 | 03/30/2016 | 10/27/2016 | TERM/REPL | |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016045961 | 03/30/2016 | 10/27/2016 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 6531020 | 10/01/2009 | 10/22/2009 | TERM/CANCL | |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 6760756 | 01/01/2008 | 10/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | LMT H08246373 | 10/01/2008 | 10/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 6531020 | 10/01/2009 | 10/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 016060267 | 04/17/2014 | 10/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | LMT H08244169 | 04/01/2008 | 10/01/2008 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 016060267 | 04/17/2014 | 05/21/2014 | TERM/CANCL | |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016067969 | 10/27/2016 | 05/10/2023 | TERM/CANCL | |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | 6524239 | 10/01/2009 | 05/02/2016 | TERM/CANCL | |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016045961 | 12/22/2011 | 05/02/2016 | TERM/CANCL | |
| DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | D002A00471 | 04/01/2006 | 04/29/2007 | TERM/CANCL | |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 6760708 | 04/01/2006 | 04/29/2007 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | B-11484 | 04/01/2002 | 04/26/2006 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | B-11484 | 04/01/2002 | 04/26/2006 | TERM/CANCL |
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Crash History
109
Total Crashes
4
Fatalities
66
Injuries
103
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2026 | MS | JACKSON, MS | 0 | 1 | No |
| 02/24/2026 | TX | SELMA, TX | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 01/21/2026 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/20/2026 | MI | Watervliet Twp, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/16/2026 | FL | UNINCORPORATED, FL | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 12/29/2025 | TX | NOT LISTED, TX | 0 | 1 | No |
| 12/02/2025 | MO | GRANDVIEW, MO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 12/02/2025 | IL | CHERRY VALLEY TWP, IL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/01/2025 | NC | CLEMMONS, NC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/29/2025 | NE | Not Reported, NE | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/19/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/15/2025 | TX | FORT WORTH, TX | 0 | 1 | No |
| 11/11/2025 | SC | GILBERT, SC | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 10/22/2025 | SC | GREER, SC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/19/2025 | LA | RURAL, LA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/30/2025 | LA | HAMMOND, LA | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 09/29/2025 | VA | Not Reported, VA | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 09/23/2025 | GA | Not Reported, GA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/02/2025 | AR | NORTH LITTLE ROCK, AR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 08/29/2025 | TN | NOT IN CITY LIMIT, TN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 08/18/2025 | GA | SANDERSVILLE, GA | 1 | 0 | Yes |
| 08/04/2025 | KS | KANSAS CITY, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/11/2025 | SC | SUMMERVILLE, SC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/10/2025 | TX | HOUSTON, TX | 0 | 1 | No |
| 07/02/2025 | MS | CLINTON, MS | 1 | 1 | Yes |
Showing 25 of 109 crash records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC is inferred to operate: Reefer and Power Only.
Is CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC's authority currently active?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC been in business?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1974, making their authority approximately 51 years, 10 months old.
Where is CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC located?
CONTRACT FREIGHTERS INC is physically located at 4701 E 32ND STREET, JOPLIN, MO 64804.
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