Dennis R Hilker Trucking INC
New London, WI
Profile data updated Apr 19, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
19
Power Units
19
Drivers
FMCSA since 1974 (52 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 1974. Based in New London, WI, they operate a fleet of 19 power units with 1 CDL driver. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Dry Van.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Dennis R Hilker Trucking INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 19 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
| Trailers | 48 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
Fleet Size Classification: 101-500 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Dennis R Hilker Trucking INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 1,252,715 miles (2024)
Driver Information
19
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
19
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC
15 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Oct 1, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Great Dane, Stoughton. Equipment breakdown: 8 SEMI-TRAILER, 7 TRUCK TRACTOR. Out-of-service rate is 6.7%. Some inspections found brake, tire, or hours-of-service issues. 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 | 8 | 53% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 7 | 47% |
Vehicle makes (7 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 6 | 40% |
| Great Dane | 4 | 27% |
| Stoughton | 1 | 7% |
| Utility | 1 | 7% |
| Wabash Nat | 1 | 7% |
| Utility Tr | 1 | 7% |
| Peterbilt | 1 | 7% |
License plates on file (15 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36755Z | WI | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2025 |
| 674409 | WI | STOUGHTON SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2025 |
| 12247Z | WI | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Apr 2025 |
| 734394 | WI | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2025 |
| 77214Z | WI | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Apr 2025 |
| 822432 | WI | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2025 |
| 61926Z | WI | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Mar 2025 |
| 747033 | WI | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| 46466Z | WI | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Feb 2025 |
| 669979 | WI | WABASH NAT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2025 |
| 48199Z | WI | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 860091 | WI | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 21363X | WI | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 779930 | WI | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| 845853 | WI | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jun 2024 |
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 15)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
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. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
7
Inspections
24 months
8
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-7.4%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | WI | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/17/2025 | WI | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 04/09/2025 | WI | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 03/21/2025 | WI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/28/2025 | WI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/24/2024 | WI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/03/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 3 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Cargo
Self-Insured / N/A
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | 91X | CLP04915M | $750,000 | 08/17/2001 |
| Cargo | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | 34 | CLP04915M | Self-Insured / N/A | 08/17/2001 |
View Insurance History (4 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP04915M | 07/12/2001 | 08/17/2001 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP04915M | 07/12/2001 | 08/17/2001 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | PP13277 | 04/25/1983 | 07/12/2001 | TERM/REPL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | PP13277 | 04/25/1983 | 07/12/2001 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC is inferred to operate: Dry Van.
Is DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC's authority currently active?
DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC been in business?
DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1974, making their authority approximately 52 years, 1 month old.
Where is DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC located?
DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC is physically located at 701 E BEACON AVE, NEW LONDON, WI 54961.
Roadside Inspection History 7 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
DENNIS R HILKER TRUCKING INC has been inspected 7 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in WI, IN. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 14%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLLS2 (State/local laws — Speeding 6-10 mph over limit) — 4 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | WI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-04-17 | WI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-04-09 | WI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2025-03-21 | WI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-02-28 | WI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-10-24 | WI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-10-03 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 5 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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