Flat Top Transport LLC
Holland, MI
Profile data updated Jul 5, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
12
Power Units
11
Drivers
Est. 2013 (12 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since August 2013. Based in HOLLAND, MI, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck and Hopper / Grain.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Flat Top Transport LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| Trailers | 19 | 0 | 0 | 19 |
Fleet Size Classification: 26-50 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Flat Top Transport LLC is authorized to transport the following 10 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 11
MCS-150 Mileage: 992,472 miles (2024)
Driver Information
11
Total Drivers
11
CDL Drivers
11
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC
15 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Nov 20, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Reitnouer Inc, Mac Trailer Manufacturing. Equipment breakdown: 8 SEMI-TRAILER, 6 TRUCK TRACTOR, 1 OTHER. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment + 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 (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 8 | 53% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | 40% |
| OTHER | 1 | 7% |
Vehicle makes (10 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 6 | 40% |
| Reitnouer Inc | 1 | 7% |
| Mac Trailer Manufacturing | 1 | 7% |
| East Manufacturing Corp. | 1 | 7% |
| Tremcar | 1 | 7% |
| Brenner | 1 | 7% |
| Mack Trail | 1 | 7% |
| Heil Trailer International | 1 | 7% |
| Heil Co. | 1 | 7% |
| Frue | 1 | 7% |
License plates on file (15 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RC46543 | MI | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Nov 2025 |
| RB57567 | MI | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| F286771 | MI | REIT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| E979573 | MI | MCKT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| E530014 | MI | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Oct 2025 |
| F286770 | MI | EAST SO TR SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Oct 2025 |
| RC24774 | MI | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2025 |
| D991270 | MI | TREMC OTHER | 1 | Sep 2025 |
| RB92437 | MI | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Sep 2025 |
| E734617 | MI | BRENNER SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| E707315 | MI | MACK TRAIL SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2025 |
| E800985 | MI | HEIL CO. SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2025 |
| E530014 | MI | HEIL CO. SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2025 |
| RC39663 | MI | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| A161752 | MI | FRUE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 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
10
Inspections
24 months
20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/20/2025 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/07/2025 | WI | Walk-Around | 3 | ✓ |
| 09/16/2025 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/02/2025 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 08/11/2025 | MN | Driver Only | 6 | ✓ |
| 03/26/2025 | IN | Driver Only | 4 | ✓ |
| 01/15/2025 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/02/2025 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 08/02/2024 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
FARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGAN
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | FARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGAN | 91X | BAP-2910957 | $1 Million | 05/01/2018 |
View Insurance History (1 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGAN | BAP 2910957 | 08/29/2013 | 06/13/2018 | NAMECHG |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
1
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/28/2025 | MI | PITTSFIELD TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Recent Changes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck and Hopper / Grain.
Is FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC's authority currently active?
FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC been in business?
FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since August 2013, making their authority approximately 12 years, 11 months old.
Where is FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC located?
FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC is physically located at 4260 47TH ST, HOLLAND, MI 49423.
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Roadside Inspection History 10 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
FLAT TOP TRANSPORT LLC has been inspected 10 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MI, IN, WI. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average. The most frequently cited violation is 395.24 — 3 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-20 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-11-20 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-10-07 | WI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | — |
| 2025-09-16 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-09-02 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-08-11 | MN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 6 | — |
| 2025-03-26 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 4 | — |
| 2025-01-15 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-01-02 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-08-02 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 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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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (2)
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