Hardpack Distributors INC
East Dorset, VT
Profile data updated Jul 24, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
3
Power Units
2
Drivers
FMCSA since 2005 (20 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since September 2005. Based in East Dorset, VT, they operate a fleet of 3 power units. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Car Hauler, Box Truck, Dry Van and Hotshot.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Hardpack Distributors INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Hardpack Distributors INC is authorized to transport the following 4 cargo types:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 40,000 miles (2023)
Driver Information
2
Total Drivers
2
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC
1 truck identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 16, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
This fleet runs primarily Hino equipment. 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 | 1 | 100% |
Vehicle makes (1 brand on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hino | 1 | 100% |
License plates on file (1 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 302A834 | VT | Hino STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Mar 2026 |
Recent active vehicles (1 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
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
3
Inspections
24 months
11
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+27.2%)
✓ Better than national average (-22.8%)
Out-of-service rates follow FMCSA's definition: the share of relevant roadside inspections in which at least one out-of-service order was issued. Vehicle rates use level 1, 2 and 5 inspections; driver rates use level 1, 2, 3 and 6. National averages are computed from the same FMCSA inspection data.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2026 | VT | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 03/16/2026 | CT | Walk-Around | 3 | ✓ |
| 07/24/2025 | NJ | Full | 7 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
A single inspection can produce more than one out-of-service order, so this is a count of orders, not a rate. See the FMCSA vehicle and driver out-of-service rates in Safety Performance above.
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Filed — amount not reported
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO.
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 91X | EBA 012 86 87 | $750,000 | 11/04/2014 |
| Cargo | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 34 | ENP 012 86 87 | — | 11/04/2014 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC is inferred to operate: Car Hauler, Box Truck, Dry Van and Hotshot.
Is HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC's authority currently active?
HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC been in business?
HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since September 2005, making their authority approximately 20 years, 10 months old.
Where is HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC located?
HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC is physically located at 1 TENNIS WAY, EAST DORSET, VT 05253.
Roadside Inspection History 3 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
HARDPACK DISTRIBUTORS INC has been inspected 3 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in NJ, CT, VT. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 33%) 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-SLLEWG1 — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | VT | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-03-16 | CT | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | — |
| 2025-07-24 | NJ | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 7 | OOS · 1 |
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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