Lynchburg Freight & Specialty LLC
Rustburg, VA
Profile data updated Sep 5, 2024 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
26
Power Units
28
Drivers
FMCSA since 2019 (7 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since April 2019. Based in Rustburg, VA, they operate a fleet of 26 power units with 26 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed and Dump Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Lynchburg Freight & Specialty LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 4 | 22 | 0 | 26 |
| Trailers | 230 | 0 | 0 | 230 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1,001-5,000 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Lynchburg Freight & Specialty LLC is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 26
MCS-150 Mileage: 1,400,824 miles (2022)
Driver Information
28
Total Drivers
26
CDL Drivers
3
Interstate Drivers
25
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC
6 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Dec 9, 2024.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Kenworth, Peterbilt, International. Equipment breakdown: 3 TRUCK TRACTOR, 3 SEMI-TRAILER. Out-of-service rate is 50% — more than 1 in 4 inspections finds park-it 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 |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (6 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 1 | 17% |
| Peterbilt | 1 | 17% |
| International | 1 | 17% |
| Fontaine T | 1 | 17% |
| Fona | 1 | 17% |
| Font | 1 | 17% |
License plates on file (6 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28981PZ | VA | KW TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Dec 2024 |
| BA547837 | WV | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| 44160PZ | VA | INTL TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Sep 2024 |
| 3033425 | ME | FONTAINE T SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| 694013TL | VA | FONA SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2024 |
| 2597726 | ME | FONT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2024 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: VA (3) · ME (2) · WV (1)
Recent active vehicles (6 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. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
5
Inspections
24 months
4
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+18.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2024 | VA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/16/2024 | WV | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/26/2024 | VA | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/28/2024 | VA | Full | 2 | 1 |
| 08/18/2024 | MD | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
No active insurance policies found on file for this carrier.
Check FMCSA Insurance Database →View Insurance History (3 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GRT03594A | 06/21/2023 | 09/03/2025 | CANCEL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | AI-100089-00 | 06/21/2021 | 06/21/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 343832001 | 06/21/2019 | 06/21/2021 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC is inferred to operate: Flatbed and Dump Truck.
Is LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC's authority currently active?
LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC been in business?
LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since April 2019, making their authority approximately 7 years, 2 months old.
Where is LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC located?
LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC is physically located at 7042 WARDS RD, RUSTBURG, VA 24588.
Roadside Inspection History 5 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
LYNCHBURG FREIGHT & SPECIALTY LLC has been inspected 5 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in VA, WV, MD. Out of these, 2 inspections (about 40%) 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 396.5B-L — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-09 | VA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-11-16 | WV | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-26 | VA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-28 | VA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-08-18 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | 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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