Purple Heart Transportation LLC
Gastonia, NC
Profile data updated Jul 16, 2025 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
1
Power Units
1
Drivers
Est. 2023 (3 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since January 2023. Based in GASTONIA, NC, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Purple Heart Transportation LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Trailers | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1 Truck
Authorized Cargo Types
Purple Heart Transportation LLC is authorized to transport the following 4 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
MCS-150 Mileage: 60,000 miles (2023)
Driver Information
1
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 21, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: GMC, Nationwide. Equipment breakdown: 1 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 STRAIGHT TRUCK. 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 (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GMC | 1 | 50% |
| Nationwide | 1 | 50% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
Recent active vehicles (2 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.
Dispatch Services in NC
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
1
Inspections
24 months
0
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2025 | TN | Full | 0 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CA968251724 | $750,000 | 04/03/2023 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Dump Truck and Box Truck.
Is PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC's authority currently active?
PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC been in business?
PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since January 2023, making their authority approximately 3 years, 5 months old.
Where is PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC is physically located at 6127 LEWIS RD, GASTONIA, NC 28052.
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Roadside Inspection History 1 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
PURPLE HEART TRANSPORTATION LLC has been inspected 1 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in TN. None of these inspections resulted in an out-of-service order, which is well above average.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-21 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (1)
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