R J Longboat & And Sons Equipment LLC
St Petersburg, FL
Profile data updated Apr 12, 2017 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Limited History
FMCSA data ↓
399,997
Power Units
2
Drivers
Est. 2017 (9 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since April 2017. Based in ST PETERSBURG, FL, They are classified as Both Interstate & Intrastate and operate interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, R J Longboat & And Sons Equipment LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 1 | 99,999 | 99,999 | 199,999 |
| Tractors | 0 | 99,999 | 99,999 | 199,998 |
| Trailers | 0 | 99,999 | 99,999 | 199,998 |
Authorized Cargo Types
R J Longboat & And Sons Equipment LLC is authorized to transport the following 3 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1
Driver Information
2
Total Drivers
1
CDL Drivers
1
Interstate Drivers
1
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 28, 2024.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Volvo, Chamberlin. Equipment breakdown: 1 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 1 SEMI-TRAILER. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (2 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo | 1 | 50% |
| Chamberlin | 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC is inferred to operate: Flatbed and Box Truck.
Is R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC's authority currently active?
R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC been in business?
R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since April 2017, making their authority approximately 9 years, 3 months old.
Where is R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC located?
R J LONGBOAT & AND SONS EQUIPMENT LLC is physically located at 680 SUNSET DR S, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33707-1137.
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