Z Line LTD
30
Power Units
27
Drivers
Est. 1974 (51 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
Z LINE LTD is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 1974. Based in TAMA, IA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed and Hopper / Grain.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and fleet composition data, Z Line LTD appears to operate the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 30 | 0 | 0 | 30 |
| Trailers | 75 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
Fleet Size Classification: 5,001+ Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Z Line LTD is authorized to transport the following 10 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 27
MCS-150 Mileage: 1,478,000 miles (2024)
Driver Information
27
Total Drivers
27
CDL Drivers
27
Interstate Drivers
Dispatch Services in IA
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
32
Inspections
24 months
15
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.0%)
✓ Better than national average (-12.1%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 | IA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/30/2026 | IL | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/03/2025 | FL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/25/2025 | WY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/05/2025 | ID | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/19/2025 | MO | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/14/2025 | MT | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/11/2025 | MN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/19/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/17/2025 | AR | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/17/2025 | IA | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/14/2025 | IA | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/11/2025 | UT | Full | 2 | 1 |
| 03/26/2025 | AZ | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 32 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | CA-Z49303 | $750,000 | 07/01/2017 |
View Insurance History (15 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | SA1123332 | 07/11/1995 | 12/19/2005 | CANCEL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP2078360696 | 06/30/1996 | 10/24/1996 | CANCEL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | SPF145260696 | 06/30/1996 | 10/22/1996 | CANCEL | |
| AMERICAN BONDING COMPANY | 9348126 | 08/18/1993 | 09/02/1994 | CANCEL | |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9QU50 | 06/30/1997 | 08/18/2007 | CANCEL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP97653A | 07/01/2012 | 08/04/2016 | TERM/CANCL | |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2321730C | 08/18/2007 | 08/02/2012 | TERM/CANCL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF021566 | 10/28/1994 | 07/12/1996 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z49217 | 07/01/2016 | 07/01/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP97653A | 07/01/2012 | 07/01/2016 | TERM/REPL | |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2321730C | 08/18/2007 | 07/01/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP2078360696 | 10/24/1996 | 06/30/1997 | CANCEL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | SPF145260696 | 10/22/1996 | 06/30/1997 | CANCEL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF021566 | 10/28/1994 | 06/30/1996 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN BONDING COMPANY | 9348126 | 08/18/1994 | 05/10/1995 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
1
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does Z LINE LTD operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, Z LINE LTD is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed and Hopper / Grain.
Is Z LINE LTD's authority currently active?
Z LINE LTD currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has Z LINE LTD been in business?
Z LINE LTD has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1974, making their authority approximately 51 years, 10 months old.
Where is Z LINE LTD located?
Z LINE LTD is physically located at 2095 BUSINESS HIGHWAY 30, TAMA, IA 52339.
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