VIN 3HSHXSNR4GN268978 — 2016 International (INTL) RF027
Recorded with Am Express · USDOT 4472637
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3HSHXSNR4GN268978 |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Make | International (INTL) |
| Model | RF027 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plates | TX 1M74765 (Texas) IN 2752985 (Indiana) |
| Inspection window | 2024-10-30 to 2025-11-10 |
Recorded vehicle, plate and carrier history
These are dated observations in the records available to us. They do not establish ownership, a sale, a transfer date, or continuous use between observations. The latest observation may not describe today’s vehicle or carrier.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-10 | 3HSHXSNR4GN268978 | TX 1M74765 | AM EXPRESS · USDOT 4472637 |
| 2025-09-30 | 3HSHXSNR4GN268978 | TX 1M74765 | PASADENA SKID AND PALLET INC · USDOT 2058073 |
| 2025-06-23 | 3HSHXSNR4GN268978 | IN 2752985 | UNFI TRANSPORT LLC · USDOT 179097 |
| 2024-10-30 | 3HSHXSNR4GN268978 | TX 1M74765 | NATIONAL DRAYAGE SERVICES (DE) LLC · USDOT 1747093 |
Evidence: FMCSA inspection observations and retained snapshots of our vehicle records. Coverage is incomplete; an unreported change cannot be dated from these records.
Most recently recorded carrier for this vehicle
Am Express Active
- USDOT
- 4472637
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Power units
- 4
- Drivers
- 8
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 2
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 100%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-11-10). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
View full carrier profile →Authority, insurance & bonds, safety scores, crash history, inspections and the full fleet list.This vehicle has also been operated by 3 other carriers (listed below).
What this means
3HSHXSNR4GN268978 is a 2016 International RF027 operated by Am Express (USDOT 4472637). License plates on its inspection records: TX 1M74765, IN 2752985. 5 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 5 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2016 International RF027 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3HSHXSNR4GN268978. It is a truck-tractor built by INTERNATIONAL MOTORS, LLC. Powertrain: N13 engine, 12.4L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)) places it in Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 5 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-10-30 and 2025-11-10. Its records show 5 out-of-service violations across 5 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 5 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2025-11-10) was in Louisiana, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 20 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (20). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
This VIN appears under 4 different carriers in our records, oldest first: National Drayage Services (De) Llc (USDOT 1747093) on 2024-10-30 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service; Unfi Transport Llc (USDOT 179097) on 2025-06-23 — 1 inspection, none out of service; Pasadena Skid And Pallet Inc (USDOT 2058073) on 2025-09-30 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service; Am Express (USDOT 4472637) from 2025-10-22 to 2025-11-10 — 2 inspections, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | INTERNATIONAL |
| Model | RF027 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Series | TranStar 8600 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier |
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL MOTORS, LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant State | ESCOBEDO |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | N13 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Displacement L | 12.4 Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads. |
| Fuel Type Primary | Diesel Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range. |
| Brake System Type | Air Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 20 | ⚠ High |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator history — 4 carriers operated this VIN
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