J & R Schugel Trucking Inc
USDOT 116455 · MC-125894, MC-116446 · New Ulm, Minnesota · Interstate for-hire carrier · 500–999 power units
J & R Schugel Trucking Inc (dba J & R Schugel) is a partnership based in New Ulm, Minnesota, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 759 power units and 644 drivers, which ranks it #7 by fleet size among 241 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Minnesota. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 1,201 times – about 1.6 inspections per power unit. 25.6% of vehicle inspections and 1.0% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 17.8% and 1.4% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 58 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (29 injuries, 1 fatality, 58 tow-away), or 7.6 per 100 power units versus 4.2 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, metal: sheets, coils, rolls, logs, poles, beams, lumber, building materials, machinery, large objects, fresh produce, meat, commodities dry bulk and more.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | J & R Schugel Trucking Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | J & R Schugel |
| USDOT number | 116455 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-125894, MC-116446 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Partnership |
| Physical address | 2026 N Broadway St, New Ulm, MN 56073 |
| Phone | (507) 550-3032 |
| First registered | Jun 1, 1974 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Dec 29, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 116455.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 335 | 424 | 0 |
| Trailers | 1,739 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.85 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 2.3 trailers per tractor – a drop-and-hook style trailer pool.
- 71,287,464 miles reported for 2024 – about 93,923 miles per power unit vs a 40,696 median for 500–999-unit fleets.
- 83% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 644 CDL drivers; 631 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 0 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 500–999-unit for-hire carriers nationally (334) and Minnesota carriers with 50+ units (241).
| Measure | J & R Schugel Trucking Inc | Same size, US | MN average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 25.6% | 17.8% | 19.6% | 43% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 1.0% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 27% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 7.6 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 81% higher than average |
| Inspections | 1,201 | 1,200 with a driver check, 571 with a vehicle check, 635 BASIC violations recorded, 3 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Jul 26, 2011) | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of J & R Schugel Trucking Inc?
J & R Schugel Trucking Inc is registered with USDOT number 116455 and operating authority MC-125894, MC-116446.
How many trucks does J & R Schugel Trucking Inc have?
It reports 759 power units (759 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 1,739 trailers, with 644 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Dec 29, 2025).
Where is J & R Schugel Trucking Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in New Ulm, Minnesota 56073.
What is the out-of-service rate of J & R Schugel Trucking Inc?
Over 24 months, 25.6% of vehicle inspections and 1.0% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 17.8% vehicle, 1.4% driver).
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Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.