Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd
USDOT 265725 · MC-213495 · Ankeny, Iowa · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd (dba Pdi) is a corporation based in Ankeny, Iowa, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 175 power units and 187 drivers, which ranks it #38 by fleet size among 165 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Iowa. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 142 times – about 0.8 inspections per power unit. 37.5% of vehicle inspections and 0.0% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.8% and 2.6% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 6 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (1 injury, 0 fatalities, 6 tow-away), or 3.4 per 100 power units versus 4.5 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, meat, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Pdi |
| USDOT number | 265725 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-213495 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 2741 Se Pdi Pl, Ankeny, IA 50021 |
| Phone | (515) 965-6300 |
| First registered | Oct 24, 1985 |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 7, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 265725.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 118 | 57 | 0 |
| Trailers | 336 | 0 | 0 |
- 1.07 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.9 trailers per tractor.
- 13,428,301 miles reported for 2025 – about 76,733 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 89% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 187 CDL drivers; 187 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: 100–249-unit for-hire carriers nationally (2,611) and Iowa carriers with 50+ units (165).
| Measure | Perishable Distributors of I | Same size, US | IA average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 37.5% | 18.8% | 19.3% | 99% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.0% | 2.6% | 1.3% | none recorded |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 3.4 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 24% lower than average |
| Inspections | 142 | 142 with a driver check, 56 with a vehicle check, 68 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Apr 10, 1987) | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd?
Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd is registered with USDOT number 265725 and operating authority MC-213495.
How many trucks does Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd have?
It reports 175 power units (175 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 336 trailers, with 187 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (May 7, 2026).
Where is Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd located?
Its registered physical address is in Ankeny, Iowa 50021.
What is the out-of-service rate of Perishable Distributors of Iowa Ltd?
Over 24 months, 37.5% of vehicle inspections and 0.0% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.8% vehicle, 2.6% driver).
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.