Shorthorn LLC
USDOT 3856749 · MC-1407566 · Wauwatosa, Wisconsin · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Shorthorn LLC (dba Shorthorn Cargo) is a company based in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 110 power units and 130 drivers, which ranks it #96 by fleet size among 267 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Wisconsin. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 329 times – about 3.0 inspections per power unit. 27.2% of vehicle inspections and 3.3% 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 22 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (6 injuries, 0 fatalities, 21 tow-away), or 20.0 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.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Shorthorn LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Shorthorn Cargo |
| USDOT number | 3856749 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-1407566 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 10721 W Capitol Dr Suite 105, Wauwatosa, WI 53222 |
| Phone | (414) 666-0480 |
| First registered | Apr 4, 2022 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Oct 13, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 3856749.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 7 | 103 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 56 | 0 |
- 1.18 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 0.5 trailers per tractor.
- 10,358,482 miles reported for 2024 – about 94,168 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 4% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 130 CDL drivers; 130 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 Wisconsin carriers with 50+ units (267).
| Measure | Shorthorn LLC | Same size, US | WI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 27.2% | 18.8% | 17.1% | 44% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 3.3% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 28% higher than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 20.0 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 346% higher than average |
| Inspections | 329 | 329 with a driver check, 147 with a vehicle check, 225 BASIC violations recorded, 2 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Not rated – most carriers have never had a compliance review; this is not a negative finding. | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Shorthorn LLC?
Shorthorn LLC is registered with USDOT number 3856749 and operating authority MC-1407566.
How many trucks does Shorthorn LLC have?
It reports 110 power units (110 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 56 trailers, with 130 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Oct 13, 2026).
Where is Shorthorn LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53222.
What is the out-of-service rate of Shorthorn LLC?
Over 24 months, 27.2% of vehicle inspections and 3.3% 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.