Contract Freighters Inc
USDOT 70289 · MC-119399 · Joplin, Missouri · Interstate for-hire carrier · 50–99 power units
Contract Freighters Inc (dba Heartland Express Inc of Iowa) is a corporation based in Joplin, Missouri, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 91 power units and 27 drivers, which ranks it #106 by fleet size among 201 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Missouri. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 1,379 times – about 15.2 inspections per power unit. 29.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.7% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 20.5% and 3.3% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 68 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (43 injuries, 5 fatalities, 62 tow-away), or 74.7 per 100 power units versus 4.8 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, fresh produce, meat, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Contract Freighters Inc |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Heartland Express Inc of Iowa |
| USDOT number | 70289 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-119399 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 4701 E 32Nd Street, Joplin, MO 64804 |
| Phone | (417) 623-5229 |
| First registered | Jun 1, 1974 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Feb 19, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 70289.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 91 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.30 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 92,427,172 miles reported for 2025 – about 1,015,683 miles per power unit vs a 38,151 median for 50–99-unit fleets.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 27 CDL drivers; 27 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: 50–99-unit for-hire carriers nationally (5,500) and Missouri carriers with 50+ units (201).
| Measure | Contract Freighters Inc | Same size, US | MO average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 29.2% | 20.5% | 15.8% | 42% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 78% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 74.7 | 4.8 | 5.1 | 1470% higher than average |
| Inspections | 1,379 | 1,379 with a driver check, 662 with a vehicle check, 778 BASIC violations recorded, 7 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Feb 16, 2010) | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Contract Freighters Inc?
Contract Freighters Inc is registered with USDOT number 70289 and operating authority MC-119399.
How many trucks does Contract Freighters Inc have?
It reports 91 power units (91 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 0 trailers, with 27 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Feb 19, 2026).
Where is Contract Freighters Inc located?
Its registered physical address is in Joplin, Missouri 64804.
What is the out-of-service rate of Contract Freighters Inc?
Over 24 months, 29.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.7% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 20.5% vehicle, 3.3% 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.