BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC

AUTHORIZED
360 HIGHWAY 12 NORTH, STEINBACH, MB, R5G 1A6|(204) 326-3434

USDOT

21479

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

181

Total Drivers

175

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in STEINBACH, MB, operating 181 power units with 175 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 5 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 221 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
81%
HOS / Fatigue
85%
👤Driver Fitness
14%
Controlled Substances
16%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
73%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate14.2%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in MB is 1.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 23.3% across 840 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
Yes
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

221

Total

66%

Driver %

Driver Inspections221
Vehicle Inspections113
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate14.2%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Feb 3, 2026

$3,500,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA — eff. Jan 11, 2019

On fileACTIVE

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

5

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes5

Frequently asked questions

Is BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC authorized to operate?

Yes. BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC (USDOT #21479) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC's safety record?

BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC operate?

BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC operates 181 power units with 175 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC transport hazardous materials?

Yes. BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC located?

BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC is based in STEINBACH, MB at 360 HIGHWAY 12 NORTH, R5G 1A6. Phone: (204) 326-3434.

What are BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC's out-of-service rates?

BIG FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 14.2% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.