LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: LANTER DISTRIBUTION
USDOT
2286133
MC Number
515096
Fleet Size
77
Total Drivers
75
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MADISON, Illinois, operating 77 power units with 75 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 10 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 117 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.0% across 49,579 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
117
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. May 1, 2019
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
10
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC (USDOT #2286133) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC's safety record?
LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC has 117 inspections on file and 10 crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC operate?
LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC operates 77 power units with 75 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC located?
LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC is based in MADISON, Illinois at 600 MADISON AVE, 62060. Phone: (618) 452-7100.
What are LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC's out-of-service rates?
LANTER DISTRIBUTING LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 43.6% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.