PENN TANK LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
264473
MC Number
290005
Fleet Size
441
Total Drivers
450
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
PENN TANK LINES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in CHESTER SPRINGS, Pennsylvania, operating 441 power units with 450 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 1.1% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 32 crashes on file (14 with injuries). FMCSA records show 616 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 Pennsylvania is 10.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 77,258 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
Inspections
616
Total
52%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Jul 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
32
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PENN TANK LINES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. PENN TANK LINES INC (USDOT #264473) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PENN TANK LINES INC's safety record?
PENN TANK LINES INC has 616 inspections on file and 32 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 PENN TANK LINES INC operate?
PENN TANK LINES INC operates 441 power units with 450 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does PENN TANK LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. PENN TANK LINES INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is PENN TANK LINES INC located?
PENN TANK LINES INC is based in CHESTER SPRINGS, Pennsylvania at 300 LIONVILLE STATION ROAD, 19425. Phone: (800) 537-3102.
What are PENN TANK LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
PENN TANK LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 9.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.