BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2917532
MC Number
983305
Fleet Size
141
Total Drivers
142
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 20, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, operating 141 power units with 142 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 1.2% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 162 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 Massachusetts is 15.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.8% across 39,504 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
162
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC (USDOT #2917532) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's safety record?
BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC has 162 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 9 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC operates 141 power units with 142 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is based in SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts at 237 ALBANY ST, 01105. Phone: (413) 736-9611.
What are BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's out-of-service rates?
BROWN BEAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.2%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 21.1%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.