ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3165870
MC Number
114470
Fleet Size
28
Total Drivers
28
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in ALSIP, Illinois, operating 28 power units with 28 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. They have 4 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 98 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
98
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 12, 2022
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
Yes. ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT #3165870) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC has 98 inspections on file and 4 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 ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC operates 28 power units with 28 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC located?
ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC is based in ALSIP, Illinois at 12161 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE ST 209, 60803. Phone: (773) 598-7171.
What are ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC's out-of-service rates?
ARGO TRANSPORTATION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 17.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.