BUTLER TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: BUTLER TRANSPORT
USDOT
324877
MC Number
212216
Fleet Size
304
Total Drivers
308
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in KANSAS CITY, Kansas, operating 304 power units with 308 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 1.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 29 crashes on file (2 fatal, 9 with injuries). FMCSA records show 625 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 Kansas is 10.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.1% across 18,175 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
625
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jul 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
29
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BUTLER TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
Yes. BUTLER TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #324877) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is BUTLER TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC has 625 inspections on file and 29 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 BUTLER TRANSPORT INC operate?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC operates 304 power units with 308 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does BUTLER TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BUTLER TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BUTLER TRANSPORT INC located?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC is based in KANSAS CITY, Kansas at 347 NORTH JAMES STREET, 66118. Phone: (913) 321-0047.
What are BUTLER TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 20.3% (national average: 20.72%).