PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
53276
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
152
Total Drivers
154
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED is a large interstate motor carrier based in PANAMA, Iowa, operating 152 power units with 154 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 0.9% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 5 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 108 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 Iowa is 7.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 26,539 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
108
Total
74%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Arch Insurance Company — eff. May 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
5
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED (USDOT #53276) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED's safety record?
PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED has 108 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 5 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 PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED operate?
PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED operates 152 power units with 154 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED transport hazardous materials?
Yes. PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED located?
PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED is based in PANAMA, Iowa at 600 LASALLE AVE, 51562. Phone: (800) 489-2088.
What are PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED's out-of-service rates?
PANAMA TRANSFER INCORPORATED's driver out-of-service rate is 0.9%, 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 10.5%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.