HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
546605
MC Number
271030
Fleet Size
33
Total Drivers
29
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in EFFINGHAM, Illinois, operating 33 power units with 29 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 1.4% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 69 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
69
Total
81%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Dec 1, 2022
Cargo
ATHENA ASSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 13, 1996
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?
Yes. HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #546605) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC's safety record?
HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC has 69 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC operate?
HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC operates 33 power units with 29 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC located?
HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC is based in EFFINGHAM, Illinois at 304 W AIRPORT RD, 62401-6075. Phone: (217) 342-4942.
What are HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?
HETZELS OVERLAND TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.4%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 6.3% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.