SUPERIOR CRANES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
732140
MC Number
594992
Fleet Size
253
Total Drivers
201
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
SUPERIOR CRANES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in ROCKINGHAM, North Carolina, operating 253 power units with 201 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 16 crashes on file (9 with injuries). FMCSA records show 190 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 North Carolina is 12.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 50,491 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
190
Total
73%
Driver %
Crash history
16
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SUPERIOR CRANES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SUPERIOR CRANES INC (USDOT #732140) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SUPERIOR CRANES INC's safety record?
SUPERIOR CRANES INC has 4 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does SUPERIOR CRANES INC operate?
SUPERIOR CRANES INC operates 253 power units with 201 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SUPERIOR CRANES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SUPERIOR CRANES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SUPERIOR CRANES INC located?
SUPERIOR CRANES INC is based in ROCKINGHAM, North Carolina at 405 US HWY 74 W, 28379. Phone: (910) 817-2711.
What are SUPERIOR CRANES INC's out-of-service rates?
SUPERIOR CRANES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 4.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 17.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.