ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
82866
MC Number
29910
Fleet Size
4604
Total Drivers
6667
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
ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in FORT SMITH, Arkansas, operating 4604 power units with 6667 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 346 crashes on file (5 fatal, 116 with injuries). FMCSA records show 2480 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 Arkansas is 10.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 33.3% across 10,330 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
2480
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Self-Insured — eff. Jan 10, 2010
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
LM Insurance Corporation — eff. Oct 1, 2025
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
346
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC (USDOT #82866) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's safety record?
ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC has 2480 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 346 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 ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC operate?
ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC operates 4604 power units with 6667 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC located?
ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is based in FORT SMITH, Arkansas at 3801 OLD GREENWOOD RD, 72903-5937. Phone: (800) 755-6486.
What are ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's out-of-service rates?
ABF FREIGHT SYSTEM INC'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 11.6%, 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.