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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 182878 · MC-314960 · Updated Aug 20, 2026
Newt Brown Contractor LLC
44 power unitsavg 10.7 yrRegional · 3 statesMINDEN, LA74/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-314960 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
44Power units
15 observed · MCS-150
10Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.7Avg age (yr)
2000–2025 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Aug 20, 2026
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Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$1M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo37.5%
▲ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal11
1 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.7 yr
Model years 2000–2025 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC (USDOT 182878) has a Vektor safety score of 74/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier holds active contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Aug 20, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. effective Apr 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Aug 20, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 37.5% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier received 24 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 16 vehicle-level and 24 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier has 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Aug 20, 2026.
It reports 44 power units and 32 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Mar 17, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Mar 31, 2025 in the federal record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC's USDOT number?
NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC's USDOT number is 182878, and its motor carrier number is MC-314960.
Is NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC authorized to operate?
As of Aug 20, 2026, NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC's safety record?
NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC has a 37.5% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 34 roadside inspections, with 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 74/100 (tier: review).
How big is NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC's fleet?
NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC operates 44 power units and 32 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC based?
NEWT BROWN CONTRACTOR LLC is based in MINDEN, LA, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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