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Carrier profile · USDOT 369385 · MC-223446 · Updated Aug 20, 2026
Katana Inc
30 power unitsavg 9.3 yrRegional · 6 statesINDIANOLA, IA84/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-223446 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
30Power units
11 observed · MCS-150
12Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
9.3Avg age (yr)
2008–2022 · vPIC
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Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 37 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1989.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 35 inspections.
USDOT registration3636 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$750K in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo0.0%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal22
2 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
9.3 yr
Model years 2008–2022 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
36 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1989 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
KATANA INC (USDOT 369385) has a Vektor safety score of 84/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Aug 20, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jun 1, 2023 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Aug 20, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 0.0% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier received 18 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 4 vehicle-level and 18 driver-level — across 6 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
The carrier has 2 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Aug 20, 2026.
It reports 30 power units and 30 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 14, 2024.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Sep 14, 2016 in the federal record refreshed Aug 20, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is KATANA INC's USDOT number?
KATANA INC's USDOT number is 369385, and its motor carrier number is MC-223446.
Is KATANA INC authorized to operate?
As of Aug 20, 2026, KATANA INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is KATANA INC's safety record?
KATANA INC has a 0.0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 35 roadside inspections, with 2 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 84/100 (tier: review).
How big is KATANA INC's fleet?
KATANA INC operates 30 power units and 30 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is KATANA INC based?
KATANA INC is based in INDIANOLA, IA, with roadside inspections recorded across 6 states.
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