BUTLER TRANSPORT INC
DBA: BUTLER TRANSPORT
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BUTLER TRANSPORT INC (USDOT 324877) is a KANSAS CITY, Kansas-based motor carrier with 38+ years of FMCSA-registered operations. Their fleet consists of 304 commercial vehicles staffed by 308 drivers. Their vehicle out-of-service rate of 0.0% is below the national average of 20.7%, suggesting relatively well-maintained equipment. Our composite safety score rates this carrier at 55/100, indicating a mixed safety profile that warrants closer review.
304
Power Units
308
Drivers
324877
USDOT #
55/100
Safety Score
Company Details
- Legal Name
- BUTLER TRANSPORT INC
- USDOT Number
- 324877
- Entity Type
- CARRIER
- Address
- 347 NORTH JAMES STREET
KANSAS CITY, KS 66118 - Phone
- (913) 321-0047
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Last MCS-150 Update
- January 21, 2026
Inspection Record
| Type | Total | OOS | Rate | Nat'l Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | 20.7% |
| Driver | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Hazmat | 0 | 0 | 0.0% | 4.5% |
Crash History
2
Fatal
9
Injury
29
Towaway
30
Total
Insurance
Insurer: CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY
- BIPD Liability
- $1.0M(req: $750K)OK
- Cargo
- N/A
- Bond/Surety
- N/A
BASICs Safety Scores
Unsafe Driving1.79%
Crash IndicatorN/A
HOS Compliance0.1%
Vehicle Maintenance3.93%
Controlled Substances0%
Hazmat ComplianceN/A
Driver Fitness0.11%
Higher percentile = worse safety performance. Scores above 75% may trigger FMCSA intervention.
Location
347 NORTH JAMES STREET, KANSAS CITY, KS 66118
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is BUTLER TRANSPORT INC's USDOT number?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC's USDOT number is 324877. The company is based in KANSAS CITY, Kansas.
Is BUTLER TRANSPORT INC a safe trucking company?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC has not received a formal safety rating from FMCSA. The company has had 1 vehicle inspections with a 0.0% out-of-service rate (national average: 20.7%). They have 30 reportable crashes on record.
How many trucks does BUTLER TRANSPORT INC have?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC operates 304 power units (trucks/commercial vehicles) and employs 308 drivers, according to their latest FMCSA filing.
Does BUTLER TRANSPORT INC have adequate insurance?
BUTLER TRANSPORT INC has $1.0M in BIPD liability insurance on file (meets the required $750K). Insured by CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY.
Source: FMCSA Safety and Fitness Electronic Records (SAFER) System