--- title: "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC | DOT 278700 | Carrier Profile" url: https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/mt/278700/big-sky-trucking-inc description: "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC is a interstate carrier based in HELENA, MT. Fleet size: 14 power units, 15 drivers. DOT# 278700, MC# 161291." lang: en --- Active Interstate # BIG SKY TRUCKING INC Risk score · full evidence · 72-hour access · No account required DOT # 278700 MC # 161291 Location HELENA, MT Phone 4064430200 Power Units 14 Drivers 15 Trailers 20 Annual Miles In full report Entity Type CORPORATION MCS-150 Date Aug 3, 2026 ## Risk Signals — BIG SKY TRUCKING INC Scanning active / 10 CLEAR Full risk analysis — historical patterns, fraud connections, financial signals — runs when you… Authority for sale No active listings detected… CLEAR Equipment for sale 1 fleet VIN listed — routine for fleet size… LOW Financial risk Analyzed in the full report… LOCKED Fraud signals Connection analysis in the full report… LOCKED Historical patterns Pattern analysis runs when you unlock the report… LOCKED Recent activity No adverse news in 90 days… CLEAR Unlock the full vetting report Get the exact risk score, full analysis, and the specific evidence + sources behind every signal. One-time · no account required ## Inspection Summary Recent Inspections (90 Days) 5 Vehicle OOS Rate 20% 1 of 5 National avg ~21% Driver OOS Rate 0% 0 of 5 National avg ~5% OOS Inspections 1 Driver + Vehicle OOS Most recent Aug 11, 2026 · NM Clean rate (90d) 65% Every inspection with date, location, level, violations found, and out-of-service results. ## Crash Summary Total Crashes 15 All time Fatalities 0 Injuries 2 Tow-Away 15 ## Counterparty Reports Email-verified, moderated transaction reports from brokers, shippers, and carriers who worked with BIG SKY TRUCKING INC. No verified counterparty reports yet Worked a load with BIG SKY TRUCKING INC? Be the first to report how it went. ## About BIG SKY TRUCKING INC BIG SKY TRUCKING INC, based in Helena, MT, operates a fleet of 9 power units and 20 trailers, employing 7 drivers to facilitate its interstate transportation services. The company specializes in the movement of general freight, including metal sheets, building materials, cold food, beverages, and paper products. BIG SKY TRUCKING holds active common and contract operating authorities, enabling it to provide reliable logistics solutions across various cargo types. ### Related Companies 3 found Who this carrier is linked to and how — shared officers, common addresses, and entities under the same ownership. ### Service Regions Active in 25 states Top states: SD MT MN ND NM Full state-by-state operating volumes, inspection locations, and lane coverage analysis. ### CSA Safety Scores 5 BASICs 5 BASICs measured Percentile rankings pending FMCSA publication — raw measures + violations available in the report. Full BASIC percentiles, measure scores, BASIC + roadside alerts, and Acute Carrier flags from the latest FMCSA SMS snapshot. ## Operating Authority Common Authority Holds Active Authority(43.9 years) Contract Authority Holds Active Authority(35.6 years) Broker Authority No Authority ### Insurance & Coverage BIPD, cargo, and excess liability coverage amounts, policy history, and insurer names. ## Contact Information 4064430200 Physical Address 3178 E LYNDALE AVE HELENA, MT 59601 ## Cargo & Operations Cargo Carried General Freight Metal Sheet Cold Food Beverages Paper Products Construction ### Violations by Category 51 total Most common category Vehicle Maintenance · 31% of violations across 3 categories Full violation breakdown by category, out-of-service rates, and historical trends over time. ### Fleet Analytics 15 trucks Top manufacturers PETERBILT KENWORTH FREIGHTLINER Sample units 1NPXD49X4GD3XXXXX 2016 PETERBILT 389 1XPHD49X0AD1XXXXX 2010 PETERBILT 386 Full manufacturer, model, and model-year breakdown plus the VIN-level fleet roster. 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See AlphaLoops for Brokers: https://runalphaloops.com/lp/broker-vetting Free trial · no credit card upfront Covers every U.S. carrier Risk score · evidence · 72h access ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LocalBusiness", "name": "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC", "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/mt/278700/big-sky-trucking-inc", "areaServed": [ { "@type": "State", "name": "SD" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "MT" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "MN" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "ND" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "NM" } ], "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3178 E LYNDALE AVE", "addressLocality": "HELENA", "addressRegion": "MT", "postalCode": "59601", "addressCountry": "US" }, "telephone": "4064430200", "identifier": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "DOT Number", "value": "278700" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "MC Number", "value": "161291" } ], "numberOfEmployees": { "@type": "QuantitativeValue", "value": 15 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is BIG SKY TRUCKING INC's DOT number?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC's USDOT number is 278700. Their motor carrier number (MC#) is 161291. These numbers are assigned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where is BIG SKY TRUCKING INC located?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC is based in HELENA, MT 59601. They can be reached at 4064430200." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How large is BIG SKY TRUCKING INC's fleet?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC operates 14 power units with 15 drivers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is BIG SKY TRUCKING INC currently active?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "BIG SKY TRUCKING INC's USDOT registration is currently listed as active." } } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "AlphaLoops", "alternateName": [ "AlphaLoops.com", "Run AlphaLoop" ], "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/" } ] ```