--- title: "DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC | DOT 273301 | Carrier Profile" url: https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/oh/273301/dayton-freight-lines-inc description: "DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC is a interstate carrier based in DAYTON, OH. Fleet size: 2278 power units, 2650 drivers. DOT# 273301, MC# 189528." lang: en --- Active Interstate # DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC Risk score · full evidence · 72-hour access · No account required DOT # 273301 MC # 189528 Location DAYTON, OH Power Units 2,278 Drivers 2,650 Trailers 1,000 Annual Miles In full report Entity Type CORPORATION MCS-150 Date Jan 23, 2026 ## Risk Signals — DAYTON FREIGHT LINES 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 34 fleet VINs 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) 164 Vehicle OOS Rate 4.3% 7 of 164 National avg ~21% Driver OOS Rate 0.6% 1 of 164 National avg ~5% OOS Inspections 8 Driver + Vehicle OOS Most recent Sep 10, 2026 · MI Clean rate (90d) 70% Every inspection with date, location, level, violations found, and out-of-service results. ## Crash Summary Total Crashes 1,279 All time Fatalities 33 Injuries 565 Tow-Away 1,211 ## Counterparty Reports Email-verified, moderated transaction reports from brokers, shippers, and carriers who worked with DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC. No verified counterparty reports yet Worked a load with DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC? Be the first to report how it went. ## About DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC Dayton Freight Lines, Inc. is a leading provider of regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, headquartered in Dayton, Ohio. The company focuses on providing efficient and reliable shipping options across the Midwest, with a variety of services including truckload, expedited, and guaranteed services. They offer IT integration and special equipment solutions to ensure superior freight visibility and delivery satisfaction. Dayton Freight is known for its commitment to quality, safety, sustainability, and customer service, as highlighted by their recognition as Regional LTL Carrier of the Year by DHL. They aim to deliver value today while driving standards for the future within the logistics industry. #### Key Features Regional less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services Truckload services Expedited services Guaranteed services IT Integration Special services ### Service Regions Active in 21 states Top states: IL MO OH IN TN 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(40 years) Contract Authority Holds Active Authority(40.5 years) Broker Authority No Authority ### Insurance & Coverage BIPD, cargo, and excess liability coverage amounts, policy history, and insurer names. ## Contact Information Physical Address 6450 POE AVE SUITE 311 DAYTON, OH 45414 ## Cargo & Operations Cargo Carried General Freight Household Metal Sheet Log Pole Building Materials Liquid Gas Oil Grainfeed Chemicals Beverages Paper Products Utilities Farm Supplies Construction ### Violations by Category 621 total Most common category Vehicle Maintenance · 18% of violations across 9 categories Full violation breakdown by category, out-of-service rates, and historical trends over time. ### Fleet Analytics 1,000 trucks Top manufacturers KENWORTH INTERNATIONAL FREIGHTLINER Sample units 2XKBD59X5CM3XXXXX 2012 KENWORTH T440 1XKYD49X1SJ1XXXXX 2025 KENWORTH T680 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": "DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC", "url": "https://runalphaloops.com/carrier/oh/273301/dayton-freight-lines-inc", "areaServed": [ { "@type": "State", "name": "IL" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "MO" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "OH" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "IN" }, { "@type": "State", "name": "TN" } ], "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "6450 POE AVE SUITE 311", "addressLocality": "DAYTON", "addressRegion": "OH", "postalCode": "45414", "addressCountry": "US" }, "identifier": [ { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "DOT Number", "value": "273301" }, { "@type": "PropertyValue", "name": "MC Number", "value": "189528" } ], "numberOfEmployees": { "@type": "QuantitativeValue", "value": 2650 } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC's DOT number?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC's USDOT number is 273301. 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