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ARMEN TRANSPORTATION LLC
Elizabeth, NJ
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Review recommended
Filed Coverage Below the Amount on Record
The authority record requires $1,000,000 of liability coverage, and the largest filing on record is $750,000. Excess layers are filed separately and may not be visible here — confirm with the insurer before treating this as a shortfall.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 2796802 · MC 933701
No Safety Rating
Active 9 yrs, 4 mo · first granted 2015
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-933701 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Ms Transverse Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
40.9% OOS · 35 inspections on record
Flags · 2
Filed Coverage Below the Amount on Record
The authority record requires $1,000,000 of liability coverage, and the largest filing on record is $750,000. Excess layers are filed separately and may not be visible here — confirm with the insurer before treating this as a shortfall.
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
40.9% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 84% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 9 yrs, 4 mo since reinstatement on June 9, 2017; first granted October 6, 2015 (11 yrs ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 47.4% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 35 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC933701
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $1,000,000 required
Insurance on File
MS Transverse Specialty Insurance Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy TS TS CA0000114 02
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
2796802
MC Number
MC-933701
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 24, 2026
FMCSA Registration
September 4, 2015
Authority First Granted
October 6, 2015
Authority Reinstated
June 9, 2017
Annual Mileage
760,719 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
201 Bay Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201-4904
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Kenneth Armendinger
Officer 2
Maria Rojas
Cargo Types
General FreightMetal/Sheet SteelLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsLiquids/GasesIntermodalRefrigerated FoodBeveragesConstruction MaterialsChemicalsMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
35
Driver Inspections
14
Vehicle Inspections
26
Out-of-Service Violations
26
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance63
Unsafe Driving5
Hours of Service1
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate47.4% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (26.7pp higher)
40.9% of 22 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
84th percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
13 of 19 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 24 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 24 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 24 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 24 inspections
Crash History (1)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
1
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 16, 2025 | CA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
NY12
NJ5
CA3
CT3
MD3
MA2
and 1 more state
Fleet & Equipment (36)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~16
of 24 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~20
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
13
Container Chassis
11
Intermodal Chassis
5
Dry Van
3
Not Applicable
2
Incomplete Chassis
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Freightliner CST120 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJBBCK66LW54413 | 4 | — |
| 2018 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW07Y9JM086174 | 4 | 2 |
| 2024 International MV607 | Truck · Class 6 | 1HTEUMML5RS513903 | 3 | 1 |
| 2016 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW02YXGM056701 | 2 | 2 |
| 2017 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW09Y7HM077576 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR8RN709692 | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH5DN130725 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Cheetah Chassis | Incomplete Chassis · 45 ft | 5EF2GC458PB804692 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 Hercules Enterprises Llc. | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 5K8CG402XNH011490 | 2 | 2 |
| Cimc | Intermodal Chassis | LJRC41263LT015435 | 2 | 1 |
Show all 36 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Freightliner CST120 | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 1FUJBBCKXADAG5673 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06236K283829 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06256G337666 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Mack Anthem | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AN4GY1KM004885 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Mack Anthem | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AN4GY8MM019855 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Pratt Industries | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 1P9CC4025PN343418 | 1 | — |
| 2003 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 41 ft | 3H3C412S53T139086 | 1 | 1 |
| 2009 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 45 ft | 3H3C452S69T252478 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C4MT275401 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 International LF687 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDJAPRXFN566926 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 International RH61F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDWSZR9SN475032 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 International RH613 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDWTZR7PN378991 | 1 | — |
| 2024 International LT62F | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR2RN090619 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR9RN090620 | 1 | — |
| 2022 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPRXNN651465 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Cimc | Container Chassis · 45 ft | 57VAA4528P2000779 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Hercules Enterprises Llc. | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 5K8CG4022LH004448 | 1 | — |
| Hercules E | Intermodal Chassis | 5K8CG4024NH009166 | 1 | 1 |
| Hercules | Intermodal Chassis | 5K8CG4026NH009170 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Hercules Enterprises Llc. | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 5K8CG4027LH004445 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Hercules Enterprises Llc. | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 5K8CG4028NH011486 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Hercules Enterprises Llc. | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 5K8CG4029NH011478 | 1 | — |
| Hercules | Intermodal Chassis | 5K8CG402XNH009169 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Hercules Enterprises Llc. | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 5K8CG402XNH011487 | 1 | — |
| Cimc | Intermodal Chassis | LJRC41263LT007514 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41266J1009508 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (35)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 8, 2026 | PACCI00661 | NJ, NJ | II | 2 | 1 | WAWI CHOCOLATE | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FRE HERCULES ENTERPRISES LLC. |
3AKJGLD53ESFV7532 5K8CG4027LH004445 |
NJ AY545W ME 5343955 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting - Lamps improper color, height, location. | Lighting | ||||||||
| September 9, 2026 | 3230C01050 | PERRYVILLE MD | II | 1 | 1 | APM TERMINAL | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER HERCULES ENTERPRISES LLC. |
1FUJBBCKXADAG5673 5K8CG402XNH011490 |
NJ AX690W ME 5103827 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| September 3, 2026 | UF08000028 | CA, CA | II | 4 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3HSDZAPR2RN090619 3H3V532C4MT275401 |
NJ AY631M ME 5593292 |
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| August 25, 2026 | SPSRI01303 | NJ, NJ | I | 9 | 4 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3HSDZAPR8RN709692 1GRAA06256G337666 |
NJ AY529N ME 5260135 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 5, 2026 | 3090005264 | CT, CT | II | 2 | — | FEDRIGONI S P A | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
MACK CIMC |
1M1AW07Y9JM086174 LJRC41263LT015435 |
NJ G191AA TN 130118T |
| 392.2-SLLEWG1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| 395.3A3-HOSPRNC | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period at time of inspection. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | Hours Nominal | ||||||||
| July 21, 2026 | CJ00003188 | MA, MA | III | — | — | FEDRIGONI S.P.A. | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
INTERNATIONAL CIMC |
3HSDZAPR9RN090620 57VAA4528P2000779 |
NJ AZ283H ME 5292322 |
| July 7, 2026 | 3230C00898 | PERRYVILLE MD | II | 4 | 3 | MAHASHREE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3HSDWSZR9SN475032 1GRAA06236K283829 |
RI 1SI722 ME 5254375 |
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| June 23, 2026 | 0L97001466 | PLAINVIEW NY | III | — | — | — | Straight Truck |
INTERNATIONAL |
1HTEUMML5RS513903 |
NJ XNPU63 |
| May 14, 2026 | XL00079296 | PA, PA | I | 5 | 2 | SPLASH POOL & SPA INC | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
MACK HERCULES E |
1M1AW07Y9JM086174 5K8CG4024NH009166 |
NJ G191AA ME 5062033 |
| 396.3A1-BALR | OOSAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 8, 2026 | 3022002111 | GREENWICH SCALE, CT | II | 1 | — | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
MACK CIMC VEHICLES GROUP CO |
1M1AW07Y9JM086174 LJRC41266J1009508 |
NJ G191AA TN U859168 |
| 392.2-SLLEWG1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| K-1 LOGISTICS | 3 | October 11, 2024 |
| FEDRIGONI S P A | 2 | August 5, 2026 |
| WAWI CHOCOLATE | 1 | October 8, 2026 |
| APM TERMINAL | 1 | September 9, 2026 |
| MAHASHREE | 1 | July 7, 2026 |
| SPLASH POOL & SPA INC | 1 | May 14, 2026 |
| K LINE LOGISTICS | 1 | April 28, 2026 |
| KYOORD LLC | 1 | February 3, 2026 |
| LONDONDERRY FREEZER WAREHOUSE | 1 | December 22, 2025 |
| PORT AIR EXPRESS | 1 | July 28, 2025 |
| KERRY APEX | 1 | July 23, 2025 |
| DYNAREX CORP | 1 | April 22, 2025 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 16, 2026 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| March 14, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| March 13, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| February 11, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 16, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| February 5, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 16, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| September 7, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| August 25, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| September 6, 2016 | COMMON | On Record |
BOC-3 Process Agent
Truck Process Agents of America, Inc.
4315 53rd St S, Fargo, ND, 58104
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