Carrier profile · USDOT 706884 · MC553008 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Robert E Bartels

DBA Bartels Ag & Trucking · Tobias, NE · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 1997
Authority inactiveNot rated by FMCSAHazmat
Cargo carriedGeneral FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large Objects+8 more
1
Power units
2
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
59K
Annual miles
29 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Inactive
Broker
None
Docket
MC553008
Revocation pending
No

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liabilityNone
$1M required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
1
Trailers owned
2
Drivers
2
CDL drivers
Registered to haul hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsLivestockGrain, Feed, HayMeatCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionWater Well
Annual mileage
58,643 mi (2023)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
706884
MC / docket
MC-553008
Legal name
Robert E Bartels
DBA
Bartels Ag & Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Sep 25, 1997
Last MCS-150
Apr 26, 2024
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
2 (2)
Hazmat
Yes
Business type
—

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No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is Robert E Bartels's USDOT number?

Robert E Bartels's USDOT number is 706884 and its docket number is MC553008.

Is Robert E Bartels authorized to operate?

It does not hold MC operating authority, which private and intrastate carriers do not need.

What is Robert E Bartels's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is Robert E Bartels's fleet?

1 power unit and 2 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Apr 26, 2024.

Where is Robert E Bartels located?

Robert E Bartels is located at 569 County Rd U, Tobias, NE, 68453-2059. Phone: (402) 243-2316.

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