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NICHOLS EQUIPMENT LLC

5137 NW 2ND ST · Des Moines, IA 50313

AUTHORIZED FOR:
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  • MC #1124603
  • USDOT #3415943 USDOT Active
  • 4
    Power Units
  • 3
    Drivers
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

NICHOLS EQUIPMENT LLC is a Des Moines, IA freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Iowa. This company has 4 truck(s) in their fleet and 3 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-1124603 and their USDOT number is 3415943.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 02/12/2026 · last updated Jun 13, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MCS-150 Filed 02/12/2026
  • MCS-150 Mileage 71,000 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
  • Private (Property)
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • General Freight
  • Machinery, Large Objects
  • Grain, Feed, Hay
  • Commodities Dry Bulk
  • Agricultural / Farm Supplies
  • Construction

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections Iowa — 5 inspections (past 24 months) South Dakota — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 2 states over the past 24 months: IA (5), SD (1). Home base: Des Moines, Iowa.

Safety Record

3 Severe Violations Updated 1 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 0
    Injury
  • 0
    Tow
  • 0
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 12 4 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 2.1 1 Vehicle Maintenance 2.5 2 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 4.3 3

Inspection Summary

  • 6
    Total
  • 1
    Clean
  • 5
    With violations

24-month window ending May 15, 2026

Violations Cited 10 unique codes

Critical 5

  • 392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 10
  • 392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone1× SW 10
  • 383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.1× OOS×1 SW 1

Unsafe Driving 1

  • 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 4

Vehicle Maintenance 3

  • 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection1× SW 4
  • 393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher1× SW 2
  • 393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.1× SW 2

Driver Fitness 1

  • 383.71HLicense (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required2× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address
NICHOLS EQUIPMENT LLC
5137 NW 2ND ST
DES MOINES, IA 50313
Mailing Address
Same as physical.

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