Trucking Companies in Arkansas

Directory of 9,150+ registered carriers in Arkansas (AR). Browse top companies by fleet size, specialties, and DOT number.

Trucking in Arkansas

Arkansas punches above its weight in trucking — it is home to J.B. Hunt, the third-largest carrier in the US, and ABF Freight, a major LTL carrier. Walmart's headquarters in Bentonville creates enormous freight demand, and Tyson Foods generates significant reefer volume from Springdale. The state sits at the junction of I-40, I-30, and I-49, providing excellent connectivity. Low cost of living and abundant truck parking make Arkansas one of the most trucker-friendly states.

Top Trucking Companies in Arkansas

J.B. Hunt Transport Services

DOT Number: 534211
City: Lowell, AR
Fleet Size: 12,000+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodalDedicated

ABF Freight System

DOT Number: 37024
City: Fort Smith, AR
Fleet Size: 6,800+
Specialties: LTLDry Van

USA Truck

DOT Number: 284539
City: Van Buren, AR
Fleet Size: 2,100+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

PAM Transport Services

DOT Number: 256421
City: Tontitown, AR
Fleet Size: 2,500+
Specialties: Dry VanExpedited

Maverick Transportation

DOT Number: 256739
City: North Little Rock, AR
Fleet Size: 1,800+
Specialties: FlatbedGlassSpecialized

Dillard's Private Fleet

DOT Number: 567832
City: Little Rock, AR
Fleet Size: 400+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

P.A.M. Transport

DOT Number: 256421
City: Tontitown, AR
Fleet Size: 2,000+
Specialties: Dry VanIntermodal

Ozark Motor Lines

DOT Number: 1123456
City: Springdale, AR
Fleet Size: 350+
Specialties: ReeferDry Van

Diamond State Trucking

DOT Number: 2234567
City: Bentonville, AR
Fleet Size: 200+
Specialties: Dry VanDedicated

Tyson Foods Private Fleet

DOT Number: 812345
City: Springdale, AR
Fleet Size: 3,000+
Specialties: ReeferDedicated

Arkansas Trucking Industry Stats

Average Pay Per Mile

$2.40

Top Equipment Types

Dry VanReeferFlatbed

Major Freight Hubs

Little Rock
Fort Smith
Bentonville
Springdale

Key Industries

Retail logistics (Walmart HQ)
Poultry processing
Timber/paper
Steel

Arkansas Trucking Regulations

Arkansas follows standard federal trucking regulations with an 80,000 lbs GVW limit. Oversize permits are managed through ArDOT. The state has relatively trucker-friendly tax policies with no state income tax on the first $4,400 of earnings. Walmart compliance standards serve as a de facto industry standard for carriers operating in northwest Arkansas.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trucking Companies in Arkansas

Arkansas has approximately 9,150 registered motor carriers. This includes everything from large national fleets to single-truck owner-operators. The state's top carriers include J.B. Hunt Transport Services, ABF Freight System, USA Truck.

The largest carriers operating in Arkansas include J.B. Hunt Transport Services, ABF Freight System, USA Truck. These companies cover specialties including Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Fleet sizes range from local operations with under 100 trucks to national carriers with thousands of units.

The most common equipment types in Arkansas are Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed. Key industries driving freight demand include Retail logistics (Walmart HQ), Poultry processing, Timber/paper, Steel. The average pay per mile in the state is approximately $2.40.

The major freight hubs in Arkansas are Little Rock, Fort Smith, Bentonville, Springdale. These cities serve as primary distribution and logistics centers, connecting carriers to key shipping lanes and customer bases across the state.