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PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC
DOT 6673 · MC 153248 · Carrier
Report DateAugust 19, 2026
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Company Information
Legal NamePRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC
Registered Since06/01/1974
Entity TypeCarrier
Registered Address2225 PRATT ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19137
Phone215-535-5390
Email on Filejoeandcathyj@netscape.com
Company OfficerJOSEPH W. JADCZAK
MCS-150 Filed02/27/2009
Risk Assessment
MCS-150 last filed 17+ years ago — may be inactive
Authority held for 52.3 years
Active FMCSA authority: Authorized to operate
Authority & Licensing
Docket NumberMC153248
Broker AuthorityNone
Common CarrierNone
Contract CarrierNone
Insurance & Bond Filings
TypeCompanyPolicy #CoverageEffectiveStatus
BIPD/Primary NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY TN429659 $750,000 09/08/2004 Cancelled 07/09/2008
CARGO NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY TN429659 $750,000 09/08/2004 Cancelled 07/09/2008
BIPD/Primary NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY TN429659 $750,000 08/01/2004 Replaced 09/08/2004
CARGO NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY TN429659 $750,000 08/01/2004 Replaced 09/08/2004
BIPD/Primary LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY PAP2320430803 $750,000 03/01/2004 Replaced 08/01/2004
CARGO UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON R314250MTC220 $750,000 08/01/2003 Cancelled 08/01/2004
BIPD/Primary CANAL INSURANCE CO. 388042 $750,000 04/06/2003 Cancelled 07/08/2003
CARGO CANAL INSURANCE CO. C089089 $750,000 04/06/2003 Replaced 08/01/2003
CARGO CANAL INSURANCE CO. C089089 $750,000 04/06/2003 Cancelled 09/28/2003
BIPD/Primary LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY PAP 232043 0803 $750,000 08/01/2002 Replaced 03/01/2004
BIPD/Primary CANAL INSURANCE CO. 363986 $750,000 04/06/2002 Cancelled 04/06/2003
CARGO CANAL INSURANCE CO. MTC062777 $750,000 04/06/2002 Cancelled 04/06/2003
BIPD/Primary STAR INSURANCE COMPANY CP0161398 $750,000 04/06/2001 Cancelled 04/06/2002
CARGO STAR INSURANCE COMPANY CP0161398 $750,000 04/06/2001 Cancelled 04/06/2002
BIPD/Primary GULF INSURANCE CO. GA 0606861-00 $750,000 04/06/2000 Replaced 04/06/2001
CARGO GULF INSURANCE CO. GA 0606861-00 $750,000 04/06/2000 Replaced 04/06/2001
CARGO SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY CT7434718098-991 $750,000 04/06/1999 Replaced 04/06/1999
CARGO SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY CT7434718098-991 $750,000 04/06/1999 Cancelled 04/06/2000
CARGO GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP82974A $750,000 04/06/1998 Cancelled 04/06/1999
BIPD/Primary SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY 7434715198-989 $750,000 04/06/1998 Cancelled 04/06/2000
BIPD/Primary EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. CL473567 $750,000 04/06/1997 Cancelled 04/06/1998
CARGO EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. CL473567 $750,000 04/06/1997 Cancelled 04/06/1998
BIPD/Primary GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP061249B $750,000 04/06/1996 Replaced 04/06/1997
BIPD/Primary SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY 733006-5195-955 $750,000 04/06/1995 Replaced 04/06/1996
CARGO GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP61249A $750,000 04/06/1995 Replaced 04/06/1997
CARGO GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. CLP61249A $750,000 04/06/1995 Cancelled 05/16/1997
BIPD/Primary PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INS. CO. CNJ0006734 076-5 $750,000 02/21/1995 Replaced 04/06/1995
BIPD/Primary TRANSPORT INSURANCE CO. 031391-94 $750,000 02/02/1994 Cancelled 02/02/1995
CARGO THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. IMC 920414 $750,000 03/01/1992 Replaced 04/06/1995
Fleet & Safety
Power Units2
Drivers3
Annual Mileage12,000 mi
Safety RatingS (2006-11-09)
Cargo Carried

BOILERS

US Inspections (24 months)
InspectionsOut of ServiceOut of Service %
0 0 0%
US Crashes (24 months)
FatalInjuryTowTotal
0 0 0 0
Other Companies at This Address

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC authorized to operate?

PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC (DOT 6673, MC 153248) is on file with FMCSA. Current status: CAUTION — flags found, review before proceeding.

Is PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC safe to book a load with?

FMCSA's official safety rating is "S". This report also checks insurance, authority history, and other risk signals FMCSA's rating alone won't show you.

What is PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC's DOT number?

PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC's FMCSA identifiers: DOT 6673, MC 153248.

How do I contact PRATT TRANSPORTATION COMPANY INC?

The phone number on file with FMCSA is 215-535-5390.

Data sourced from FMCSA. Report generated August 19, 2026. Informational only — always verify directly with FMCSA.  ·  ← Run another lookup