Red Knight Transportation LLC
Red Knight Transportation LLC (USDOT 227709) runs 200 power units and 220 drivers based in Mattoon, IL, with active operating authority as a motor carrier of property under MC-221152. The earliest grant on file is from February 1991, 35 years, 8 months ago. $750,000 of liability coverage is on file with Safety National Casualty Corporation.
Operating authority
| Docket | Authority | Status | Insurance required | On file |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC-221152 | Motor carrier of property | Active | $750,000 liability | $750,000 liability |
Earliest grant on file: Feb 12, 1991 (35 years, 8 months ago).
Insurance and bonds on file
| Type | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BIPD) · form 91X | Safety National Casualty Corporation | $750,000 | Mar 31, 2022 | — |
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Authority history
| Date | Docket | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 14, 2021 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Apr 12, 2021 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Jun 22, 2018 | MC-221152 | Reinstated · motor carrier of property |
| Jun 21, 2018 | MC-221152 | Reinstated · motor carrier of property |
| Jun 18, 2018 | MC-221152 | Revoked · motor carrier of property |
| Jan 5, 2018 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Dec 26, 2017 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Apr 15, 2014 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Apr 7, 2014 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Oct 6, 2009 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Oct 5, 2009 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Mar 26, 2009 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Mar 25, 2009 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Jan 19, 2006 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Nov 14, 2005 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 17, 2000 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jun 20, 2000 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 29, 1997 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 2, 1997 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Aug 21, 1995 | MC-221152 | Discontinued revocation · contract carrier |
| Jul 5, 1995 | MC-221152 | Involuntary revocation · contract carrier |
| Feb 12, 1991 | MC-221152 | Granted · motor carrier of property |
Revocations
| Docket | Authority | Order served | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|
| MC-221152 | Contract | May 14, 2018 | Jun 18, 2018 · involuntary revocation |
Registration
| USDOT number | 227709 |
|---|---|
| USDOT status | Active |
| MC number | MC-221152 |
| Legal name | Red Knight Transportation LLC |
| DBA name | Rk Transportation |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Classification | Private property, Authorized for hire |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Location | Mattoon, Illinois 61938 |
| USDOT added | Jan 29, 1983 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Mar 10, 2026 |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory · Jun 14, 2013 |
Fleet
| Power units | 200 |
|---|---|
| Trucks | 200 |
| Drivers | 220 · 220 with a CDL |
| Annual miles | 21,349,047 · 2025 |
Cargo carried
General freight, Household goods, Building materials, Machinery, large objects, Fresh produce, Grain, feed, hay, Paper products, Agricultural/farm supplies, Construction, used batterieswacid
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