H&E Equipment Services Inc (DOT# 171507 · MC# 11077) – FMCSA Carrier Profile

doing business as H&E RENTALS
DOT# 171507MC# 11077● Active
Updated monthly · 2026-03-09

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

H&E Equipment Services Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 171507. The company operates from Baton Rouge, LA and maintains an active operating status with 893 power units and 620 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Rated: November 13, 2008

H&E Equipment Services Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

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Company Information

Address7500 Pecue Lane, Baton Rouge, LA, 70809
Phone(225) 298-5200
Entity TypePrivate Property
OperationInterstate
Power Units893(Large carrier)
Drivers620
MCS-150 FiledJuly 31, 2025
Annual Mileage23,458,296 mi (2024)
All carriers in LouisianaCarriers in Baton Rouge, LA

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections
All-time
361
Total
60
OOS
8
Driver OOS
52
Vehicle OOS
361 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.
OOS Rate16.62%
The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 16.6% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records
All-time
22
Total
2
Fatal
7
Injuries
0
Tow-Away
22 crashes reported. Review fatal and injury counts carefully alongside fleet size before engaging this carrier.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores
Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories
0.1
Unsafe Driving
Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.
0.0
HOS Compliance
Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.
0.1
Driver Fitness
Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.
0.0
Controlled Substances
Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.
3.0
Vehicle Maintenance
Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.
Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.
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Carrier Insight

H&E Equipment Services Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Louisiana. With 361 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 16.6%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 22 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that H&E Equipment Services Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 893 power units and employs 620 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 171507?
USDOT number 171507 is assigned to H&E Equipment Services Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Baton Rouge, LA.
What is the safety rating of H&E Equipment Services Inc?
H&E Equipment Services Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of November 13, 2008.
How many inspections has H&E Equipment Services Inc had?
H&E Equipment Services Inc has recorded 361 total inspections with 60 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 16.62%.
Where is H&E Equipment Services Inc located?
H&E Equipment Services Inc is headquartered at 7500 Pecue Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809.
What does "Not Rated" mean?
"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.
Is zero crashes always a good sign?
Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.
What is a normal OOS rate?
The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.
How often is FMCSA data updated?
FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.
What is the MC number for H&E Equipment Services Inc?
The MC number for H&E Equipment Services Inc is MC# 11077. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 171507 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →