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No active for-hire authority. Cannot legally haul freight for hire.
Merlin Shields Trucking
DOT 177517 · MC MC158114 · Boise, ID
Report generated: June 8, 2026 at 12:38 PM
Authorized for hire?
Active insurance?
Safety record clean?
No fraud flags?
No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Merlin Shields Trucking (DOT 177517, MC MC158114) is a Idaho-based intrastate carrier headquartered in Boise, ID. As of June 8, 2026 at 12:38 PM, operating authority is active but without for-hire authority. No active risk signals detected. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Do Not Tender" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 8, 2026 at 12:38 PM.

Authority Inactive
FMCSA Public Record
Merlin Shields
Operating as: Merlin Shields Trucking
DOT Number177517
MC NumberMC158114
Street8390 W VICTORY ROAD
City / StateBoise, ID 83709
Phone2083622696
Operation typeIntrastate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed07/08/2007
Power units1
Total drivers1
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)⚠ Inactive
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
✓ No risk signals detected
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
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Power Units
1
Fleet
Drivers
1
Total
Inspections
0
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Inspection History
0 total · No inspections

No inspection records on file.

Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE
Coverage type
34
Coverage amount
Effective
12/8/1981
Location
8390 W VICTORY ROAD, Boise, ID, 83709 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active USDOT — No for-hire authorityCurrent
USDOT record is active but no for-hire operating authority is currently granted

Source: FMCSA compliance records, inspection data, crash records, insurance filings, and TruckGraph analysis. View methodology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Merlin Shields authorized to operate?

Merlin Shields's USDOT number is active but it does not hold operating authority for for-hire interstate operations. It may operate as a private carrier. Verify status before tendering.

What is Merlin Shields's safety record?

Merlin Shields does not have a substantial inspection history on record. This may indicate limited interstate operations.

How many trucks does Merlin Shields operate?

Merlin Shields operates 1 power units with approximately 1 drivers.

Is Merlin Shields insured?

Merlin Shields has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Merlin Shields had any risk indicators?

No risk signals detected for Merlin Shields as of the most recent data sync. Score: 0/100 (Clear).

What is the DOT number for Merlin Shields?

Merlin Shields's DOT number is 177517 and MC number is MC158114. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Truck Graph. (2026). Merlin Shields Trucking Safety Record, DOT 177517. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/177517
MLA
"Merlin Shields Trucking Safety Record, DOT 177517." Truck Graph, Jun 8, 2026, https://truckgraph.com/carriers/177517
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