Livestock Hauling Companies in Ames, IA

The top-ranked livestock haulers serving Ames, IA are Central Iowa Towing And Recovery, Big Bart Livestock and Anderson Custom Services. We list 17 livestock haulers serving Ames, IA. 17 of the providers shown match an active record from FMCSA, checked on the date shown. Rankings follow our published methodology; sponsored placements never change rank.

Livestock Hauling Companies serving Ames, IA (Story County). 17 providers, 10 of the top 10 verified against federal or state records. Registry records checked on 2026-11-04.

Top 10 ranked livestock haulers for Ames

Ranked by our published methodology. Sponsored providers are shown separately.
#ProviderVerified recordsBased inPhone
1Central Iowa Towing And RecoveryActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC192173
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#2359315
Ames, IA(515) 290-4188
2Big Bart LivestockActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC1228631
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#3310964
IA(515) 505-0616
3Anderson Custom ServicesActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC1278643
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#822798
Nevada, IA (9 mi)(515) 290-1237
4Maxwell Logistics LLCActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC1754210
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#1059613
IA(515) 387-1374
5Knox Trucking LLCActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC18234
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#2427149
Ankeny, IA (18 mi)(515) 650-0530
6Jensen FarmsActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC350777
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#596658
IA(515) 964-1261
7Johnson TruckingActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC406133
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#680067
IA(641) 485-9992
8Thomas Farms Custom Ag LLCActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC1129559
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#2475590
State Center, IA (24 mi)(515) 231-8270
9Mpt Mid Prairie Transfer LLCActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC1068653
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#3345612
IA(515) 669-9969
10Niece TruckingActive interstate operating authority (MC, FMCSA)#MC352470
Active for-hire motor carrier (USDOT, FMCSA)#638655
Des Moines, IA (27 mi)(515) 266-6699
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Frequently asked questions

How many livestock haulers serve Ames?

We list 17 livestock haulers serving Ames, IA: 1 based there and 16 serving it from nearby. 10 of the top 10 match an active federal or state record, checked on 2026-11-04.

Which livestock haulers serve Ames?

The top-ranked livestock haulers serving Ames, IA are Central Iowa Towing And Recovery, Big Bart Livestock, Anderson Custom Services, Maxwell Logistics LLC and Knox Trucking LLC. The full ranked list, with the official records each provider matched, is on this page.

Which livestock haulers serving Ames are verified against official records?

10 of the top 10 match an active official record: Central Iowa Towing And Recovery (FMCSA), Big Bart Livestock (FMCSA), Anderson Custom Services (FMCSA), Maxwell Logistics LLC (FMCSA) and Knox Trucking LLC (FMCSA), and 5 more on this page. Each badge links to the official record it matched.

How are these companies ranked?

By our published methodology: verified registrations, documented capabilities, years registered and responsiveness. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never affect rank.

What does "Verified" mean on this page?

"Verified" means we matched the provider to an active official record on the date shown; each badge links to that record. The absence of a badge only means we have not verified that item.

What should I check before hiring a carrier?

Look up the USDOT and MC numbers in FMCSA records, ask for a certificate of insurance naming you, confirm equipment and lanes in writing, and agree on accessorial charges before the first load.

What paperwork moves with livestock across state lines?

Interstate moves usually need a certificate of veterinary inspection and may need official identification; requirements vary by species and destination state. Check with the destination state veterinarian before shipping.

"Verified" means we matched the provider to an active official record on the date shown. The absence of a badge only means we have not verified that item. How we rank and verify. Page updated .

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