O/O Flatbed vs Tanker $$

IC is pretty standard as meaning Independent Contractor across all the trades. Independent Carrier doesn't make sense. You're either a Motor Carrier or your not.

 

Yes, I've always understood it as IC = Independent Contractor. I will be contracted to provide equipment and driver services (aka drive my truck) for my carrier. I will also be free to contract with whomever, just can't use same truck with different carriers. That means I can have multiple trucks running independent of this carrier.

 

I'd run out and buy a "top of the line " 8 or 10 axle heavy haul Big Trucking rig..... Then just watch the money roll in.....

 

Do you know anyone doing a lease purchase on a 3+3+3. I have 6 months van experience, so I'm more than ready to haul the big stuff.

 

AH, sure DO driver!! Just step into my office here......

*rubs greasy palms together with an evil grin*

 

I haul fuel super B I have five compartments. I load for 1-3 places each load. But it does not matter to me. I get paid for every mile i turn, empty, full or half full makes no difference to me. I run 5/14's and have Saturday and Sunday's off. Everyday I drive I make around 1500$. And about 500$ goes to fuel. My costs are high as well. Insurance is over 12000$ a year service every week. Oil change every six weeks.

If you can do better pulling asset of flat decks let me know!!

 

It can be done. According to most folks I talk to I am an anomaly however.
All in how you operate, the contacts you have. Your niche, if you will.