Anderson Trucking Service vs Landstar System
ATS and Landstar are both major flatbed carriers. ATS offers company driver positions alongside O/O. Landstar is exclusively owner-operator. ATS provides a career path; Landstar provides O/O independence.
Anderson Trucking Service
- Pay
- $65,000 - $95,000
- Fleet
- 2,800+ trucks (company + owner-operator)
- Rating
- 4.1/5
Landstar System
- Pay
- $150,000 - $300,000+ gross (owner-operators)
- Fleet
- 11,000+ independent trucks (BCOs)
- Rating
- 4.3/5
Head-to-Head Comparison
Pay
Anderson Trucking Service
ATS company drivers earn $65K-$95K. O/Os gross more.
Landstar System
Landstar O/Os gross $150K-$300K+ with diverse freight.
Home Time
Anderson Trucking Service
Flatbed and heavy haul mean OTR time.
Landstar System
No forced dispatch. O/Os choose their schedule.
Benefits
Anderson Trucking Service
Health, 401(k), PTO for company drivers.
Landstar System
Fuel discounts, OA insurance, freight network access.
Training/Support
Anderson Trucking Service
ATS trains company drivers in flatbed skills.
Landstar System
Agent network provides load support for O/Os.
Equipment/Technology
Anderson Trucking Service
ATS provides trucks for company drivers.
Landstar System
O/Os provide all equipment.
Our Verdict
ATS is the better starting point for flatbed -- company driver benefits and training. Landstar is for experienced O/Os who want the freedom to run their own business. Start at ATS, build experience, then consider Landstar when you buy your own truck.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I start flatbed with no experience?
At ATS, yes (with 1 year CDL-A). They train flatbed skills. Landstar requires existing flatbed experience as an O/O.
Which pays more?
Landstar O/Os gross more but have truck expenses. ATS company drivers earn $65K-$95K with no truck costs.
Is heavy haul available at both?
Yes. ATS has a dedicated heavy haul division. Landstar's network includes specialized and heavy haul freight.
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Anderson Trucking Service
St. Cloud, MN · 2,800+ trucks (company + owner-operator)