JARCO

What JARCO does

JARCO (Jarco Inc.) is a US-based specialty manufacturer of custom fuel transportation tank trucks, founded in 1959 by Casey Jarvis in Southern California and now operating from a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Holdingford, Minnesota (relocated in 2024 as part of a strategic partnership with EnTrans International). The company produces two core product lines: Propane Bobtails (customizable MC-331-spec delivery trucks with 3,200-5,600 gallon capacities, built on Kenworth, Freightliner, or customer-specified chassis) and Transport Trailers (pressurized MC-331 trailers for LPG and NH3 transport in 10,600-13,600 gallon configurations). All units are engineered chassis-to-tank, with proprietary specifications including powder-coated tanks over zinc undercoating, polished stainless steel piping, all-welded stainless steel hydraulics pressure-tested at twice working pressure, aluminum decks/fenders/hose reels, and stainless steel ball valves.

The business model is built on one-time custom equipment sales to propane and fuel transportation fleet operators, supplemented by a Tank Change Out / Remount service that refurbishes existing barrels onto new chassis, and a recurring Parts & Service operation backed by a nationwide service network and dealer network. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with configurations tailored to each customer's wheelbase, axle capacity, transmission, and regulatory requirements. A one-year bumper-to-bumper warranty (with extended warranties on select components) anchors customer retention. Go-to-market is direct sales-led, facilitated through a website with Request-a-Quote, Sales, Parts, General, and Warranty inquiry forms, plus phone (888.681.3660) and email channels, complemented by a nationwide dealer network and digital marketing via Google Ads and Facebook Ads.

The company is privately held with 11-50 employees, no disclosed institutional investors, and no public funding history. It targets enterprise fleet buyers in the US propane/LPG/NH3 delivery sector exclusively, with no international footprint disclosed. Brand positioning emphasizes 65+ years of specialization, over 6,000 propane trucks built, and bumper-to-bumper quality construction as core differentiators against competing custom tank truck builders.

Name

JARCO

Legal name

Jarco Inc.

Website

https://jarco.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

JARCO (founded 1959) is a US-based specialty manufacturer of custom propane bobtails and MC-331 pressurized transport trailers serving fuel transportation fleet operators, operating from a Holdingford, Minnesota manufacturing facility established via partnership with EnTrans International in 2024.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Fuel Transportation Truck Manufacturing

SIC

Truck & Bus Bodies (3713)

akta.pro primary industry

Semi-Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Tanker/Lowboy) (IMACAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Flatbed/Tanker) (IMACABAH)

Keywords

• Custom tank trucks
• Propane bobtails
• MC-331 transport trailers
• Fuel transportation equipment
• Pressurized tank trailers

Headquarters

HQ city

Salem

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Tank Truck Manufacturing: Jarco manufactures custom propane bobtails and transport trailers to customer specifications. Products include Standard Model Propane Bobtails (3,200-5,600 gal capacity) and MC-331 pressurized transport trailers (10,600 to 13,600 gallons). Sales are direct with quote-based pricing.
2. Tank Change Out & Remount Services: Remount usable barrels on selected chassis with component refurbishment to extend fleet life. Brings years of reliable service to existing fleets.
3. Parts & Service: Nationwide parts and service network to keep fleets running, maximize uptime and operational efficiency. One-year warranty covers parts and labor with extended warranties on some components.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Jarco manufactures custom propane bobtails (3,200-5,600 gallon capacity) and MC-331 pressurized transport trailers (10,600-13,600 gallons) for propane and fuel transportation companies, built to customer specifications on Kenworth, Freightliner, or customer-requested chassis. The company also provides tank change-out services that remount existing barrels on new chassis, plus a nationwide parts and service network backed by a one-year warranty.

Product overview

JARCO is a manufacturer of customized fuel transportation equipment. The company produces three core product lines: Propane Bobtails (customizable propane delivery trucks with 3,200-5,600 gallon capacity) and Transport Trailers (MC-331 pressurized trailers in 10,600-13,600 gallon sizes). These are complemented by Tank Change Outs service for remounting and refurbishing existing tanks, and a nationwide Parts & Service network backed by a one-year warranty. All products are manufactured at the EnTrans facility in Holdingford, Minnesota.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Propane Bobtails Customizable propane delivery trucks built to MC-331 specification with capacities of 3,200-5,600 gallons, available on Kenworth or Freightliner chassis (other chassis options by request). Configured to match customer's specific delivery needs including wheelbase, axle capacity, and transmission choices.
• Transport Trailers MC-331 pressurized trailers for transporting LPG and NH3, available in multiple sizes ranging from 10,600 to 13,600 gallons (NH3, LPG-10600, LPG-11600, LPG-13600 models). Features include powder-coated barrels, polished stainless steel piping, stainless steel tank rails, and Hendrickson axles with design temperature range of -20°F through 125°F.
• Tank Change Outs Tank remount and refurbishment service that allows customers to reuse their existing barrels by mounting them on selected chassis and restoring components, extending fleet service life without full truck replacement.
• Parts & Service Nationwide parts and service network supporting fleet maintenance and maximizing uptime and operational efficiency, with a one-year warranty covering parts and labor and extended warranties on some components.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• EnTrans InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Jarco moved its manufacturing operations to the state-of-the-art EnTrans facility in Holdingford, Minnesota in 2024. This partnership represents a significant step in Jarco's commitment to enhance production capabilities, expand aftermarket support, and leverage the dealer network. EnTrans also hosts Jarco's careers page.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Beall Corporation: Manufacturer of tank trailers and truck bodies, including for petroleum, propane, and chemical haulers. Competes with Jarco in custom-engineered trailer builds for fuel transportation fleets.
• Brenner Tank: Family-owned manufacturer of stainless and carbon steel tank trailers serving chemical, food, and petroleum/propane customers. Directly comparable custom-engineered approach for specialty tank trailers.
• Heil Trailer International: One of the largest manufacturers of tank trailers (including for propane/LPG) in North America. Heil competes directly with Jarco's MC-331 transport trailer line for fleet customers across the US.
• Polar Tank Trailer: Tank trailer manufacturer whose engineering heritage is explicitly paired with Jarco's transport trailer line. Competes in MC-331 pressurized trailers for LPG/NH3 and shares component platforms with Jarco.
• EnTrans International: Manufacturer of tank trailers and related equipment, and host of Jarco's manufacturing operations since 2024. Overlaps with Jarco in propane and LPG trailer production and shares the Holdingford, MN facility footprint.
• MAC Trailer Manufacturing: US manufacturer of aluminum and steel trailers including tanker models for fuel and chemical transport. Comparable product mix and direct competitor in tank trailer and specialty trailer categories.

Broad incumbents

• Wabash National Corporation: Large diversified trailer manufacturer with platforms in tank trailers, dry vans, and refrigerated trailers. Competes broadly with Jarco's trailer offerings and dwarfs it in scale and dealer footprint.

Others

• PACCAR Inc. (Kenworth): Parent of Kenworth, one of Jarco's primary chassis partners for propane bobtails. Functions as a chassis supplier and ecosystem participant rather than a direct competitor, but its commercial terms materially affect Jarco's economics.
• Daimler Truck North America (Freightliner): Parent of Freightliner, Jarco's other primary chassis platform for propane bobtails. Acts as a key supplier and ecosystem enabler rather than direct competitor, shaping pricing, lead time, and customer preference.

Emerging players

• Reading Truck Body: Manufacturer of truck bodies, utility bodies, and upfit solutions. Adjacent to Jarco's propane bobtail business in truck body manufacturing, though less specialized in pressurized tank builds.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/JarcoPropaneTrucks
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jarco-a-polar-company

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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