Lease on to an MC — or add trucks to yours.
Pro Dispatch connects owner-operators who want to run under an established authority with carriers that have room to grow. Our fees are far below market rates, every match follows FMCSA lease-on rules, and every truck can be dispatched by our team 24/7.
No authority yet? Run under an established MC.
Getting your own authority means waiting for it to activate, paying for new-authority insurance, and finding brokers who will work with a brand-new MC. Leasing on lets you start earning right away under a carrier that already has the authority, insurance and broker setups.
- Start hauling without waiting for a new authority
- Carrier's established broker relationships and credit
- Carrier's auto liability and cargo insurance
- Optional 24/7 dispatch from Pro Dispatch on top
Have an MC? Grow without buying trucks.
Adding leased owner-operators is one of the fastest ways for a carrier to grow capacity. You keep operating control and compliance responsibility; we help you find qualified owner-operators who match your equipment, lanes and safety requirements.
- Pre-screened owner-operators matched to your requirements
- More capacity without new truck payments
- Revenue from every leased truck under your authority
- Dispatch support available for the trucks you add
Pay far less than the market. Get the best service in the business.
Most lease-on and matching services charge high fees and leave you on your own once the paperwork is signed. Pro Dispatch charges far below typical market rates — and stays with you from the first call to the first load and beyond.
Get started- Fees far below typical market rates — for owner-operators and MC holders
- Clear quote before you commit — no hidden charges
- A personal agent from application to your first leased load
- Lease agreements reviewed against FMCSA 49 CFR Part 376
- 24/7 support, plus optional dispatch to keep the truck loaded
From application to your first leased load
- 1
Apply
Owner-operators and MC holders each fill in a short form below. It takes about 3 minutes.
- 2
Match
We match trucks and carriers on equipment, home state, lanes, experience and safety requirements.
- 3
Review the lease
Both sides review a written lease agreement that meets FMCSA 49 CFR Part 376 before anything is signed.
- 4
Onboard
Insurance, ELD, plates, IFTA and placard details are set up under the carrier's authority.
- 5
Start running
The truck goes to work. Pro Dispatch can dispatch it 24/7 so it stays loaded from day one.
What is MC leasing, and how does a lease-on work?
In trucking, "MC leasing" usually means an owner-operator leasing their truck onto a motor carrier that already holds its own operating authority (MC number) and USDOT number. The owner-operator keeps ownership of the truck and drives it, but hauls freight under the carrier's authority, insurance and broker setups for the length of the lease.
Federal rules in 49 CFR Part 376 govern these arrangements. The lease must be in writing and signed by both parties, list the equipment and the term of the lease, explain exactly how the owner-operator is paid and when, and state which costs (fuel, insurance, permits, escrow) can be deducted. During the lease the carrier has exclusive possession and control of the equipment and is responsible for it under its authority, and the truck displays the carrier's name and USDOT number.
Why owner-operators choose to lease on
A brand-new authority has to wait for activation, pay some of the highest insurance premiums in the industry, and convince brokers to work with an MC that has no history. Leasing on skips all of that: you can start hauling in days, under a carrier whose insurance, credit and broker relationships are already in place. Many drivers lease on first, build experience and savings, and then move to their own authority later.
Why carriers add leased owner-operators
For a carrier, leased owner-operators add trucks and revenue without new equipment payments. The owner-operator maintains and fuels their own truck, and the carrier earns its agreed share of every load. With the right screening and a clear lease, it is one of the most efficient ways to grow a fleet.
Where Pro Dispatch fits in
We match the two sides, then keep the truck moving. Owner-operators get introduced to carriers that fit their equipment and lanes; carriers get owner-operators that match their requirements. And because dispatch is our core business, either side can add a personal 24/7 dispatcher so the leased truck is booked on top-paying freight from the first week.
Lease-on, not "MC rental"
Simply renting out an MC number so someone else can operate on their own is not permitted by FMCSA and puts both parties at serious risk — insurance claims can be denied and authorities can be revoked. We only arrange proper lease-on agreements where the carrier keeps control and responsibility.
Owner-operators usually need
- Valid CDL (or correct license for your equipment)
- Current DOT medical card
- Truck that passes a DOT inspection
- Acceptable driving record (MVR)
- Pre-employment drug test & Clearinghouse check
- Bobtail & physical damage insurance (often)
Carriers usually need
- Active MC authority and USDOT number
- Auto liability & cargo insurance that covers leased units
- A written lease that meets 49 CFR Part 376
- Driver qualification files & drug testing program
- Clear settlement terms and payment schedule
Lease-on vs. your own authority
Both paths can be profitable. Here's how they differ for an owner-operator.
| Topic | Lease on to an MC | Your own authority |
|---|---|---|
| Time to start hauling | Days | Weeks to months |
| Who holds the operating authority | The carrier | You |
| Auto liability & cargo insurance | Carrier's policy | You buy it (new-authority rates are high) |
| Broker setups & credit | Carrier's existing setups | You build from scratch |
| IFTA, IRP & compliance paperwork | Often handled by carrier | You handle it |
| Share of revenue you keep | Agreed split (e.g. 85–90%) | 100% minus your costs |
| Freedom to choose loads & lanes | Per lease terms | |
| Build your own business brand |
Tell us which side you're on
Choose your option, fill in the short form, and our team will contact you.
Questions? Call (307) 222-3246
Lease-on questions, answered
What is an MC lease-on?
An MC lease-on is an arrangement where an owner-operator leases their truck (and themselves as driver) to a motor carrier that has its own operating authority. Loads are hauled under the carrier's MC and USDOT number, under a written lease agreement that follows FMCSA rules in 49 CFR Part 376.
Is MC leasing legal?
Leasing equipment onto an authorized carrier under a written lease that follows 49 CFR Part 376 is legal and common. What is not allowed is simply "renting" an MC number to someone who operates independently. In a legal lease-on, the carrier has exclusive possession, control and responsibility for the equipment during the lease. We only work with compliant lease-on arrangements.
What does an owner-operator need to lease on?
Usually a valid CDL (or the right license for your equipment), a DOT medical card, a truck in good condition that passes inspection, a clean enough driving record, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug test. Many carriers also ask for bobtail and physical damage insurance.
How is pay split in a lease-on?
Most lease-on deals use a percentage split of the load revenue (for example 85/15 or 88/12) or a flat weekly fee to the carrier. The lease agreement must spell out exactly how and when you are paid and what can be deducted.
I have an MC. How can I add leased owner-operators?
Fill in the "I have an MC" form on this page with your authority details, the equipment you want and your lease terms. We will send you owner-operators that match. You stay responsible for vetting, the lease agreement and compliance under your authority.
Can Pro Dispatch dispatch my leased truck?
Yes. Whether you are the owner-operator or the carrier, we can provide a personal 24/7 dispatcher for leased trucks so they stay loaded with top-paying freight.
Already running under your own MC?
Our personal 24/7 dispatchers keep owner-operators and fleets loaded with top-paying freight — no long-term contract.