Mack Trucks Historical Museum

If you had the opportunity to live like a Transformer truck, which Mack truck model would you be and why? We'll go first - we would be a Mack Granite because we would have the strength and versatility to handle any job. Check out this clip of our friend, Megatron. Mack has been featured in many Hollywood films and music since the early 1900's . DreamWorks Pictures/Paramount Pictures featured our Mack Granite from the movie, Transformers: Dark of the Moon.... Megatron's legacy lives on at the Mack Museum.

: 1988 Mack MH 6122 This is a special edition of our Truck of the Month series with a message from our Curator, Doug Maney. This MH6122 is one of twelve that were built and to our knowledge is the only remaining truck of this model left in existence.

In 1986, the Statue of Liberty, an incredible symbol of independence, was undergoing extensive restoration. This restoration project offered a perfect segue to the Mack Freedom Series (often incorrectly referred to as the Liberty Edition), which featured an extensive warranty program that offered buyers freedom from repair costs. The following are excerpts from the introduction of this limited-edition Mack program. The Mack Freedom Series - limited to a maximum of 200 units... including its Ultra-Liner cab-over-engine and Super-Liner II conventional models, featuring an exclusive, comprehensive warranty and special graphics that subtly reflect the world’s greatest symbol of freedom the Statue of Liberty. The Freedom Series offers virtual freedom from repair costs for 3 years/300,000 miles. Their exclusive warranty covers parts and labor on everything except tires and consumables for the full term, along with Mack’s standard 5 year/unlimited mileage coverage against cab rust perforation. Mack established this special program with the cooperation of more than 100 participating suppliers, and it clearly demonstrates confidence in the quality of the product. Customers also have the freedom to specify certain options, such as a choice of engines in 350, 400, 450 and 500 horsepower configurations; several rear axle/bogie capacities and suspensions; Level III or IV cab interior trim; and a variety of sleeper compartments on Super-Liner II models. The Mack Freedom Series limited edition vehicles represent exceptional value for some of the most demanding customers in the industry. Their distinctive blend of style, comfort and performance is just the beginning. Their unmatched warranty protection and low life-cycle cost prove the profitability of Mack’s integrated Balanced Design philosophy and keep the spirit of freedom alive mile after mile.

The Mack Model B-53 offers the outstanding economy of a Mack END 673 Thermodyne diesel engine in a weight-saver, six wheel chassis to specifically accommodate maximum payloads within legal limits. Designed with extra margins of stamina throughout Model B-53 assures dependable economy of operation in rugged vocational service. Greater profits result from a combination of Mack traditional long life and low maintenance costs characteristic of Mack diesel power trucks. T...he B-53 was offered from 1962 through 1966 with a total of 2625 units produced. A huge thank you to Republic Services for keeping this truck in pristine condition and for donating it to the Mack Museum.

Flashback Friday to the 1970’s #AD Take your tried and true workhorse and give it a new modern look! You couldn’t help but to be happy with the performance and dependability of your B-model, yet the years and miles had taken their toll. A new look was just a part number away. The B.C.R. Kit was available to make your well worn Mack B look like a new R-series. All you had to do was contact your Mack Dealer and request part number 204SX47. This kit and 60 hours of labor modernized your Mack. The kit even included the B.C.R. emblem for the left cowl panel. This was one of many Mack innovations that have revolutionized the industry to date!

: 1955 Mack B-60X This fine example of the versatile B-series is a 1955 B-60, powered by a 464 c.i.d., 6 cylinder gasoline engine making 185 hp. That power goes through a TRDX670 overgear transmission into the RAD111 rear axle that sports a 9.05:1 ratio. This stunning truck underwent a total professional restoration in 1995. ... The Mack Museum applauds the former owner who preserved this piece of history and then proceeded to donate it to the Mack Museum in 2017.

: 1945 Mack NM8D This 6-ton cargo truck was primarily used to move artillery, supplies and troops in nearly all WWII theatres. 7236 NM models were produced in varying configurations. The Mack Museum obtained this NM-8 in 2012 from Fort Indiantown Gap in Pennsylvania after trying for approximately three years. Shortly after arriving at the museum, volunteers began the overwhelming task of restoring the well-worn truck. In 2019, the near completion of the re...storation allowed the NM to be displayed at World War II Weekend in Reading, PA where it was very well received. The massive truck is powered by a 707 C.I.D. Mack gasoline fueled engine, a five-speed Mack transmission and Mack transfer case. We are not sure if this truck ever left the USA, there are conflicting details. The production date fell after the surrender by Japan but the engine in the truck is identified by a plate written in French. For now, the truck will be displayed and operated as a tribute to those who have made sacrifices for our freedom.

The Mack Trucks Historical Museum and Customer Center will be closed until further notice. Please follow our Facebook page and website for the reopening date. This action is in response to Governor Wolf’s Executive Order mandating closure of all non-life sustaining businesses for COVID-19 mitigation.

Notice: Volunteer work day at the Mack Museum has been canceled for Saturday, March 14 and April 11. The museum is following the guidelines implemented by Mack to eliminate non-essential gatherings.

The proactive management of maintaining a healthy work environment is evolving as we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 virus and other health-related topics this season. Our first priority is the well-being of our Museum staff. Based on guidance from external organizations, such as the CDC, we are temporarily closing the Museum for tours. This is consistent with other Mack facilities where external customers and visitors enter our facilities. During this closure,... the museum staff will focus our efforts on the request queue. We have quite a backlog of information requests in our queue that require attention. We thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we strive to maintain a healthy workplace, while continuing to support our activities, supporters and friends.

The Mack Museum would like to have a clean scan of the original Mack Bulldog Magazine. Could you be the one to help us preserve Mack history?

All of the gifts, cookies, and milk have been delivered. The final Merry Mack Christmas video of 2019 sheds a little more light on the Museum layout. When you think about how many Holidays were made possible because of Mack trucks. Families worldwide have counted on the iconic brand to deliver supplies and goods spanning every industry. Mack vehicles have brought families together for 119 years. We wish you all a magical holiday season and want you to consider how Mack trucks have made your celebrations possible!

The Mack ACX is touring the Museum layout today for the end of 2019. The museum will reopen at 10am on January 3, 2020 for public tours. Thank you for your support throughout 2019. We have many exciting things planned for 2020. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

One of the historic Mack people movers took to the Mack Museum rail line today. The cameras were there to capture the excitement.

All this week we will be adding views from the Very Merry Mack Christmas layout at the Mack Museum. The Mack Locomotive has been delivering the goods to the depot all weekend. Wednesday the Mack ACX Omnibus will start hauling friends and family in for the holiday.

Visit the Mack Museum this week to see the Very Merry Mack Christmas display. The layout features a Mack locomotive and memorable Mack toys and replicas from over a century of Christmas Days.

MUSEUM CLOSED The Museum will be closed for public tours on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 during the hours of 10:00 am until 1:00 pm, due to a special event. Tours will resume as normal at 1:00 pm. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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