Mack Trucks has unveiled a significant refresh of its Mack MD Series diesel and electric medium-duty trucks.
The new design includes a larger cab to improve the driver environment as well as new safety features.
“The launch of the refreshed Mack MD Series once again demonstrates Mack’s commitment to delivering the best medium-duty truck for our customers,” said Jonathan Randall, President of Mack Trucks North America. “Since the MD Series was introduced in 2020, Mack has continued to listen to our customers and make ongoing improvements to meet their operational needs.
The MD Series is available with diesel or electric drivetrain options in the MD6, a Class 6 model with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 11,800 kg, and the MD7, a Class 7 model with a GVWR of 14,970 kg.
Key updates are now standard on the MD without affecting its price, and include enhanced driver comfort and safety features, while improving ease of installation for body builders.
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The biggest change to the truck is its cab is now 10-cm longer than the previous version, which gives drivers more seat recline and leg room. This refreshed cab also demonstrates how the Mack Anthem has influenced the MD cab design and many of the shared driver-comfort features, such as an overhead console for additional storage.
The interior features a premium satin aluminum trim, improved seating with lumbar support and enhanced LED lighting.
New steering wheel controls for cruise control, telephone and audio functions have been added, increasing driver convenience and safety. All of these have been popular with Mack’s Class 8 customers.
The trucks now come standard with several enhanced safety features including a new anti-lock braking system with Automatic Traction Control, radio mute in reverse and a park brake alarm.
Pre-wired body builder connections, relocated air dryer and updated wheelbases to industry-standard cab to axle dimensions enable easier installation for a wider array of body installations.
“The MD Series continues to build on the success of our initial medium-duty offering,” Randall said. “Built with Mack’s heritage of reliability, these enhancements will provide a more versatile and efficient truck, across a wide range of applications.”
The MD6 model does not require a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to operate for non-hazardous payloads.
