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1962 |
The F Model all-steel sleeper and non-sleeper, cab-over-engine trucks were introduced. This was the first model of the completely new family of COE and Conventional models to be introduced in the 60's. Following models included the R, U, and DM. |
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1963 |
Mack Trucks Australia (MTA) founded - National Headquarters and factory operate from three hangars at Archerfield Aerodrome. |
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1965 |
Mack produced one Super Pumper System for the Fire Department of New York City. It was delivered in 1965 and its first fire was on August 12, 1965. It answered 2,200 alarms and was placed out of service in 1982. The system included a Super Pumper, Super Tender, and three satellite tenders. The combinations of tender and/or satellites used at any particular fire depended on the situation. |
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1966 |
The R series, which replaced the venerable B series in 1966, proved itself in the tradition of its predecessor as one of the world's most popular heavy-duty diesel trucks. Shortly after introducing the R model, Macks revolutionary Maxidyne constant horsepower diesel engine debuted, along with the Maxitorque transmission. RW model trucks were built at Mack Western in Hayward, CA from 1966 through 1981, when production was transferred to the Macungie plant. |
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1967 |
Mack Trucks, Inc. becomes a member of the Signal Oil and Gas Company, a Los Angeles based petroleum company. In August 1967 Mack Trucks, Inc. officially became a member of a growing industrial family, The Signal Companies, Inc. The Maxidyne engine was introduced in 1967, and provided maximum horsepower over a wider range of engine speeds than any other standard diesel engine of its day. The engines design leveled the horsepower curve and as a result, increased fuel efficiency and significantly reduced the need for shifting. It was such an improvement that a transmission with five speeds, rather than ten or more, could be used for most over-the-road applications. The Maxitorque transmission (TRL 107 series), created in 1967, was the first triple countershaft, compact-length design for Class 8 trucks, featuring the highest torque capacity in the industry. The five-speed Maxitorque was only two-thirds as long as multi-speed transmissions, and its light weight made it a popular choice among operators concerned about gross vehicle weight. |
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1968 |
MTA moves to Rocklea. |
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1969 |
In 1969, Mack pioneered and patented cab air suspension as a major truck ride and cab durability improvement. Mack was the first heavy-duty diesel engine manufacturer of the day to produce its own engine compression brake - the patented Dynatard engine brake in 1971. The Mack design was a customized, simpler brake system that was integral and compatible with the engine for top performance. |
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1970 |
New Mack World Headquarters opens in Allentown, Pennsylvania. |
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1974 |
Rocklea factory goes under water during massive floods. |
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1975 |
The Cruise-Liner, produced from 1975-1983, served as Mack's premium offering in a cabover configuration. Macungie plant opens for business. |
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1977 |
The Super-Liner, a boldly styled conventional designed for heavy hauling with the ultimate in driver luxury and convenience, was introduced in 1977. Its 15-year production run ended in 1993. |
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1978 |
Ground breaking ceremony at Richlands by Queensland Premier Sir John Bjelke-Peterson. The MC/MR series, introduced in 1978, are the industry's most advanced low-cab-forward trucks with exceptional maneuverability and visibility for refuse, construction, and urban delivery applications. |
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1979 |
Renault takes a 10 percent share in Mack Trucks, Inc. |
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