Mack Trucks is taking orders now for its all-new Anthem, the company announced Wednesday.
"This week marks a pivotal moment as we officially opened our order book for the all-new Anthem," says Jonathan Randall, president of Mack Trucks North America. "Since unveiling the truck in June, customer response has been tremendous. Fleet managers and owner-operators can now order this game-changing truck that truly represents the new standard in the industry. This is an exciting milestone as we prepare to deliver the practical innovations that will help our customers tackle today's transportation challenges while building for tomorrow's demands."
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The Anthem is available in day cab, 44-inch sleeper and 64-inch sleeper configurations. The truck has a 113.5-inch bumper-to-back-of-cab length, which Mack says makes it ideal for tight spaces and urban environments. It also sports a redesigned hood that Mack says improves forward visibility.
"We've reimagined what a truck can be, and now our customers can finally experience these innovations firsthand," says Fernando Couceiro, vice president of highway trucks at Mack. "The Anthem excels in maneuverability. In addition, the ability to save up to $5,000 annually in fuel costs per truck, combined with driver comfort, make the Anthem a compelling choice for fleets."
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Advanced safety features in the truck include Mack Protect, a new standard collision mitigation system; front airbags; an optional side integrated curtain airbag (ICA) system; and an optional digital mirror system.
The truck incorporates the Mack Connect telematics platform and GuardDog Connect integration, which has demonstrated a 37% reduction in overall downtime and 20% reduction in unplanned stops through predictive maintenance capabilities.
Serial production on the Anthem is set to start in January.
