Choose the Freightliner Cascadia for OTR driver comfort — its 72" sleeper options exceed the Mack Anthem's 70" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (605 hp vs 505 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes. The Freightliner Cascadia starts at a lower base MSRP ($130k vs $135k), offering better entry-level value.
| Spec | Freightliner Cascadia 4639 available · from $6,000 | Mack Anthem 261 available · from $9,999 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Detroit DD15, Detroit DD13, Cummins X15 | Mack MP8, Mack MP7, Mack MP8HE |
| Horsepower range | 350–605 hp | 325–505 hp |
| Peak torque | 2,050 lb-ft | 1,860 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | 80,000 lbs | 80,000 lbs |
| GCWR | 220,000 lbs | 220,000 lbs |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Detroit DT12 Automated 12-speed, Eaton Fuller 10-speed, Allison 4700 RDS | mDRIVE 12-speed Automated, Eaton Fuller 10-speed, mDRIVE HD 14-speed Automated |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 6 options (210"–264") | 5 options (210"–252") |
Choose the Freightliner Cascadia for OTR driver comfort — its 72" sleeper options exceed the Mack Anthem's 70" maximum. The Freightliner Cascadia offers more peak power (605 hp vs 505 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes. The Freightliner Cascadia starts at a lower base MSRP ($130k vs $135k), offering better entry-level value.
Both the Freightliner Cascadia and Mack Anthem hold strong resale value among owner-operators and fleets. Resale depends heavily on mileage, maintenance history, and regional demand — not OEM brand alone. Check current listings on TruckRadar for real-world asking prices.
No. The Freightliner Cascadia is built by Freightliner and the Mack Anthem is built by Mack. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Freightliner Cascadia tops out at 605 hp / 2050 lb-ft torque. The Mack Anthem tops out at 505 hp / 1860 lb-ft. GVWR is 80,000 lbs for the Freightliner Cascadia and 80,000 lbs for the Mack Anthem.
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| Sleeper sizes | 48", 60", 72" | 48", 60", 70" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | $130,000–$180,000 | $135,000–$185,000 |