Choose the Mack Pioneer for OTR driver comfort — its 76" sleeper options exceed the Mack Anthem's 70" maximum. The Mack Pioneer offers more peak power (515 hp vs 505 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Mack Anthem 280 available · from $9,999 | Mack Pioneer 20 available · from $119,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Mack MP8, Mack MP7, Mack MP8HE | Mack MP13, Mack MP13HE |
| Horsepower range | 325–505 hp | 415–515 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,860 lb-ft | 1,950 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | 80,000 lbs | — |
| GCWR | 220,000 lbs | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | mDRIVE 12-speed Automated, Eaton Fuller 10-speed, mDRIVE HD 14-speed Automated | Mack mDRIVE, mDRIVE, mDRIVE HD, mDRIVE 12-speed, mDRIVE 13-speed, mDRIVE 14-speed, mDRIVE HD 12-speed, mDRIVE HD 13-speed |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 5 options (210"–252") | 4 options (125"–189") |
Choose the Mack Pioneer for OTR driver comfort — its 76" sleeper options exceed the Mack Anthem's 70" maximum. The Mack Pioneer offers more peak power (515 hp vs 505 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Mack Anthem and Mack Pioneer 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 Mack Anthem is built by Mack and the Mack Pioneer is built by Mack. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Mack Anthem tops out at 505 hp / 1860 lb-ft torque. The Mack Pioneer tops out at 515 hp / 1950 lb-ft. GVWR is 80,000 lbs for the Mack Anthem and similar lbs for the Mack Pioneer.
TruckRadar has 300 Mack Anthem and Mack Pioneer trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| Sleeper sizes | 48", 60", 70" | 44", 64", 76" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | $135,000–$185,000 | — |