Choose the Western Star 57X for OTR driver comfort — its 72" sleeper options exceed the Mack Anthem's 64" maximum. The Western Star 57X offers more peak power (600 hp vs 515 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Mack Anthem 525 available · from $9,999 | Western Star 57X 372 available · from $17,950 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Mack MP13, Mack MP13HE | Detroit DD16, Detroit DD13 Gen 5, Detroit DD15 Gen 5 |
| Horsepower range | 415–515 hp | 370–600 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,950 lb-ft | 2,050 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | — |
| GCWR | — | — |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | mDRIVE Automated Manual, mDRIVE HD Automated Manual | Detroit DT12 Direct and Overdrive AMT |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") |
Choose the Western Star 57X for OTR driver comfort — its 72" sleeper options exceed the Mack Anthem's 64" maximum. The Western Star 57X offers more peak power (600 hp vs 515 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Mack Anthem and Western Star 57X 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 Western Star 57X is built by Western Star. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Mack Anthem tops out at 515 hp / 1950 lb-ft torque. The Western Star 57X tops out at 600 hp / 2050 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Mack Anthem and similar lbs for the Western Star 57X.
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| Sleeper sizes |
| 44", 64" |
| 60", 72" |
| Pricing (estimated) |
| Base MSRP range | — | — |