The Mack Granite offers more peak power (505 hp vs 500 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
| Spec | Mack Granite 243 available · from $39,500 | Peterbilt 520 60 available · from $127,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Options | ||
| Engine options | Mack MP8, Mack MP7, Cummins L9N | PACCAR MX-11, Cummins L9, Cummins X12 |
| Horsepower range | NaN–505 hp | 260–500 hp |
| Peak torque | 1,850 lb-ft | 1,700 lb-ft |
| Weight Ratings | ||
| GVWR (max) | — | 66,000 lbs |
| GCWR | — | 66,000 lbs |
| Transmission Options | ||
| Transmissions | Mack mDRIVE HD | Allison 4500 RDS, PACCAR Automated 12-speed (TX-12) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Wheelbase options | 0 options (undefined"–undefined") | 4 options (152"–212") |
| Pricing (estimated) | ||
The Mack Granite offers more peak power (505 hp vs 500 hp), giving it an edge for heavy-haul and mountainous routes.
Both the Mack Granite and Peterbilt 520 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 Granite is built by Mack and the Peterbilt 520 is built by Peterbilt. Both are Class 8 conventional tractors but differ in powertrain options, cab dimensions, dealer networks, and MSRP.
The Mack Granite tops out at 505 hp / 1850 lb-ft torque. The Peterbilt 520 tops out at 500 hp / 1700 lb-ft. GVWR is similar lbs for the Mack Granite and 66,000 lbs for the Peterbilt 520.
TruckRadar has 303 Mack Granite and Peterbilt 520 trucks available right now from dealers nationwide. Search by make, model, price, and location at truckradar.ai.
| Base MSRP range | — | $200,000–$280,000 |