Mack, a prominent US truck manufacturer, recently unveiled the availability of its latest creation, the Mack MD Electric, for order. This groundbreaking vehicle marks Mack’s entry into the medium-duty segment of battery-electric models, serving US vehicle classes 6 and 7.
Derived from its previously launched diesel-powered version in 2020, the Mack MD Electric made its initial debut in March. Boasting impressive power output, both the Class 6 and Class 7 variants deliver up to 194 kW. Customers have the choice of two battery options: NMC cell batteries with capacities of 150 or 240 kWh. These batteries enable the Mack MD Electric to achieve ranges of approximately 150 and 230 miles, respectively.
Notably, the Mack MD Electric relies on nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) oxide lithium-ion batteries to power not only the vehicle itself but also all on-board accessories. This technology showcases Mack’s commitment to embracing a sustainable and decarbonized future.
Jonathan Randall, President of Mack Trucks North America, expressed the company’s dedication to progress, stating, “Mack is committed to moving toward a more sustainable decarbonized future, and the MD Electric is just another step in our journey. Since we introduced the MD Electric in March, we’ve received overwhelming customer response and interest, so we’re happy that customers can now place their orders.”
As the second electric vehicle in Mack’s lineup, the Mack MD Electric follows the LR Electric heavy-duty truck, which caters primarily to the waste management industry. Manufacturing of the LR Electric commenced in late 2021 at Mack’s Macungie plant located in Pennsylvania, USA.
Although Mack has not disclosed specific pricing details for either model, interested parties are encouraged to reach out to their local dealerships across the United States for further information. However, the company does highlight that the MD Electric has gained approval as part of California’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). This program aims to expedite the commercialization of zero-emission trucks by providing point-of-sale vouchers to enhance the affordability of advanced technologies.
