help with Mack model overview

[oifla]

Hello all

Would like to figure out what Mack truck would best suit my needs. Is there a place to look at all the different models and configurations to better get an idea of what might have been available?

I'm looking for an all Mack configuration, pre-2011 (and way older is fine as long as parts availability isn't an issue). Tandem axle with power divider would be great. I don't need a super long chassis or to haul too heavy but ample gear selection and even twin sticks are fine. Looking for something where the entire engine is available to work on via the hood (minimal doghouse configuration) and good turning radius. One piece wheels are also important (don't know what year those became standard). Appreciate recommendations or a site where the models are all laid out. Thanks

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[mowerman]

anything that old for sale is usually beat to hell,,and wind up on a hook half the time and nickel and dime you to death,,,if you insist on older low mileage i would start checking state sales,,,,most of thier stuff is low miles well kept up and reasonably priced,,,good luck,,bob

[oifla]

1 hour ago, mowerman said:

anything that old for sale is usually beat to hell,,and wind up on a hook half the time and nickel and dime you to death,,,if you insist on older low mileage i would start checking state sales,,,,most of thier stuff is low miles well kept up and reasonably priced,,,good luck,,bob

appreciate your perspective. I should say that this is not a truck that I'm going to be using everyday. Farm application (building roads, etc) and occasionally out to a job site but not my every day rig. 

 

o.

[mowerman]

Ok that a little different… other guys might chime in to recommend a perfect set up good luck I ran freight trucks all my life mostly single axles so I’m not familiar with what would work for you… good luck … bob

[mrsmackpaul]

So R600 or R700 sounds fine, CH Macks are a fair step forward in comfort and I don't think you would be sorry with a E6 2 valve tip turbine motor or a E7 Mechanical type of motor

Mack 12 speed are pretty bullet proof as are 44 Mack rear end 

Single rail chassis in parts of North America are apparently important 

It really depends on what your plans are 

As much as we love the old gear, you certainly know it's old gear after a big day pulling a load 

Paul