Mack offers lighter-weight option for waste industry

Mack Trucks has expanded its Mack Granite Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) model line with the addition of the Allison 3000 Series transmission option paired with the Cummins L9N natural gas engine. This provides the waste industry with a lighter, more cost-effective option than the Allison 4500 configuration when maximum gross vehicle weight ratings aren't required.

The Cummins L9N natural gas engine delivers 320 horsepower and 1,000 ft.-lb. of torque while also offering reduced emissions through its CNG power system. The engine is certified to the California Air Resources Board and EPA's Optional Low NOx emissions standard.

“This expanded powertrain option gives our customers more flexibility to optimize their trucks specifically for lighter duty waste applications,” said Jonathan Randall, president of Mack Trucks North America. “By offering the Allison 3000 paired with the L9N, we're delivering a solution that reduces acquisition costs while maintaining the reliability and performance Mack customers expect, particularly for light-duty roll-off applications where a higher GVWR isn't necessary.”

This expansion comes on the heels of the OEM's announcement of its latest on-highway Class 8 tractor, the new Mack Pioneer, in April.