bulldog vol 5

Volume 5 Spring 2006

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GANGSTER ATTITUDE LOADING UP 240T

WHEELS OF TIMETHE AC PEDIGREE

FUEL-SAVING TITANBEATING THE BOWSER

macktrucks.com.au7.05 tonne cab / chassis Turning circle: 15.7m

LOW TARE

A MIGHTY LITTLE WORKER DESIGNED WITH URBAN SHORT HAUL IN MIND.

The working dog on the bonnet always means performance,

productivity and low operating costs. But put the Vision

FleetSpec in a tight spot and watch its agile turning circle and

low tare spec churn out a strong argument for short haul.

OUTSTANDING FUEL ECONOMY. Aerodynamic styling and Mack

CCRS engine efficiency add up to less time at the bowser.

LOW TARE. A 7.05 tonne cab / chassis for maximum productivity.

CLASS-LEADING HANDLING AND MANOEUVRABILITY. A proven CH chassis,

Michellin X series tyres and a very handy 15.7m turning circle.

SEDAN-LIKE COMFORT. Wide, air-suspended cab, Hi-Visibility doors,

peeper window, full instrumentation, quality sound system,

power windows and mirrors, luxury driver’s seat and more.

ALL BACKED BY MACK’S COMPREHENSIVE NATIONAL SUPPORT NETWORK AND ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE.

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There are few things as rewarding as knowing that yourproducts are performing at optimum levels time and time

again. And hearing it first hand from satisfied customers isone of the great pleasures I get from working at Mack.

Last week I met with the manager of one of the fleetcompanies we supply and I was very happy to listen as he toldme about how outstanding our products are. It is a valuablereminder of the work you are doing when a customer iswilling to talk openly and honestly about the results they areachieving with the help of your trucks. And it is for reasonslike this that Mack is recording record levels of sales in 2006.

Our results have been buoyant for two consecutive monthsand we are expecting this trend to continue for the remainderof the year with. June was the start of our assault on marketshare and we recorded our best figures for the year to date.The results saw us move into third position and we’ve heldthis spot now for another month. We won’t be giving up thisseat without a fight.

These results are a testament to the hard-working nature ofboth our trucks and our people and I would like to thankeveryone involved for their dedication to our enduring brand.

The Mack calendar represents an ideal way for us toshowcase both our customers and our trucks. I’m pleased tosay that I had a part in selecting the photos for use in our 2007calendar and I can promise you it will be one of the best yet.For the true Mack enthusiasts amongst us, we’ve put togethera special offer that will see you take home a free 2007 Mackcalendar. More details are printed on a page 25.

With record sales spurring us to new heights and theanticipation of the calendar to come, I’m sure the third quarterof the year will be an exciting time.

I hope you enjoy this issue of Bulldog.

Until next season

Gary BoneSenior Vice President Mack Trucks

Published byMarket to Market CommunicationsPhone: 0401 146 103Fax: 07 3398 2493

CopyrightNo part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means withoutpermission. Permission must also be obtained before any part of this publication is stored in a retrievalsystem of any nature. Whilst every care is taken with submitted material to ensure factual accuracy, noresponsibility can be accepted by Mack Trucks or any editor or contributor for any loss or damagearising as a result of information contained in this publication. The views expressed by individualcontributors and not necessarily those of Mack Trucks.

t h i s i s s u e

w e l c o m eCOVER STORIES

06 Gangster AttitudeLoading Up 240 tonne

14 Wheels of TimeThe AC Pedigree

16 Fuel-Saving TitanBeating the Bowser

10 Welcome to the PackThe Short Haul Master

11 Welcome to the PackMack’s Best Friend

13 ProductsTalking technical

18 Dog BitesLatest news and views

20 Start LineBulldust to Bitumen… and Beyond

22 Sales FocusTerry Muddle and his unforgettable Motto

23 Events

24 Mack MerchandisePlus! How to get a free 2007 Mack calendar

26 LettersBlast from the Past competition winner

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What’s Up with FUPS?..... page 13

Check in for the diesel rebate with Mack’s emission machine..... page 21

Find out how you can get your hands on a free 2007 Mack calendar..... page 25

Must Read

REGULARS

Watch out for this big, bold Gangster owned by Jon Kelly of Heavy HaulageAustralia. ‘Gangsters Paradise’ is a Mack Titan well-known in Queensland forrunning over-dimensional loads on a daily basis. In one of its most recentoutings, the Titan carried a 13 metre barge weighing in at 120 tonne. Jon thinksit could be the widest load ever shifted in the history of transport, so we’ll waitand see what the good people at Guinness Records think.

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If your kids love drawing Mack trucks, send usone of their best. We’re searching for the frontcover of our 2006 Christmas card so if youthink you’re on to a winner, send your entryto: Leah Davis, Mack Trucks, PO Box 364,Richlands Q 4077. The winner will take homea Kids Mack Pack valued at $120.

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240TONNE.

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There’s no doubt about it… hard work hasnever looked so good. Climb on board this‘paradise’ on wheels and meet the manriding shotgun in what could be thebiggest road registered bogey-drive primemover in the world.

The ManAt only 26 years of age, Jon Kelly hasalready made a name for himself in thetransport industry. Some call him a bigtime show off; others say he just knows histrucks. Whatever the case, there’s nodoubting his commitment to the industry.

“In my first 12 months of being inbusiness one of my major contractors wentbroke, owing me more than $100,000.That’s a big blow in your first year and itreally levelled me. But I love my trucks andthis industry – it’s all I’ve ever wanted todo. So you take the knocks and hang in

there. You’ve got to learn to work wellunder pressure.”

At the early age of 19, Jon establishedHeavy Haulage Australia, a transportcompany specialising in the high end ofheavy moving, that’s 100 tonne plus. Herecently launched a new venture targetingthe sales and customisation segment –Custom Australia.

“I have two companies both operatingout of our premises at Sumner Park herein Brisbane. But our work takes us allover the state. Heavy Haulage Australiahas been around now for close to eightyears and that’s the part of my businesswhere I get to work with my Titan –Gangsters Paradise.”

Jon represents the third generation of asuccessful and truck-proud family. Hisgrandfather, Frank (Smiler) Nilon is a true

transport pioneer who also knew the valueof a Mack truck, and his father Brian Kellyfirst started the White Motor Corporationin Queensland.

“My grandfather always had Macktrucks. I grew up following him around,climbing in and out of cabs and sittingnext to him on big trips. On schoolholidays and in my spare time I’d bedown in the yard bumming around withtrucks and trailers. I could never getenough of them – especially the V8Super-Liner. And it’s the same story today– that truck remains my all time favourite,100%,” says Jon.

The V8 Super-Liner might be Jon’s most-loved model, but he knows that only aTitan could do the massive job he requires.And that’s what led him to Mack’s Brisbanedealership in June last year.

To all those “big“ operators out thererunning 200 tonne, Jon Kelly says you’vegot nothing unless it’s a Mack Titan.

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The Truck“Gangsters Paradise was born out ofgood timing,” says Jon.

In mid-2005 Jon sat down with SteveSchostakowski, one of Mack’s BrisbaneSales Representatives.

“I was in the middle of pricing a brandnew Titan with Steve and we happened toget talking about this fantastic Titanowned at the time by Albert Hunt. Iwanted mine to be set up exactly like his; Ijust thought it was a great truck. Anyway,two weeks before I’m due to order mynew Titan, his came up for sale. It wasonly two and a half months old and hadonly done 7000 kilometres. It was toogood to be true. The perfect truck – good

as new with a second hand price tag.”Once the handshake was made and the

keys handed over, Jon’s first stop was thepaint shop.

“I didn’t want to be a fringe player. Iwanted to make this Titan unforgettable. Iwanted to blow people away so theyagreed without question that this is thebest truck around.

“I bought the truck in June and for thenext nine and a half months I watched ittransform. We took the truck and strippedit to its absolute bare shell. Cab off,bonnet off, dash out, everything. It was acomplete strip.”

The truck was in the spray booth for13 weeks with a Lamborghini gun metal

Rig SpecsGVM 26,470kg

GCM 240,000kg

Wheelbase 5900mm

Engine Cummins Signature

Horsepower 630Hp

Torque 2250 ft lb

Clutch Spicer ST3000

Transmission Mack 18 speed with Spicer 4-speed joey box

Air Cleaner Donaldson 18”

Fuel Tank Capacity 2000L


grey used as one of the key colours,matched with black and a couple ofshades of blue. The look was inspired by acurrent trend in the United States calledthe ‘gangster look’. It’s where you try andmake your truck seem like the biggest,baddest rig the road has ever eyeballed.

Jon’s ‘Gangster’ is a truck customisedto the hilt with every little nook andcranny given special attention from thecover over the turntable to the detailedmural behind the cab. It’s the kind ofattention that will leave a $175,000 hole inyour pocket, but as far as Jon’s concernedit’s money very well spent.

“The Titan can handle any job youthrow at it. Its 240 tonne rating makes itthe biggest road registered bogey-driveprime mover in the world as far as I knowof. And the Titan is the only truck that cangive you this rating. That’s some goodbragging rights for Mack.

“The truck is hard-working, reliable and Ilove it that much there’s no way anyone

else is allowed behind that wheel.Combined with that, it’s got tough, goodlooks. On road it looks meaner thananything else. The Titan shows what bothmy businesses are capable, heavy transportin one hand and tailored customisation inthe other. It’s the complete package and Ireckon I’m going to put a statement in myWill that if I go, she comes with me.”

With nearly 50,000kms knocked over onthe gauge and thousands more to come,the Titan tackled its biggest payload ever inJuly. The 140 tonne excavator was carried600 kilometres to Rockhampton in northQueensland. It mightn’t sound like much ofa distance, but when you’re grossing out atover 200 tonne, you know you’re alive. Theexcavator was a big boy, even with thetrailer opened out to its maximum width of5.5m there was an overhang of more than100mm on either side.

Carrying such big loads doesn’tnecessarily mean Jon sticks to thehighway either. He uses back roads where

possible and it’s not uncommon to seehim move through metropolitan areas.Whatever the job, you can bet there’s amountain of paperwork to go along with it.

“Last week I hauled a Komatsu WA 900up to Mount Larkham. It took us about anhour to load and fourteen hours to getthere. Sitting in my glove box the wholetime was a stack of permits, over 35pages worth. That’s probably the mostnerve wracking part of this. You need theokay from ten or so groups every timeyou want to move something. But it’s alsoprobably the most important part toobecause you’re highly susceptible topeanuts out on the road.”

What about fuel? The 2000 litre tankshelp with refuelling but as Jon explains,this is just part of the job.

“I don’t get fuel economy – I get fuelconsumption. But that’s just all part of thistype of work – it’s unavoidable. I tare 63tonne before I start. When I’m fully loaded Iget about 900 metres to a litre. Sounds crazy,

The cab is a cool place to be thanks to the custom-designed Icepack 2000 aircon unit.

Jon has positioned five DVD screens throughout the sleeper and doors.


but that’s good for the work it’s doing.”Jon’s Titan is an impressive sight, either

bob tail or hitched to his one million dollartrailer. Yep, you read right. $1, 000, 0000.

“My Drake trailer is co-owned byRichland’s Heavy Haulage and we had itkitted up to match Gangsters Paradise. Allchrome rims, the same custom lights, samecustom paint, custom tool boxes. The wholeworks. All up, the float and dolly is worthover a million dollars. I think I stressedDrake out fairly well when it was beingmade. The bloke who painted it might haveeven resigned after it was finished. I’m surethey were glad to see the back of me!”

The customisation of the trailer showsjust how serious Jon is about presentinga professional and committed image onroad and to the general public.

“I’ve really become interested in theshow scene over the past two years. I’veeven built a couple of dedicated trucks todemonstrate what we can do in our custombusiness. And the Titan gets its fair share ofattention too when I bring her out.”

In its first official outing, GangstersParadise took home Best Truck of the Showfor the Lights on the Hill Convoy. Shortlyafter, Jon travelled to the Penrith Truck

Show where the Titan wowed the generalpublic into awarding it with the People’sChoice award. Jon believes the mostinteresting title so far has been BestPresented Vehicle at the Queensland CarAudio Sound Competition held in Brisbane.Gangster beat out a field of 90 competitorsand was the first truck ever to be entered.

“I think that truck shows represent agood way of getting some positive lighton this industry. Nothing upsets me morethan the way we are perceived in thegeneral public. Transporters operate undera dark cloud most of the time and themedia plays its part in perpetuating that.Where are the cameras when there’s 200truckies rallying with Convoy for Kids?

“Any type of show or community eventrepresents a good way of getting somepositive exposure for the industry. It helpseducate people about trucks and you canshow people how they actually work – andthat’s important in breaking down barriers.”

Well said.

The FutureWith a trophy case bursting at the seams,what’s next for Gangster’s Paradise?

“If I have a really good year this year,

I’d love to take it over to the US KentuckyTruck Show in March. That would be adream come true.

“Some of the blokes from Mack Trucksover in the States saw photos and got intouch with me. They reckon it’s crazy andwould love to have her over there for theshow, especially because it’s a Titan andthat’s just something they don’t have.They’ve never seen anything like it.”

The Titan has its fair share of admirershere in Australia too. Jon points out thatthere’s three blokes lined up at themoment, just waiting for him to sell. Butthat’s not something he’s considering.

“I’m not over the novelty of this truck. Ilove it through and through. My aim nowis to win Rig of the Year. That’s what I wantmore than anything. Since I was five or sixyears of age, I’ve looked up to the blokeswho won that award. I wanted to raise thebar here in Australia for the truck showscene, and I want to win Rig of the Year.Now I guess I’ll just have to wait and see.”

While he’s waiting for the results, Jonand his Titan will get back to the hardwork of hauling the big loads. And with awhopping 240 tonne rating, there’s nodoubt the Titan is ready for anything.

Modification ChecklistComplete Respray Took 4 months to complete with more than 120 litres of product used

Custom Trim Interior completely gutted including dash removal so it could be trimmed in leather

Stereo System 4000 watt with 10 sets of Earthquake splits and 2 x 15” focal subwoofersComplete surround sound

Screens 2 x 20” LCD screens in sleeper, 2 x 15” LCD screens in the doors and 1 x 8” screen in dash

Imported Parts $30,000 worth of US parts including 8” exhaust system, LED lights, sunvisor, and the list goes on…


WELCOME TO THE PACK

Making sure drivers are behind thewheel of the best equipment possiblegoes a long way towards keeping themhappy according to Chris Brooks,managing director for Tactical CargoSolutions. Chris has just welcomed eightVision FleetSpec vehicles into operationsand believes these vehicles truly are thebest equipment money can buy

“If you give drivers bum gear, they’regoing to treat you like a bum too. It’s thatsimple. They deserve to be paid the rightmoney and given decent equipment. Thatadds up to a happy driver and you reallysee the results. You get hard workers whotake care of the machinery,” says Chris.

Since commencing operations twoshort years ago, Tactical has established aname for itself as a specialist supplier inthe areas of sea and airfreight, generalfreight and linehaul services.

As Chris and his partner StephanieKing point out, logic dictates that themore steps and suppliers involved in thelogistics chain, the more costly and timeconsuming the process. Tactical's valueproposition to the customer is tocompress the chain by providing the fullgamut of services by being a true 'one-stop shop'.

“We have two parts to our business,”explains Chris. “We’re a container freightstation and attached to that is ourtransport division which either works withthe container freight station or directlywith the end-user customer types whorequire a transport operation.”

The headquarters for Tactical can befound at Botany in Sydney where 14Mack Qantums work local and tankerdistribution, and it was the launch of theirnew venture in Melbourne that gave

Tactical the Vision advantage.“We started our Melbourne base in

July and the Visions were purchasedspecifically to change over some of theaging fleet that were a part of theacquired company, Cargo Master.

“We chose the Vision FleetSpecbecause of price, low tare, good driveracceptance during the one week trial, andalso because they’re an Australian madeproduct, built here with an Australiancompany backing it. Mack has beenaround for a long time and you know thatat the end of the day, you can get anypart you need.”

Chris points out that another majoradvantage offered by Mack is the 24 hourservice centre.

“Mack’s Sydney dealership currentlyservices the Tactical fleet during nighttime hours. This has been a huge saverfor us and it’s something we’re looking toreplicate here in Melbourne.”

The Vision FleetSpec model wasreleased in July and was designed withurban short haul in mind. The CCRSengine housed under the strongly styledbonnet is undoubtedly the most efficientand environmentally friendly engine everbuilt by Mack.

“They are very fuel efficient trucks fromour point of view. The price of fuel is soincredible at the moment that we’relooking to save every cent we can, andthe cost saving nature of Vision was a bigreason behind our decision.”

The Tactical Visions take care ofcontainer cartage in and aroundMelbourne with two of the trucks workingaround the clock, shifting tankers by nightand containers during the day. It’s thetype of work where the 15.7m turning

circle comes in handy.“When our drivers first heard we were

changing to Mack trucks, there was a bitof moaning. They were used to the cabover way of life. But from the momentthey stepped inside, they have donenothing but sing the praises of thesetrucks. They have been amazed by theturning circle and can’t believe howcomfortable the ride is.”

Vision FleetSpec packagesperformance, productivity and lowoperating costs into the one dynamicunit, and its industry leading low tare of7050kg ensures a solid return oninvestment.

“They are very, very light tare weighttrucks. Coupled with the trailers we use,which have really light weight gear, itmeans that our payloads in and aroundtown are always up over the 29 tonnemark. And that adds value for ourcustomers as well because we can carrysome of the heavy boxes around town.

“So we’re left with smiling drivers andhappy customers – we couldn’t haveplanned it any better.”

A Visionto Smileabout

Even as a youngster, Peter Championwas mad about machinery. At the age of11 he convinced his older brother to wagschool with him for the day so that hecould buy his first tractor. Peter’s brotherRon didn’t take much convincing. Thanksto their father, Charles, the two Championboys were obsessed with all thingsmechanical, especially trucks with the bigshiny Bulldog on the bonnet.

Peter grew up surrounded by Macktrucks and true Mack men. His fatherworked in the logging industry inTasmania, well-known Bulldog country,and over the years Peter has remainedtrue to the brand his family and friendshave entrusted for generations.

Today, Peter operates one ofQueensland’s most well-known coalmining contract companies, PeterChampion Mining (PCM). And at the frontof operations is his shiny new Super-LinerLT. There is no better way to advertise

your business than a tough looking truck,and few on the road demand morerespect than Peter’s pride and joy.

“I get calls every week from peoplewho’ve seen the Super-Liner out on theroad. They ring just to say how amazing itlooks – especially at night,” says Peter.

The Super-Liner has been specificallyset up to fast fill the 200 tonne Caterpillarson site at Coppabella Mine located 140kilometres west of Mackay. The success ofthis design has meant a saving of morethan two cents a litre at the coal face, andwhen you’re paying record breakingprices for diesel, it’s a major bonus.

“The money we are saving is terrific,”says Peter. “But this wasn’t the onlyadvantage that sold me on the truck. Theflexibility that the Super-Liner allows inits application and set up means that Ican pass these options on to my client.They then have the opportunity to do somuch more because of this truck, andthat helps everyone.”

The Super-Liner carts 48,000 litres ofdiesel each load between Mackay andthe mine, and currently works a fiveday week. However, expansion plansfor the company may see the LTrunning the clock both night and day.Peter points out that this could be agood thing for the truck.

“I have no doubt the truck will handle theextra work load. In fact, I don’t think we’re

working it hard enough at the moment. I’mworried it might glaze the engine up.”

“Only joking,” he adds. After a chuckle,Peter explains that old time truckies willget a laugh out of that.

“Seriously,” he continues, “the Super-Linerhasn’t missed a step. I have no hesitationputting it on the night shift as well.”

And after a lifetime of devotion to theMack product, there’s no doubt Peterknows what he’s talking about. While theLT is a true work horse that pays its ownway, Peter also has a collection of morethan 150 vintage trucks and tractors. B-Models, Flintstones, an AC, Super-Liners,CHs and CLRs are amongst the mix,many of them restored to better thanoriginal condition.

“I have a little CH tray truck called ‘BigUte’. That’s my hot rod,” says Peter. “AndI have a CLR at the moment which is a V8525 that I’m planning on restoring in asimilar way to the CH. Now that will be agreat looking truck.

“I’ve always had a love for Mack trucksand I always will. And that’s part of thereason I chose the new Super-Liner forour fuel truck. I didn’t even go and seethe opposition, as much as they tried toconvince me. Sometimes you just knowwhat’s right.

“A truck has to have the big shiny dogon the bonnet – you’ve gotta have that,no question.”


WELCOME TO THE PACK

Mack’sBestFriend

Pride of the pack Peter’s fullyrestored 1929 chain drive AC givesthe Super-Liner a run for its money.

classic mack style - now hauling 26 metre b-doubles. New industry codes mean you can now run selected Mack bonneted prime movers on B-Double configurations up to 26 metres in length. That means Mack frontal underrun protection up front, room for a sleeper out the back and a ride that’s pure Mack. And because FUPS can be retro-fitted to certain models, your versatility can be greatly improved. Talk to any of our nationwide service centres or see your Mack dealer for details.

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Did youknow?

Bulldog Plus MaintenanceAgreements have beenworking hard for years to makesure customers have the bestservice and repair packagepossible. They’re the bestfriend a truck owner can have.

An emphasis on customersatisfaction is one of thereasons Mack is at the forefrontof our industry and specialisedmaintenance agreements arejust one of the ways Mack ismaking sure we stay there.

Bulldog Plus MaintenanceAgreements cover agreed rateservicing and repairs by highlytrained factory technicians atMack workshops throughoutAustralia. There are threeagreement levels available:Deluxe, Premium and Ultimate.Each is flexible and can beadjusted from year to year tomeet your needs.

Bulldog Plus gives youthousands of trouble freekilometres.

For more information visityour local Mack dealer.

PRODUCTS

We’re all familiar by now with the fact thatnew regulations allow 26 metre B-Doublecombinations. But what does it all mean?There are two special vehicle requirementsneeded to operate 26m. Firstly, all suitabletrucks built in 2006 need to be fitted with acab that complies to the updated Europeancab strength test (ECE29). Secondly, the truckmust also have an approved Front UnderrunProtection System (FUPS).

Mack’s recently released FUPS offersincreased protection against the underrunningof smaller vehicles in the event of a collisionand allows the operation of 26m B-Doubles.

FUPS bumper and bullbar options havenow been released for selected Mack modelsincluding:

• Super-Liner LT• Super-Liner HD• Trident Axle Back• Trident Axle ForwardThe FUPS device for the Super-Liner

models is available in two stainless steelforms – outback and highway bullbar. TheTrident series is fitted with an impressive

stainless steel highway bullbar.It’s important to note that all truck

manufacturers who fit a FUPS device must fitan approval plate.

Mack is also offering a FUPS retrofit kit nowavailable through the Parts and Servicenetwork for selected models built before 2006.

What’s Up with FUPS?

For all enquiries regarding these updates, please contact your local Dealer or phone Paul Illmer, Sales Support Group Supervisor on 07 3718 3321.

All Mack models built from October willhave the option of using EX brakes on therear. The new brake offering applies to allMack models that run the RT46160 axles oneither HAS461 or PRIMAAX suspension, orthe RT40145 axles on HAS461 suspension.

EX brakes offer improved efficiency andperformance as a result of their design. Thepads used have a larger friction area anddiameter rotor. They house a more robustinternal automatic adjusting mechanismand are compatible with EBS systems whenappropriate components are specified.

Some advantages of EX brakes include:• Standard fitment of brake pad visual wear

indicator and electronic pad wear warningindicator (PWWI); the PWWI has an in cabwarning lamp or buzzer

• The actuation mechanism is totallyenclosed with no exposed moving parts

• Improved environmental sealing• Weight-optimised design

Due to increasing demand, LED tail lampswill be available for all bonneted Mackmodels ordered from September onwards.

LED lighting continues to gainpopularity offering higher performanceand durability over standard bulb lighting.

Improved Lighting for Bonneted Models

Advanced Stopping Power

The first export Mack trucks were the1914 AB model and the 1915 AC model.Both of these trucks used four-cylinderpetrol engines, with the AB having a four-inch bore (100mm) and five-inch stroke(127mm). The AC had a five-inch (127mm)by six-inch (152mm), four-cylinder engine.The AB used a forward mounted radiator,while the AC’s radiator was locatedbehind the engine – which made it anexcellent World War I machine.

The first known Mack truck sold inAustralia was a 1919 AC model, chassisnumber 733122, which went intoservice in October of that year with the

Vacuum Oil Company – the forerunnerof Mobil Oil. A second AC Mack wasdelivered six weeks later.

The Vacuum ACs were fitted with Davis1000-gallon (4546 litres), two-compartmenttanks and were used for delivering heatingoil throughout suburban Sydney. Grossmass was 3.5 tonnes and the wheelbasewas 168 inches (4267mm).

The AC Mack’s arrival in Australia wasthe result of Vacuum Oil’s transportmanager’s wartime experiences in France.Having seen the Mack AC in action, hewouldn’t hear of buying anything else.

As the legend goes, the only major

downtime for the Vacuum Oil ACs waswhen they were converted from solidrubber to pneumatic tyres. Both truckswere used until 1939, when they weresold complete with some unopenedboxes of spare parts to a crane hirecompany where they remained in faithfulservice until 1952.

Probably the best known AB Mack inAustralia today is the 1927 32Hp model,purchased for $1400 by Thomas Mills &Sons, a Rose Bay (Sydney) removalist. Thebodywork was supplied for $600 by TomMcCotter Pty Ltd of Chippendale, also ofSydney. This vehicle had the distinction of

Mack can trace the Australian pedigreeback to 1919 when Vacuum Oil took

delivery of two ‘Bulldog’ AC-models…those trucks earned their keep

throughout 33 years of faithful service.


The Venerable AC, the first Mack to travel Australian roads.

The Bulldog mascot

had yet to be adopted

in the late twenties

when Mack built the AB.

being the first engine-powered furniturepantechnicon in Australia and was retiredas recently as 1958, after some 30 years’ ofcontinuous service.

Originally supplied on wooden wheelswith solid rubber tyres, it was‘modernised’ in 1932 with a Mack-supplied pneumatic tyre kit.

Other AB Mack trucks found theirway into service as buses withAdelaide’s Municipal Tramways Trust.These 40 trucks had 42Hp engines,driving through 12-plate wet clutches to

three-speed ‘selective sliding mesh’gearboxes to double reduction rearaxles. Brakes were 18-inch (457mm),cam and lever, acting on rear axledrums only, boosted by vacuum from amidships-mounted reservoir. Theparking brake consisted of a manuallyoperated external transmission.

The reliability of these Mack truckscame to the attention of many ofAustralia’s early transport operators andthey paved the way ahead for the bulldogbreed’s future down under.

As the legend goes,

the only major downtime

for the Vacuum Oil ACs was

when they were converted

from solid rubber to

pneumatic tyres.


AdelaideMunicipalTramways TrustAB Mack Bus.

Thomas Mills & Sons’

1927 AB Mack Furniture Van

dwarfed by an Ultra-Liner 11.

The RuggedEngineering of theearly Macks truckswas the key to theirAustralian success.

Information in this article was reprinted with permission of Mack Down Under and Truckin’ Life magazine.


Toll Liquid Distribution is discovering firsthand that outback legends really do onlyimprove with time as a mighty Mack Titanis welcomed into their hard working fleet.

With 10,000km about to click over,management and drivers of the newTitan are raving about its power andcomfort, a surprising package for old-time Mack drivers like Andrew Hack,Queensland Business Manager for TollLiquid Distribution.

“I can honestly say the ride quality ofthe Titan is exceptional. I’ve driven a fewMack trucks over the years and theyweren’t always tools of comfort. They

were certainly built for a hard life, anenduring life. But these days they havereliability and comfort in one package.

“I think the cab suspension set up onthe Titan is fantastic and the drivecompared to a cab over truck is likedriving on air.”

As Andrew talks about the official hand-over that took place recently in Townsville,he is quick to point out that the biggestsurprise of all has been the fuel economy.And he has the figures to back it up.

“I’ve just been looking at the fuelconsumption figures and I’m veryimpressed with what we’re seeing.

Beating the BowserFuel is like gold these days with prices going up and up.

Toll recently went prospecting at Mack and uncovered theirbiggest find yet, the fuel-efficient Titan.

We’re averaging 1.4km a litre which, fora brand new truck pulling an AB triple,is exceptionally good.

“The fuel economy is well beyondmy expectations and that can onlyimprove as the engine wears in.”

Taking its place amongst a mixedfleet of more than 150 prime movers,the Titan has been given the task ofcarting fuel twice a week fromTownsville to Mount Isa. Truck anddriver then hit the dusty dirt roads thatlay between Mount Isa and Cloncurrytransporting diesel to a fertiliser plantand mine at Phosphate Hill. The dieselthey deliver is the lifeblood of themine and camp, with more than100,000 litres needed each week.

“Each job the Titan does isextremely important. Titan has areputation as the truck of choice forheavy-duty road train work and thatcertainly helped us make our decision.There are so many Titans in service

throughout the Queensland andWestern Australia regions, and that’s a good sign of their ability.

“The truck will complete roughly

230,000km a year, so it’s not thehighest mileage truck in our fleet. Butthe driver acceptance has beenwonderful. All of the feedback from

the operators has been tremendous –we just can’t keep them off the phone.They really love it and it certainlylooks the part on the road.”

The positive response coming fromToll is like music to the ears of Mackengineers who have worked tirelesslyover the past two years in an attemptto recapture the former glory of theTitan model.

First released in 1995, the Mack Titanchanged the face of heavy haulage inAustralia and the new and improvedmodel is set to regain its dominance inthe heavy haulage sector. The group atToll are amongst some of the first toexperience the improved Titan.

“Titan has everything we need.Terrific fuel economy, impressive tareweight, and driver comfort.

“This might be the first Titan for Toll but I’m sure it won’t be the last,”says Andrew.

“Not with these results.”

• A Titan holds the record as the fastest diesel powered truck in the world,running 400m in less than 12 seconds with a record speed of over 300 km/hr.

• Titans operate in South Africa, Indonesia and New Zealand.

• In its debut outing to the 1995 Truck & Machinery Show, the Titan model was awarded Truck of the Show.

• More than 1000 units have been built.

• Titan set the new world record for the longest road train ever pulled with a singleprime mover. The 113 trailers weighed 1300 tonne and measured 1.5km.

• In 2004 Titan won Truck of the Show at the Auto Africa Expo in Johannesburg,South Africa. It is the largest show of its kind in the southern

TitanFacts

“The fuel economy is well beyond

my expectations. We’re averaging

1.4km a litre which, for a brand new truck pulling

an AB triple, isexceptionally good.”


Andrew Hack, QueenslandBusiness Manager for TollLiquid Distribution (right) and Frank Dumay, Area FleetManager for Mack Trucks, bothbelieve Titan is the completepackage for road work.


Mack Trucks has ramped up their supportof Queensland’s RSCPA Education MobileUnit (or EMU) with the donation of a newand improved prime mover.

Mack first began supporting EMU in2002 and reconfirmed their commitment tothe campaign at Brisbane’s EKKA on 13thAugust with The Hon Peter Beattie, MP andMark Townend, CEO of RSPCA Queenslandthere to thank Mack for their generosity.

EMU is a state-of-the-art classroom onwheels, using the latest in computer andaudiovisual technology to teach childrenand adults alike about humane values andanimal care. For the past four years a MackPremium has been used to transport thisvaluable trailer to schools andcommunities across Queensland andnorthern New South Wales, reaching morethan 200,000 people along the way.

Powered by a new Premium 4x2, EMUwill now be bigger, stronger and more ableto manoeuvre across the state.

Weighing in at 13 tonnes and soaringfour metres high, EMU deliversimpressive education programs that GaryBone, Senior Vice President for MackTrucks believes can help generate a safe,happy and healthy community forgenerations to come.

“The effect of animal welfare is an issuefelt throughout the wider community. Notonly do we believe in humane andresponsible treatment of animals, we alsosee our investment as benefiting futuregenerations of people too.

“Strong links between crimes of violenceand animal cruelty have been welldocumented. EMU helps promotes healthybehaviours and attitudes towards animalsand wildlife through education and in turn,promotes these same ideals into thegreater community. We hope that byreaching people at risk, we can help breakthe cycle of domestic abuse.”

The Premium will be fully maintained byMack and is expected to travel more than25,000 kilometres in the next six months.

David Schweizer, Operations Managerfor Mack’s Sydney dealership washonoured for his continual service to thetransport industry.

David was named as a finalist at theNew South Wales RTA awards held atRandwick Racecourse in June. David wasnominated for the award as a result of hisoutstanding contribution to the AustralianTransport Industry. The entire team atMack Sydney are extremely proud ofDavid for his nomination and his ongoinginvolvement with the broader industry andMack Trucks. David’s career with Mackspans more than 20 years, just one of theways he has shown his commitment anddedication to Australian transport.

RTA Awards

Mack Trucks has always been a strongbeliever in the old saying, “No one knowslocal issues like a local.” And DarrenO’Connor is ready to prove just how truethis sentiment is.

We would like to announce theappointment of Darren O’Connor to theposition of Dealer Principal for VolvoCommercial Vehicles Albury. The dualbranded dealership represents stable-mates, Mack and Volvo with big plans for the future.

Born and raised in the region, Darrenhas been a member of the dealership sinceJanuary 2005 when he joined as SalesManager. Local transport operators wereglad to have a familiar face representingthe mighty Bulldog brand and have offeredDarren their support time and time again.

Darren’s career experience includesmore than 15 years in the transportindustry. It’s a big effort when you

consider he’s only 35 years of age. “I want to be a part of the growth

of this industry. That means taking care of the people who are a part of it.Customer service has to be your number one priority.”

Darren has appointed managers to eachkey area of the business with the missionof improving customer satisfaction.

“I won’t say our Albury dealership hasn’thad problems. But we’re dedicated to fixingthe issues our customers have flagged. Wehave nominated managers for our Partsand Service teams and as a unit we arecommitted to making terrific things happen.You can expect to see big improvements incustomer service over the coming months.”

Darren’s breadth of experience in allareas of business from management tosales will further strengthen the Alburydealership and help usher operations tothe next level.

DOGBITES

Local connection for Albury

Community receivesPremium Care

Something special happens when twolegends join forces and the staff at MackTrucks in Brisbane were there to witness itfirst hand. More than 130 people gatheredat Mack’s Wacol facility to celebrate theofficial hand over of a tell-tale red MackQantum to Team Bray Racing.Victor Bray was there to accept the keys withson Ben adding to the guest star line-up.

Victor and his team of drag racingroyalty first entrusted Mack with the task oftransporting their machinery in 2003. Thenew Qantum is the second of its kind forTeam Bray who are very impressed withthe work ethic shown by their bulldogs.

“Our first Qantum has been very good,”said Victor Bray. “The biggest advantageof these latest trucks is they have bothhorsepower and fuel economy. With theway fuel prices are going, having two fuel-efficient trucks is a real bonus.

“We’re really proud to be involved

with Mack. We’re very happy to havewhat we consider to be the number onetruck on the market. And now that we’vegot two I’ll get more chances to drivethem. I like to go for a drive now andthen, I find it relaxing.”


Qantum Power for Team Bray

Queensland Truck Centre (QTC) officiallyopened its new look headquarters inJune following months of extensiverenovations. More than 500 peopleattended the grand opening to examinethe expansions which have made theToowoomba based dealership the largestof its stable. QTC also operatessuccessful facilities in Goondiwindi,Mount Isa and Gympie with a technicianbased on the Sunshine Coast.

The Toowoomba facility now boastseight service bays, a spray booth, washbay, an engine dynameter and chassisdynameter. The main administrationbuilding has doubled in size and includestwo levels. Customer comfort is wellcatered for with a new lounge includingsofas, a television, microwave, fridge andcappuccino machine. A large window was

also installed as a feature of the lounge,allowing customers to oversee the workbeing carried out on their vehicles.

QTC’s mission statement, ‘Here forthe Long Haul’ sums up perfectly thecompany’s enduring, 13-year plussupport for the transport industry,and their willingness to maintainlong-term relationships with each oftheir customers.

Mack Trucks’ Brisbane workshop hascommenced an emission testingprogram to help operators make themost of the new fuel tax regulations.

The Brisbane dealership is one of only

a handful of facilitiesacross Australia tooffer the DT80 testwhich is used tomeasure engineemissions so vehicles can comply withthe latest rebate legislation.

Senior Service Advisor, Steve Iversonexplains that the machine is similar to amobile dyno.

"The vehicle is driven up onto rollersand then a snorkel is put over theexhaust system. Samples are taken to

determine whether the vehiclepasses the regulation or not. Thetest is pass or fail. If a vehiclepasses, it is certified for a twoyear period."

The test takes about an hourand is primarily designed for anyoperator of a vehicle that is pre-1996and over 4.5 tonne GVM.

Bookings are available between 8amand 4pm weekdays. Reservations areessential. For more information phone07 3718 3620.

Team Bray Qantum Model: Qantum 6x4 cab-over

Engine: Cummins ISX 500

Power: 373kW (500Hp) @ 1900rpm

Torque: 2250Nm (1660ft lbs)

@ 1200rpm

Transmission: Eaton Fuller RTLO-

20918B, 18-speed manual

Clutch: Eaton Fuller Easy Pedal

with VCTplus

The heaven-sent rain didn’t stop crowdsfrom gathering at Queensland’s PremierAgricultural Field Days held in Emeraldduring the second week of July.

AG Grow is one of Australia’s top five fielddays and there to help celebrate the downpourwere a handful of Mack representatives. Thethree day event drew more than 25,000people with a dynamic display set up byMack’s Rockhampton dealership.

AG Grow is a must-attend event forpeople in the region with the Mack brandreceiving strong interest.

QTC: Here for the Long Haul

DOGBITES

Reliefin Sight

AG Grow Rolls On


STARTLINE

A lot can change in 100 years, and as part of the RACQ’s birthday

celebrations, Mack Trucks has lenttheir support to bring motorists a truereminder of just how far we’ve come.

Bulldust to Bitumen… and Beyondcaptures the spirit of a century ofmotoring and offers visitors a glimpseinto how we might be driving in thefuture. This major touring displayshowcases the past, present and futureof Queensland motoring and has beenbusy visiting regional centres for thepast 16 months.

Riding high on the back of a toweringMack Vision, the exhibition first openedat the Queensland Museum in Brisbaneon the 20th April 2005. Since that time,the mighty Mack truck and itscompanion trailer have pitched camp atten centres including Longreach, Roma,Hervey Bay, Rockhampton and Mackay,with a further five stops to go. All up, itis estimated that the display will covermore than 8500 kilometres.

Bulldust to Bitumen… and Beyond tellsthe story of Queensland motoring in aninformative and entertaining style. Ithighlights the role motoring has played inconnecting communities speckledthroughout this vast state. An innovativeblend of traditional and modern displaymedia, the exhibition includes:• ‘Automobilia’ from the last 100 years,

including a 1904 Model G Ramblerowned by Dr Charles Marks.

• Oral histories, motoring movies andQueenslanders’ stories andphotographs of their first cars.

• A stunning locally designed conceptvehicle that we may be driving in the future.The 150-metre square exhibition has an

immediate impact as soon as you enter.One of the younger visitors commented

that she “felt like Alice in Wonderland”.The contents of the display fills a 12metre shipping container which has beenspecially tailored to safely transport someof the more fragile items on board. Infact,the container is so full that two of theimportant vehicles featured, the oldestsurviving Queensland built motorcar – theTrevethan (built in 1903) and theUltraCommuter (the University ofQueensland’s car of the future), have tobe transported separately. The exhibitiontakes between two to three days toassemble, and three days to dismantle.

Coined as RACQ’s ‘birthday gift to thecommunity’ the exhibition is free to enterand is not just for car enthusiasts.

An even wider appeal is assured due tothe strong thread of local history woventhroughout the exhibition. A trip down


memory lane for many, various eras areexplored from the fondly rememberedRACQ picnic days for orphans anddisadvantaged children, to the home-frontcontributions of motorists in two worldwars. Children and teachers alike canshare in a complementary educationalresource kit developed to help optimiseparticipation by school groups.

Since 1905 RACQ has advocated

strongly on behalf of motorists, and it wasthe organisation’s dedication tocommunity minded service that movedGary Bone, Senior Vice President of MackTrucks, to be a part of the celebrations.

“Mack Trucks would like to congratulateRACQ on the ten decades of tirelessservice they have offered to the people ofQueensland. We are proud to support thisexceptional organisation – an organisation

with whom we share many common goalsand ideals. Driver safety is a crucial issue,and one that is close to both our hearts.”

Bulldust to Bitumen… and Beyond willvisit a further five centres over thecoming months and is set to return toBrisbane in December. Don’t miss yourchance to be a part of the birthdaycelebrations – the story told within theBulldust walls is worth enjoying.

Take alook inside

Mount Isa 15th July – 13th AugMuseum of TropicalQueensland

Cairns21st Aug – 24th Sep Cairns Regional Art Gallery

Gympie29th Sep – 31st OctGympie HistoricalMuseum

Maryborough3rd Nov – 3rd DecMaryborough CommunityArts Centre

Final Stop… 5th DecBrisbane

Touring Guide


SALESFOCUS

“Life isn’t like a bowl of cherries orpeaches. It’s more like a jar ofjalapenos. What you do today mightburn your arse tomorrow.”

That’s the motto that has served TerryMuddle very well in his 40 year careerwithin the transport industry. Terry is astraight-shooter. He calls a spade aspade and he always puts hiscustomers first – no exception.

“Customer care is the most importantthing in this business. You need to makesure you’re doing everything you can tomeet their needs, no excuses,” says Terry.

Terry is a Sales Representative forMack’s Newcastle dealership located a stone’s throw from the Pacific andNew England Highways. An ideal spotfor the work he does.

“We get a fair few people who see usfrom the road and wander in for a look.That’s a great way to get theminterested in our product, if they’re notalready. I see myself as a consultantand mediator. It’s my first priority toadvise the customer on the best unit fortheir application and then try to workout a win/win agreement. It’s reallyimportant that the customer walks awayhappy – and I need to make sure myboss is smiling too.”

Terry has been a high-achievingkennel member for more than ten years(with a fully stocked trophy case toprove it), and has had a hand in trainingup some of Mack’s key front men. DeanBestwick, National Sales Manager forMack Trucks first came to the companyas a Sales Rep for the Newcastledealership. Terry took him under hiswing and with some seasoned advice,Dean has taken on the managementrole with the full support of the Mackteam. Terry also ‘groomed’ Jason Mannfor big things. Jason’s first role withinthe company was as a Sales Rep, andthree short years later was promoted tothe position of Dealer Principal for theCoffs Harbour facility. Jason nowoperates the business with the samelevel of commitment and pride thatTerry has for the brand.

“Mack is one of the true, legendarybrands. There’s no greater truck on the

market in Australia today that’s forsure. For every application, Mack hasyou covered. We have a history olderthan Adam himself to draw from, andwe’re chewing up that market share,bit by bit.”

Ain’t that the truth. In July, Mackrecorded their highest market sharefigure for the year (over 13%), elevatingthe brand to second place for the month.It is the second consecutive month in arow that Mack has maintained their holdon the position and is working hard tobridge the gap between first place. Terrybelieves Mack has the product andpeople to make this goal a reality.

“Mack is a unique company to workfor. They really do look after the peoplethey hire and here in Newcastle, wecouldn’t dream of having a better team.

“We’re a dedicated bunch,professional too. And we even offer ourcustomers 24 hour service in theworkshop. We’ve also just appointedtwo new blokes as Sales Reps to makesure our customers are getting thesupport they need – Raymond Williamsand Scott Hughes. Now that’s how youput your customers first.”

Of course, as Terry would say, thebonus of putting your customer first isthat you have a burn free bum.

Terry’s first job was as a cellar hand in a

department store in his home town of Dungog,

NSW. Terry was 15 at the time (he’s the good

looking bloke in the dark shirt, centre back row).

Today Terry is one of Mack’s most

successful Sales Representatives.


EVENTS

September3 Teviot Downs Father’s Day Picnic

Teviot Downs QLD

9 RSPCA Dakabin Shelter Birthday Celebrations Dakabin QLD

19 Crocfest KempseyKempsey NSW

26 Crocfest MoreeMoree NSW

30 Gold Coast Animal ExpoGold Coast QLD

October17 – 19 Orange Field Days

Orange NSW

November 18 Beachmere Spring Fair

Beachmere QLD

EMU’s calendar isconstantly growing

so for the most up-to-date information

call Kellie Ireland,Principal Education

Officer for RSPCA Qldon 07 3710 9803.

September1 – 9 Royal Adelaide Show

Adelaide Showgrounds SA

1 – 10 Brisbane River FestivalBrisbane QLD

1 – 30 Bulldust to Bitumen… and BeyondCairns Regional Art Gallery, Cairns QLD

2 – 7 North Queensland MiningIndustry Billfish ChallengeTownsville QLD

6 – 7 Heritage Ag ShowToowoomba QLD

7 – 8 Newdegate Field DaysNewdegate WA

7 – 10 National Expo: Truck &Commercial VehicleSydney Showground, SydneyOlympic Park NSW

8 – 9 FarmaramaLismore NSW

8 – 10 Kempsey Country Music &Trucking FestivalKempsey NSW

15 – 17 41st Australian NationalsWillowbank Raceway QLD

19 – 21 Henty MachineryHenty NSW

21 Mildura Country Music FestivalMildura VIC

25 – 27 Yorke Peninsula Field DaysPaskeville SA

29 – 30 Deni Ute MusterDeniliquin NSW

October3 – 5 Elmore Machinery Field Days

Elmore VIC

5 – 8 Bathurst 1000Bathurst NSW

6 – 7 Pro-Ag Field DaysMacksville NSW

13 – 14 Wandin Silvan Field DaysWandin East VIC

13 – 15 Walkamin Country Music FestivalWalkamin QLD

14 – 15 Murrumbateman Field DaysMurrumbateman NSW

17 – 19 Australian National Field DaysOrange NSW

21 Caulfield CupMelbourne VIC

19 – 22 Gold Coast IndySurfers Paradise QLD

21 Red November Remembrance Field Glen Aplin QLD

21 – 28 Australian Small WinemakersShow Stanthorpe QLD

23 – 27 Mercedes Australian FashionWeek Melbourne VIC

26 Australian International Motor Show Sydney NSW

28 The Cox PlateMelbourne VIC

28 – 29 Bega Field DaysBega NSW

28 – 29 2006 Citilink Australian TouringCar Challenge Calder Park VIC

28 – 29 Clermont Country Music FestivalClermont Civic Centre QLD

November 2 – 5 Mud Bulls & Music

Landcruiser Mountain Park QLD

3 – 30 Bulldust to Bitumen… and BeyondMaryborough Community ArtsCentre QLD

10 – 12 Ferodo Tasmania ChallengeRound 11 V8 Supercars SymmonsPlains Raceway, Launceston TAS

10 – 12 Tasmanian Triple ChallengeSymmons Plains TAS

16 – 19 Margaret River Wine FestivalMargaret River WA

18 – 19 Brown Brothers Wine & Food Festival King Valley VIC

14 Limestone Coast Ute & TruckMuster Naracoorte SA

25 – 26 2006 Citilink Australian Touring Car Challenge Wakefield Park NSW

December7 – 10 Australian Mastercard Masters

Golf Huntingdale Golf Club VIC

8 – 10 V8 Grand Final Phillip IslandGrand Prix Phillip Island VIC

20 The Night the River SingsSouth Bank QLD

26 The Rolex Sydney Hobart YachtRace Sydney Harbour NSW

27 Woodford Folk FestivalWoodford QLD

29 Hopman CupPerth WA

31 New Year’s Eve FireworksDarling Harbour Sydney NSW

Where will the big birdland next?

Melbourne Cup Carnival November4 AMI Victoria Derby Day 9 Crown Oaks Day7 Emirates Melbourne Cup Day 11 Emirates Stakes Day

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LETTERS

What’sGoing On?

Send your pictures, letters,stories, anecdotes and othercorrespondence to:

Leah DavisBulldog EditorMack TrucksPO Box 364 Richlands QLD 4077Phone: 07 3718 3497Fax: 07 3718 3392Email:[email protected]

Letters may be edited due to space restraint

To join our mailing list, simplyemail your postal details to theabove address, or contact yourlocal Mack Dealer.

Congratulations to Micheal Keohane from WA who was the firstto (correctly!) name this truck. It is a Mack Junior introducedin 1909. The Junior was a light-weight 1-1/2 tonne truck with

a four-cylinder petrol engine, a ‘honeycomb-type’ radiatorand ‘jump spark’ ignition. The Mack Junior was the

forerunner of today’s local delivery vehicles.

Blast from the Past WINNER

Mack shares a strong, 25 year-oldpartnership with the Australian Defence Forceand remains an active contributor to theMilitary Vehicle market world-wide.

FACT: Since 1981 more than 1000 truckshave been built for the Royal Australian Army,Navy and Airforce at Mack’s factory in Wacol,Queensland. These Australian made truckshave been put to task throughout the world inlocations including Iraq, Rwanda, Somalia,Afghanistan and East Timor. To this day theMack Defence Force trucks, including thethree original prototypes are still in service.

But Mack isn’t just about trucks. They’reinvested in developing skilled people too.That’s why they’ve joined forces with theArmy Reserve to offer young apprentices aunique opportunity.

Dubbed Operation Patriot, Mack and theArmy Reserve have set up a program thatoffers mechanics two valuable career paths.The four year program will see aspiringmechanics develop their heavy commercial

trade under the guidance of both Mackdealerships and the Army Reserve.

For more information, please contact AlanWilkins, Workshop Manager for MackBrisbane on 07 3718 3625 or [email protected]

Even in its earliest advertising, the

proven partnership between Mack

and the Defence Forces is clear.

The advertisements communicate messages of

product reliability, toughness and low operating

costs. And why shouldn’t they? There is not a

single recorded instance of a Mack truck ever

being immobilised in times of war through any

cause other than enemy action. That shows the

true strength of our Battlefield Bulldogs!


‘Built like a Mack truck’ also means built to satisfy the demands of Australia’s Defence Forces. Ruff.

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