Some collector vehicles, like the Mack M100SX, are dead and hidden from the public, while others, like those at Amelia Island or Monterey, are the center of attention. This truck, the largest that Mack has ever produced, is currently being restored in New Jersey and offers a window into the engineering excellence of the mid-20th century.
The Mack M100SX is an engineering marvel; just three of these enormous vehicles were produced during the middle and end of the 1960s. With a height of 32 feet and a weight of 95,485 pounds, it is far more significant than typical tractors. It embodies industrial force with its twin-turbocharged Detroit Diesel 12V149T engine, which produces 1,000 horsepower and 2,500 lb-ft of torque.
At the Pile Foundation Construction site in Far Rockaway, New York, the Mack M100SX was first tucked away before setting off on a mission to achieve glory in restoration. Its move to The Mahan Collection in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, in sections facilitated by Dave’s Heavy Towing, signaled the start of its revival.
Leading the restoration effort, Gary Mahan noticed the M100SX’s impending demise and jumped at the chance to save it from oblivion. Despite prior setbacks, Mahan persevered in trying to obtain the vehicle, eventually making its way to the Mahan Collection Foundation.
Before spending time at Mashburn Trucking in Texas, the truck was employed by Hoffman Rigging and Crane in New Jersey. It was known for its part in constructing Newark Airport, transporting large amounts of rock and debris. The Mack M100SX is ready for repair and public display, marking the beginning of a new chapter.
As restoration work proceeds, the Mack M100SX promises to be a legacy for future generations, a monument to the brilliance and skill of a bygone era.