m DRIVE

The Mack m DRIVE transmission is an automated manual transmission originally built for Mack Pinnacle tractors. This 12-speed, two-pedal transmission not only delivers smooth shifts every time, but also maximizes driver comfort, payload and fuel economy.

AUTOMATED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
12-SPEED, TWO-PEDAL
DIRECT DRIVE AND OVERDRIVE OFFERINGS
1,920 LB.-FT. TORQUE CAPACITY

Easy to operate

The m DRIVE transmission makes it simple and comfortable to drive a truck, opening up staffing to a larger pool of drivers. m DRIVE is automated, and that means less wear and tear on drivers. So they can finish the job strong and stay focused.

Minimal service

m DRIVE automated manual transmission is based on proven technology and superior design that requires minimal service and significantly reduces maintenance costs.

Reduced wear and tear

m DRIVE features constant monitoring and intelligent shift strategies so there’s less stress on the driveline, resulting in a longer life for your transmission and more money toward your bottom line.

Direct Drive Gear Ratios

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Direct Drive Specifications

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Overdrive Gear Ratios

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Overdrive Specifications

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Software Options

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Maintenance Intervals

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FORWARD GEAR

RATIO

STEP

1st 14.94
2nd 11.73 27%
3rd 9.04 30%
4th 7.09 28%
5th 5.54 28%
6th 4.35 27%
7th 3.44 26%
8th 2.70 27%
9th 2.08 30%
10th 1.63 28%
11th 1.27 28%
12th 1.00 27%

REVERSE GEAR

RATIO

STEP

1st 17.48
2nd 13.73

Direct Drive Specifications

LENGTH

35.1" [891 MM]

WEIGHT (DRY)

597 lb. [271 kg]

OIL CAPACITY

16.9 Quarts [16 L]

TORQUE RATING

1920 lb. ft. [2600 N•m]

NUMBER OF SPEEDS - FORWARD

12

NUMBER OF SPEEDS - REVERSE

2

CASE, BELL HOUSING MATERIAL

One piece Heat treated aluminum

CASE, BELL HOUSING TYPE

SAE #1

TYPE OF GEARS

Helical

CONTROL

D panel dash mounted shifter

SHIFTER INDICATORS

R-Reverse / N-Nuetral / D-Drive / M-Manual

LUBRICATION

Splash & Pressure

FORWARD GEAR

RATIO

STEP

1st 11.73
2nd 9.21 27%
3rd 7.09 30%
4th 5.57 27%
5th 4.35 28%
6th 3.41 28%
7th 2.70 26%
8th 2.12 27%
9th 1.63 30%
10th 1.28 28%
11th 1.00 28%
12th 0.78 27%

REVERSE GEAR

RATIO

STEP

1st 13.73
2nd 10.78
Specifications (id-4)

Overdrive Specifications

LENGTH

35.1" [891 MM]

WEIGHT (DRY)

597 lb. [271 kg]

OIL CAPACITY

16.9 Quarts [16 L]

TORQUE RATING

1920 lb. ft. [2600 N•m]

NUMBER OF SPEEDS - FORWARD

12

NUMBER OF SPEEDS - REVERSE

2

CASE, BELL HOUSING MATERIAL

One piece Heat treated aluminum

CASE, BELL HOUSING TYPE

SAE #1

TYPE OF GEARS

Helical

CONTROL

D panel dash mounted shifter

SHIFTER INDICATORS

R-Reverse / N-Nuetral / D-Drive / M-Manual

LUBRICATION

Splash & Pressure

AVO-BAS

Basic Shift

Standard gear shift strategy. Tuned for maximum fuel economy.

AVO-COMF

Easy Shift

A feature package targeting livestock haul and recreational vehicle applications and similar applications where load shifting must be minimized. It revises the AMT’s shift strategy to provide smoother launches, less aggressive shifting and more gentle driving.

AVO-ENH

Enhanced "Bad Roads" Shifting

A more aggressive shift strategy than “Bad Roads” for heavy haul applications with more performance-oriented shift points, less skip shifting and more. Recommended to be used with Titan Heavy Haul over 80 metric tons / 176k lbs.

AVO-HD

Heavy Duty Shifting

A more aggressive shift strategy than “Bad Roads” for heavy haul applications with more performance-oriented shift points, less skip shifting and more. Recommended to be used with Titan Heavy Haul over 80 metric tons / 176k lbs.

m DRIVE

NORMAL DUTY

Greater than 6 mpg Less than 39L/100km

HEAVY DUTY

Greater than 5 mpg Less than 50L/100km

SEVERE DUTY

Less than 5 mpg Greater than 50L/100km

Transmission oil and filter (Replace)

Oil quality: Mack Transmission Oil 97318*

MILES 500,000 Not Allowed
KM 800,000 Not Allowed
HOURS 60 months Not Allowed

m DRIVE; m DRIVE Severe Duty and m DRIVE with Crawler Gears

Transmission oil and filter (Replace)

Oil quality: Mack Transmission Oil 97319*

MILES 500,000 250,000
KM 800,000 400,000
HOURS 60 months 2500h

Download Additional Information

Mack Highway Application Brochure
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m DRIVE™ Brochure
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Mack Trucks Maintenance Intervals at a Glance
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