Captain Bligh - Bicentennial #10

Being just 1 of 16 'Bicentennials' built to commemorate Mack Australia's bicentennial year, Captain Bligh was quickly snapped up by Vernice as soon as it hit the market.

It was decided that a limited edition of unique Super-Liner II prime movers would be produced to commemorate 25-year Anniversary of Mack Trucks in Australia. These 16 trucks were to carry the names of famous historical people that had a significant impact in Australia's history. Originally, there was going to be a total of 20 trucks, however, it was capped at 16 and the build started. Businesses wrote letters to secure their limited-edition truck. The task set out by Mack Australia was for businesses to choose names from a pre-determined list. Famous navigators and explorers such as Captain James Cook, Sturt, Kennedy, Leichhardt were included on the list, as well as Govenor Phillip and Governor William Bligh of Bounty.

William Bligh 1754-1817 was the 4th Governor of New South Whales. He was the captain of the ship called the HMS Bounty during the infamous Mutiny on the Bounty in 1789. The Mutiny on the Bounty occurred when Bligh’s crew rebelled against his harsh leadership and set him adrift in a small boat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Despite this adversity, Bligh’s remarkable seamanship allowed him to navigate the treacherous waters over a 48-day journey to finally reach safety.

This truck symbolises longstanding resilience, sense of adventure and the spirit of exploration. It serves as a rolling tribute to Australia’s rich maritime history and the daring voyages undertaken by early explorers.

Life of Captain Bligh #10

• 1988 - Originally built for Constantino Cartage (as well as Captain Thunderbolt #09.
• Sold to Eagle Towing & Salvage
• Sold to Dick Deen
• Sold to Vernice Pty Ltd

Captain Bligh was advertised as below when we purchased from QLD in 2023;

• Mack 610 V8 Engine with electronics & cruise control
• 18 Speed High Torque Gearbox with 2 Speed Spicer Air-Shift auxiliary box
• 44,000lb diffs on cameback 55inch spread
• New diffs
• New wheel bearings
• New brakes
• New Michelin tyres
• New super chrome rims
• New light brackets & guards
• New bonnet & bulbar
• All new paint, custom stacks
• All new interior/exterior LED lights
• New seats
• New floor mats & much more.

Our dream, to restore Captain Bligh #10 as much as possible to its original state just like it was when it was built all the way back in 1988.

Keep an eye out on our socials to watch us restore this magnificent truck.