The interiors of the bus are made of fire-retardant plastic and fabric that helps in effective prevention of fire. As the vinyl flooring is furnished with an anti-skid top layer, children can walk through safely and easily. Furthermore, the emergency exit is strategically located to allow quick evacuations.
| 1014 School Bus | 1017 School Bus | |
| Engine: | 4D34i | 4D34i |
| General characteristics: | 4 Cylinder, Vertical in-line BSVI, inter-cooled, turbo-charged | 4 Cylinder, Vertical in-line BSVI, inter-cooled, turbo-charged |
| Engine Capacity: | 3907cc | 3907cc |
| Engine Max output: | 147HP (110kW) @ 2500rpm | 170HP (125kW) @ 2500rpm |
| Engine Max torque: | 460Nm @ 1500rpm | 520Nm @ 1500rpm |
| Gearbox Model: | M036, Synchromesh | MO36S6 (6F + 1R) |
| No. of Gears: | 6 forward with overdrive + 1 reverse | 6 forward with overdrive + 1 reverse |
| Clutch Type: | Organic, Single dry plate, 325mm | Organic, Single dry plate, 325mm |
| Brake Type: | Dual Circuit, Full Air, S-Cam type drum | Dual Circuit, Full Air, S-Cam type drum |
| Auxiliary Brake: | Exhaust brake | Exhaust brake |
| Electonic Brake: | Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) |
| Front Axle: | Heavy-duty reverse elliot 'I' beam | Heavy-duty reverse elliot 'I' beam |
| Rear Axle: | Fully floating type | Fully floating type |
| Suspension Type: | Parabolic suspension at front and rear | Parabolic suspension at front and rear |
| Anti Roll Bars: | Double acting telescopic shock absorber and anti roll bars at front and rear | Double acting telescopic shock absorber and anti roll bars at front and rear |
| Steering Type: | Power steering, adjustable and tiltable | Power steering, adjustable and tiltable |
| Tyre Type: | 235/75 R 17.5 tubeless tyres | 235/75 R 17.5 tubeless tyres |
| System output: | 24V | 24V |
| Battery: | 2x12V, 120Ah | 2x12V, 120Ah |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: | 160L | 160L |
| Adblue Tank Capacity: | 43L | 43L |
| Seats: | Push back type | Push back type |
| Seat Layout/capacity: | 2x2 layout with 35+1 seats | 2x2 layout with 35+1 seats |
| Floor: | Marine grade plywood, Anti-skid vinyl top layer | Marine grade plywood, Anti-skid vinyl top layer |
| Passenger door: | In-swing, Manual | In-swing, Automatic |
| Windows: | Sliding glass | Fixed glass |
| Emergency exit: | Door at rear RHS, rear breakable glass, all windows breakable | Door at rear RHS, rear breakable glass, all windows breakable |
| Emergency kit: | Fire extinguisher (5kg x2), First-Aid kit | Fire extinguisher (5kg x2), First-Aid kit |
| Hatrack: | Standard | Modular hatrack with individual AC vents and service sets |
| Lights: | 4+1 standard LED lights with integrated night lamp distributed through saloon area | 4+1 standard LED lights with integrated night lamp distributed through saloon area |
| Speakers: | Provision made with internal wiring, 2 front and 2 rear | Provision made with internal wiring, 2 front and 2 rear |
| Safety features: | Seat belts, provision for CCTV, GPS, RFID and navigator, light at entry area , emergency alarm | Seat belts, provision for CCTV, GPS, RFID and navigator, light at entry area , emergency alarm |
| Fitments: | Notice Board | Notice Board |
| Optional fitments: | Music Player, Speakers, destination boards, tubular hatrack with free-flow AC, Option of 39 HHR seater (2x2) and 26 seater (2x1) | Music Player, Speakers, destination boards, tubular hatrack with free-flow AC, Option of 39 HHR seater (2x2) and 26 seater (2x1) |
| AC: | No | Yes |
The wide chassis frame width and tubeless radial tyres enhances the stability of the vehicle, while the front and rear anti-roll bars result in improved cornering, better handling of the bus.
Bus is meticulously built for safety of children with features like anti-Lock Braking System, anti-roll bar, anti-skid silicon embedded vinyl flooring, fire retardant interiors, broader emergency exit door, wider frame, tubeless radial tyres, wider brake liners, fire extinguisher and first-aid kit as standard.
Improved Bus body to house all possible safety measures. High-grade tabular structure with a lower centre of gravity & best in the industry rollover angle of 44 degrees. AIS063 complaint BharatBenz school bus with factory fitted regulatory devices ITS, RPAS, FDAS etc. ensure children safety.
The wider bus body provides enough space for wider seats and gangways. These wider and deeper seats let children experience a cosy ride. Every seat in our buses is a cocoon of comfort, designed to give a comfortable ride to school and back home.
Parabolic suspension meticulously designed for the best in class comfort. Powerful air conditioning and vibrant color coordinated interiors provides a joyful environment for young inquisitive minds. Tiltable and adjustable steering system makes the drive simple and enjoyable for the driver. The triple cone synchronizer gearbox results in smoother shifting and their flat torque engine facilitates lesser gear shifting.
The wide chassis frame width and tubeless radial tyres enhance the stability of the vehicle, while the front and rear anti-roll bars result in improved cornering, better handling of the bus.
Best in class reliability with optimized service intervals for engine, transmission, axle and corrosion preventive body ensures the lowest maintenance.
The clutch lining of the BharatBenz School Buses is made with special organic material which improves its longevity.
