Three-section articulated bus - has axles on successive sections driven by separate underfloor engines

摘要

The articulated bus is in three sections (1, 2, 3), the first of which is twin-axled with a front steering axle. The second and third are each single-axled, one at least of these axles being steered. Of the four axles, at least two of the three rear ones are driven. The driving axles (5, 6, 7) of two successive sections are each driven by a separate power unit (6/1, 7/1) comprising engine (6/2, 7/2), gearbox (6/3, 7/3) and auxiliaries (6/4, 7/4). The units are mounted under the vehicle floor. USE/ADVANTAGE - Bus with double articulation and no long propeller shafts or restriction of passenger space. @(6pp Dwg.No.1A,1B,1C/2)