BharatBenz 1017 Staff Bus

Your questions, answered

• What seating options are available on the BharatBenz 1017 Staff Bus?
  It is offered with 39 seats (shell AC), 35 seats (AC) or 26 seats (non-AC), plus the driver.

• Which engine does it use?
  It uses the 3907 cc 4D34i BS-VI OBD-2 diesel producing 125 kW and 520 Nm.

• What mileage does it give?
  The claimed highway mileage is 5.5-6.5 kmpl.

• Does it have AC?
  Yes. AC and non-AC versions are available.

• What seats does it use?
  It uses high-headrest seats in a 2x2 layout.

• Does it have ABS?
  Yes. It has full air S-cam brakes with ABS.

• What gearbox does it have?
  It has the improved G85 6-speed synchromesh gearbox with a hydro-pneumatic clutch booster.

• What are its dimensions?
  It is 9815 mm long, 2350 mm wide and 3150 mm tall, on a 5300 mm wheelbase.

• What is the fuel tank capacity?
  It is offered with a 171-litre or 160-litre fuel tank.

• What tyres does it use?
  It runs on tubeless 235/75 R17.5 radial tyres.