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Who builds Thomas bus?
Daimler Trucks North America
Headquartered in High Point, North Carolina since 1916, Thomas has been a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America (the parent company of Freightliner) since 1998. Prior to its acquisition, the company was operated by the Perley A. Thomas family, the final major school bus manufacturer operated under family control.
Who owns Thomas buses?
Daimler Truck North AmericaThomas Built Buses / Parent organizationDaimler Truck North America LLC is an automotive industry manufacturer of commercial vehicles headquartered in Portland, Oregon, and LLC of the German Daimler Truck AG.
On October 1, 2021, Daimler AG stockholders approved a spinoff of the truck division. Wikipedia
What engine is in Thomas school bus?
| Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 | |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Diesel Cummins ISB 200–260 hp (2008–present; CNG option since 2016) Caterpillar C7 (2007) Detroit Diesel DD5 5.1 L I4 (2018–present) Mercedes-Benz MBE 900 (2007–2009) Propane Powertrain Integration PIthon 8.0 L V8 (2014–present) |
| Capacity | 14–81 |
| Transmission | 2-speed automatic (Jouley) |
Who makes school buses in Canada?
Blue Bird is the leading independent designer and manufacturer of school buses, with more than 550,000 buses sold since its formation in 1927 and approximately 180,000 buses in operation today.
How much does a new school bus cost in Canada?
The ministry estimates the 18 buses can provide service for about 1,300 students a day. Each electric bus costs about $350,000, compared to an average of about $150,000 per diesel-powered school bus.
How much is a Bluebird electric bus?
According to A-Z Bus Sales, the only approved Blue Bird dealer in California, the Type D retail price is around $400,000, and the HVIP incentive amount for Blue Bird Type Ds is between $140,250 and $375,000.
How wide is a Thomas school bus?
| Thomas Saf-T-Liner | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 181–277 inches (4.6–7.0 m) (HDX) |
| Width | 96 inches (2.4 m) |
| Curb weight | GVWR Up to 36,200 pounds (16,400 kg) (HDX) |
Where can I buy a Thomas bus for sale?
Thomas Coaches are backed by a nationwide parts network and several service facilities throughout the country. National Bus Sales has three decades of experience as the industry leader in new and used bus sales . Call 1.800.475.1439 to let us assist you in finding the right Thomas bus for sale for your organization.
Why choose Thomas Built Buses?
We have high standards based on a simple philosophy: build the kind of bus we want our own children to ride. That’s why Thomas Built engineering and design, construction methods, technology and even customer service are guided by bus safety. We are the recognized leader, and we’re proud of that.
Where can I buy a used school bus in Iowa?
Thomas Bus Sales of Iowa inventories a wide selection of new and used school buses available on their lot in Des Moines, Iowa. View our current inventory of used buses in the page below. Few companies in the history of the commercial bus industry have had the success and sustaining impact of ElDorado National.
Why buy from National Bus sales?
At National Bus Sales we also have excellent pricing on Thomas Replacement Parts for all makes and models. Our goal is providing quality new and pre-owned Thomas Bus Parts and getting them to our customers as quickly as possible.