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Overview
Propane is the world's most popular clean-burning alternative fuel. In North America we have an abundant domestic supply. And it's about 40% less expensive than a gallon of gasoline or diesel on a btu basis. So it just makes sense to consider propane for school bus fleets. Setting up the infrastructure is an easy and relatively low-cost proposition.
PROPANE-FUELED VEHICLES PERFORM.
You can expect exceptional power and quiet operation from your Thomas Built Buses propane-fueled Saf-T-Liner® C2 bus. And this bus is available with popular options like wheelchair lifts and air-conditioning.
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Features
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Seating capacity
Up to 81
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Wheelbase
219", 238", 259", 279"
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GVWR
Up to 33,000 GVWR
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Transmission
Allison 2300 PTS Series
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Engine
8.0L V-8 LPG by Powertrain Integration with liquid propane injection system by CleanFUEL USA
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Power
HP: 339 hp @ 4100 rpm
Torque: 495 lb-ft @ 3100 rpm
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Warranty
5 years/100,000 miles
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Fuel Tank
2-tank system, estimated 300 mile range; gas gallon equivalent of 70 gallons
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Propane Autogas Benefits
- CARB-certified
- Abundant domestic supply of propane. More than 90% of the US's propane autogas is produced in the U.S.
- Propane autogas is the most widely used alternative fuel in the world
- Up to 60% less expensive than a gallon of gasoline on a btu basis
- Fully-integrated fuel system
- Horsepower and torque ratings result in exceptional power performance
- Quiet and smooth drive
- Easy and relatively low-cost fueling setup at fleet location
- Allison 2300 PTS Series transmission
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Safety
At Thomas Built Buses, passenger safety is our number one priority. Every bus we manufacture meets or exceeds all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for school buses.
- Tanks are 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline or diesel tanks
- Low working pressure of 150-250 psi
- Narrow flammability range
- Non-toxic, non-poisonous and insoluble in water
- Tanks are located between the frame rails with a safety cage
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