Blue Bird EV

Custom Chassis

 

 

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Safety

Durability

Reliability

Blue Bird, the leader in electric and low-emission school buses is introducing an all-new, all-electric Class 5-6 EV custom chassis. This custom chassis combines performance with enhanced EV technology that can be built from the ground-up with our customer in mind. Applications include last mile delivery step vans, motorhomes, and other specialty vehicles, all on a high-performing and low-maintenance platform. This chassis offers an impressive list of customizable options that meet or exceed industry standards.

Safety, Reliability and Quality Comes Standard

Blue Bird has consistently focused on building transportation solutions with a primary focus on safety, reliability and quality. The Blue Bird Custom Chassis is no exception by offering seamless airbag integration with a Douglas AutoTec steering column with an 18″ diameter steering wheel. Innovations to enhance durability and quality are fully integrated front to back, from using stronger and lighter materials than steel throughout chassis body to a high-performance suspension system that weighs more than 50% less and allows more cargo carrying capacity without sway.

Efficiency and driver safety come hand in hand starting with smaller cables as compared to 400VDC operating systems and full operation with a nominal voltage of 630-650VDC. The capability of a 55-degree wheel cut vs. the industry standard of 50-degrees allows for a tighter turn radius and maneuverability and four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes with the Meritor Quadraulic (64mm) four piston brake caliper deliver better stopping performance with reduced downtime.

Features

  • 70 – 225 kWh range up to 175 miles
  • Standard 1⁄4” thick, 50,000 psi steel frame
  • Hendrickson 8,000 lb box beam style axle
  • 55-degree turning radius vs. the industry standard of 50-degrees
  • Operates with a nominal voltage of 630-650 VDC
  • Dana eS9000e Electrified e-Drive axle
  • Industry standard L spindle with oil bath wheel ends
  • Wheel options include white or black steel wheels or aluminum
  • Douglas AutoTec Steering Column with an 18″ diameter steering wheel allows for airbag integration by body manufacturers

Benefits

  • Custom options allow for flexibility in body sizes for up-fitters
  • 1⁄4” thick, 50,000 psi steel frame provides an extra level of strength that comes standard
  • Box beam style is lighter than industry standard all without sway bars, allowing for more cargo carrying capacity
  • More available length options than current electric competitive manufactured stripped chassis
  • Performance will easily match that of internal combustion engines; optimized for performance while maintaining a practical range
  • Parts availability at any major parts supplier

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