Controls for the power door, warning lights and other high-use items are placed on the steering wheel for greater driver convenience.

An exclusive “one-button” stop feature improves ergonomics by significantly reducing the number of driver tasks and movements required for loading and unloading children. It enables the driver to keep both hands on the wheel and both eyes on the passengers.

All switches are located within easy reach with no or minimal lean, allowing the drivers to maintain an eyes-front view.

The standard power door - already the widest entry door in the industry - was made both wider and taller for easier, more visible entry and egress.

Optimum seat position and placement of pedals, switches and controls yield that "just-right" feel drivers appreciate.

Patented dynalastic engine mounts, a soft-ride suspension package and generous sound-absorbing material deliver a quiet and comfortable ride.

Standard variable-rate rear springs and heavy-duty front shock absorbers isolate passenger and driver from harsh roads. Rear air suspension available.

Passenger Protection The Leave No Student Behind™ system ensures the bus is completely empty at the end of the day.

The electrical system allows an exterior lamp "pre-trip" to be performed quickly and easily by one person.

With full-power hydraulic brakes and the parking brake interlock feature, the key must be in "on" position and the service brake applied to release the parking brake.

With the electric door interlock feature, the entry door will not open if the vehicle is in motion.

Advanced all-steel body design includes a 78"

interior roof height, 90" inside width and weather

protected hidden hinges on the emergency door.

Steering wheel controls are available for the

standard power door and warning lights

Steel front and rear roof caps with

recessed-clearance lighting offer

greater protection.

A wheel cut of up to 50° provides

outstanding maneuverability.

The windshield is a three-piece flat glass

design with “roped in” rubber for simple,

low-cost replacement.

Metal reinforcement plates for

cross-view mirrors offer added

durability.

With easy-view fluid checks and a full-tilt

hood that requires just 15 pounds of effort,

daily checks can be performed quickly and

easily by all drivers. Splash guards are

integrated with the hood and stay out

of the way for easy engine access.

The standard integrated crossing arm

motor is protected by mounting within

the bumper.

Large Standard 15" full-power 4-wheel

disc brakes with ABS and traction control.

The full-power brake system provides a powered park

knob and interlock system requiring foot-on-service

brake to release.

Daytime running lights are standard and

include a feature that activates full exterior

lights when the wipers are turned on.

The standard 36" entry door and

three-step entrance provide easy

entry and an expansive driver field

of view.

Thicker 16-gauge side sheets and

skirts resist corrosion and deliver

long-lasting good looks.

The electrical system allows

the exterior light check to be

performed by just one person.

Flat floor provides seating flexibility,

greater capacity and easier interior

maneuverability. Optional 4-track

floor tie-down is available

Durable 12" flat-faced rear

bumper for easy lettering

or decal application.