A wide range of buses can be classified according to various characteristics, the main one being capacity. This parameter allows to distinguish five varieties of passenger transport. One of the most popular types are large class buses.
General information, how they are called and not only
Large buses (“official” name – large class buses) are a popular type of passenger transport, the body length of the models of which does not exceed 12 meters.
Seat layout
The layout of passenger seats can be very different. The main requirement for the cabin layout is to ensure passenger safety. There is also no unified scheme of seat numbering, which is present in intercity/tourist buses. Therefore, different manufacturers and carriers have the ability to install seats as they see fit.
As a result, a bus of the same model/modification can have a different number of seats, their unequal arrangement and numbering. So often the question “How many seats in the bus?” can be answered approximately. In addition, it should not be forgotten that manufacturers produce basic and additional modifications, the number of seats in which and the beginning of numbering is also different.
Classes of capacity, size: small, medium and others
In addition to large-capacity buses, there are four other types, the dimensions of which are similar, and the number of seats differs depending on the purpose of the model:
Extra small (minibuses, up to 6 meters long) and small (up to 8) are mobile, so they are operated in the city and less often in the suburbs.
The medium-sized ones with a body length of up to 12 meters are extremely versatile and are suitable for a wide variety of applications.
Extra large (up to 18 meters) are indispensable for urban travel in metropolitan areas with heavy passenger traffic.
Purpose: sightseeing, tourist, city, intercity and others.
Large class buses have different purposes:
urban are designed for rapid boarding/disembarking a significant number of passengers, have a low floor;
suburban ones are equipped with comfortable seats and larger space for hand luggage;
intercity and tourist trains with adjustable seats, hand luggage racks and sizable luggage compartments ensure
increased comfort.
General purpose large buses can be converted to transport of a special type: school, pati-bass, apron, sightseeing, sleeping.
Small class models can be converted to ritual, cargo and passenger, and shift buses. All-terrain vehicles must have four-wheel drive, so not all models of buses are suitable as a basis.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption is the main operating parameter that directly affects the choice of vehicle model. Fuel consumption, which is the amount of fuel consumed per 100 kilometers, must be “within” certain standards.
The potential buyer – individual or company – can calculate the approximate fuel costs and the approximate profit margin. Consumption depends on many factors and parameters: driving style, operating conditions, fuels and lubricants used, type, capacity class, curb weight and design of the vehicle, fuel type, engine model.