All-New Electric
School Buses

Blue Bird Electric
School Bus
Type D

Blue Bird EV School-Bus-Type D

Specifications
Capacity
Multiple floor plans available with passenger seating up to 81
Exterior Width
96”
Interior Width
90 3/4”
Isle Width
Varies by floor plan
Skirt Length
25 3/4”
Interior Headroom
77”
Overall Height
124”
Wheelbase
245” / 259” / 273”
Batteries
155 kWh Li-ION NMC/ G cell
Entrance Door
32” wide x 81” high / double “full view” outward opening
Propulsion System
Cummins PowerDrive 7000
Motor
TM4® SUMO™

Chassis

• 100,000 psi steel frame rails 10 1/8″ high x 3″ flanges x 1/4″ thick
• Cummins PowerDrive 7000 propulsion system, Utilizing an electric motor, 315 peak horsepower, 2,400ft-lbs peak torque
• 155 kWh Lithium ion NMC/G cell between frame rails
• 620 Nominal Voltage
• Up to 120 miles per charge dependent on drive cycle, driver behavior, accessories and HVAC usage
• 11R22.5 (G) tires
• Large, easy to read gauges
• 13,200 lb. front axle with parabolic
spring suspension
• 23,000 lb. rear axle with leaf spring suspension
• Rubber coolant hoses
• Anti-lock brakes
• Air brake system
• 12” steel front bumper
• Tilting/telescoping steering column
• Group-31 12v battery
• “Huck Spin” fasteners on all permanent frame fixtures

Durability

• All parts are pre-primed or thoroughly rust-proofed after fabrication and before assembly
• Entire underbody (body skirt and floor) is undercoated before mounting on chassis
• Exterior surfaces are painted with heat-cured polyurethane
• Interior surfaces are painted with high-quality, hotsprayed, baked-on enamel
• 1/8” Smooth black rubber flooring, 3/16” ribbed rubber aisle
• Rubber cooling hoses
• Rubber molded wheelhouse
• “Huck Spin” frame fasteners

Strength

• 14-gauge steel, hat shaped posts and roof bows
• 16-gauge, channeled interior steel window headers
• Riveted and welded construction
• Four full-length, 16-gauge exterior side rub rails
• 20-gauge fluted exterior side panels
• 22-gauge interior galvalume side panels
• 14-gauge steel floor panels
• 100,000 psi steel chassis frame, 1/4” thick with permanent fixtures and attached with “Huck Spin” fasteners

Safety

• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
• Single halogen headlights
• Driver’s three-point seat belt with adjustable 7 1/2” pillar loop
• Outward-opening entrance door
• Flat and convex rearview mirrors
• Crossview mirrors
• Electric horn with high and low note
• Blue Bird’s unitized construction of the passenger compartment
• 15” steel front bumper, 12” steel rear bumper
• Suspended brake and accelerator pedals with optimized spacing
• Certified to Colorado Rack and Load and Kentucky Pole testing
• Sound generator enabled with speeds less than 20mph

Serviceability

• Wiper motors mounted behind hinged panel for easy access
• Easy access to front headlights
• Body wiring terminal is easily accessible through exterior electrical compartment
• Wiring is color coded and continuously numbered for easy identification
• Fused circuit protection
• Grease fittings on emergency door hinges
• Easy-opening, outward opening entrance door; features long-lasting, oil-impregnated, bronze pivotal bearings
• All Lights equipped with plug in connectors

Comfort & Convenience

• 77” headroom at aisle, front to rear
• 12” Split-sash, tempered windows
• Tinted windshield
• 90,000 btu front heater and defroster
• Full “panoramic” cockpit view
• Full body insulation
• Acoustic headlining (Driver’s section)
• Efficiency meter

Driver Ergonamics

• Power steering with tilting/telescoping column
• Large, easy to read gauges
• Backlit, easy to reach switch panel with rocker switches
• Electric, intermittent, single switch windshield wipers
• 3-point seat belt with 7 1/2” vertical adjustment
• Fully adjustable driver’s seat
• Wraparound dash

Optional Features

• Front and rear air ride suspension available on 259” and 273” wheelbase only
• Roof or skirt mounted HV self contained A/C
• Wheelchair lift is available as right side mid mount only
• Driver side tool compartment
• Driver side mid-mount luggage compartment
• Stepwell area heater, front of bus heaters and rear bus heaters

Blue Bird Electric
School Bus
Type C

Blue Bird EV School-Bus-Type C

Specifications
Capacity
Multiple floor plans available with passenger seating up to 72
Exterior Width
96”
Interior Width
90 3/4”
Isle Width
Varies by floor plan
Skirt Length
25 3/4”
Interior Headroom
77”
Overall Height
123”
Wheelbase
252” / 273”
Batteries
155 kWh Li-ION NMC/ G cell
Entrance Door
27” wide x 78” high / double “full view” outward opening
Propulsion System
Cummins PowerDrive 7000
Motor
TM4® SUMO™
Specifications
Tire Size
11R22.5 (G)
Brakes
Air brakes 5" front and 7" rear
Suspension
Front - 10,000 lb. parabolic springs
Rear - 23,000 lb. leaf springs
Steering
Tilting/telescoping steering
Front Axle
10,000 lb.
Rear Axle
23,000 lb.
Wheel Cut
50°
GVWR
Up to 33,000 lb.
Miles per Charge
Up to 120 miles
Recharge Time
Standard CCS1 connector with AC and DC
Fast Charging capabilities:
- Level 2 charging in approx. 8hrs
- Level 3 (DCFC) charging in approx. 3hrs

Chassis

• 100,000 psi steel frame rails 10 1/8″ high x 3″ flanges x 1/4″ thick
• Cummins PowerDrive 7000 propulsion system, Utilizing an electric motor, 315 peak horsepower, 2,400ft-lbs peak torque
• 155 kWh Lithium ion NMC/G cell between frame rails
• 620 Nominal Voltage
• Up to 120 miles per charge dependent on drive cycle, driver behavior, accessories and HVAC usage
• 11R22.5 (G) tires
• Large, easy to read gauges
• 10,000 lb. front axle with 10,000 lb. parabolic spring suspension
• 23,000 lb. rear axle with leaf spring suspension
• Rubber coolant hoses
• Anti-lock brakes
• 15” steel front bumper
• Tilting/telescoping steering column
• Group-31 12v battery
• “Huck Spin” fasteners on all permanent frame fixtures

Durability

• All parts are pre-primed or thoroughly rust-proofed after fabrication and before assembly
• Entire underbody (body skirt and floor) is undercoated before mounting on chassis
• Exterior surfaces are painted with heat-cured polyurethane
• Interior surfaces are painted with high-quality, hotsprayed, baked-on enamel
• 1/8” Smooth black rubber flooring, 3/16” ribbed rubber aisle
• Rubber cooling hoses
• Rubber molded wheelhouse
• “Huck Spin” frame fasteners

Strength

• 14-gauge steel, hat shaped posts and roof bows
• Rigid 16-gauge steel roof longitudinal internal structural members
• 16-gauge, channeled interior steel window headers
• Riveted and welded construction
• Four full-length, 16-gauge exterior side rub rails
• 20-gauge fluted exterior side panels
• 22-gauge interior galvalume side panels
• 14-gauge steel floor panels
• 100,000 psi steel chassis frame, 1/4” thick with permanent fixtures and attached with “Huck Spin” fasteners

Safety

• 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
• Single halogen headlights
• Driver’s three-point seat belt with adjustable 7 1/2” pillar loop
• Outward-opening entrance door with 1,350 square-inch tempered safety glass
• Best driver’s line of sight in the school bus industry for a Type C product
• Flat and convex rearview mirrors
• Crossview mirrors
• Electric horn with high and low note • Blue Bird’s unitized construction of the passenger compartment
• 15” steel front bumper, 12” steel rear bumper
• 8.25 x 22.5 Disc, hub-piloted steel wheels
• Certified to Colorado Rack and Load and Kentucky Pole testing
• Sound generator enabled with speeds less than 20mph

Serviceability

• Chassis multiplex wiring
• Large work space under hood
• Easy hood assist
• Body wiring terminal is easily accessible through exterior electrical compartment
• Wiring is color coded and continuously numbered for easy identification
• Fused circuit protection
• Grease fittings on emergency door hinges
• Easy-opening, outward opening entrance door; features long-lasting, oil-impregnated, bronze pivotal bearings
• Body wiring is encased in “easy to access” ABS molding above passenger windows

Comfort & Convenience

• 77” headroom at aisle, front to rear
• 12” Split-sash, tempered windows
• Tinted windshield
• 90,000 btu front heater and defroster
• Full “panoramic” cockpit view
• Full body insulation
• Acoustic headlining (Driver’s section)
• Efficiency meter

Driver Ergonamics

• “Best-in-class” driver visibility
• Power steering with tilting/telescoping column
• Large, easy to read gauges
• Backlit, easy to reach switch panel with rocker switches
• Electric, intermittent, single switch windshield wipers
• 3-point seat belt with 7 1/2” vertical adjustment
• Fully adjustable driver’s seat
• Wraparound dash

Optional Features

• Front and rear air ride suspension available on 273” wheelbase only
• Roof or skirt mounted HV self contained A/C
• Wheelchair lift is available as right side rear mount only
• Driver side tool compartment
• Driver side mid-mount luggage compartment
• Stepwell area heater, front of bus heaters and rear bus heaters

Micro Bird Electric
School Bus
Type A

Micro Bird EV School-Bus-Type A

Specifications Ford E-450
Max Passenger Capacity
30 / 18
Number of Rows
5 / 5
Exterior Length Overall
283" / 283"
Exterior Width Overall
96" / 96"
Exterior Height Overall
113" / 118"
Interior Floor Length
177.25" / 177.25"
Interior Width at Hip
93" / 93"
Interior Height at Center Line
76" / 76"
Entrance Door
32" x 77" / 32" x 82"
Entrance Door
27” wide x 78” high / double “full view” outward opening
Side Windows
35" x 30" / 35" x 30"
Motor
Electric Borg-Warner Remy

Reinforced Structure

• Aluminum side body panels for longevity and low repair costs
• HD package available for harsh driving conditions
• Extra structural reinforcement to meet stringent requirements
• One Piece galvanized steel roof bow

Enhanced Safety

• Heavy-gauge steel side impact barriers
• Easy access to control panel
• Maximum visibility with the more-view window and the fully glassed entrance door

Superior Insulation and Quietness

• 1.5″ fiberglass throughout
• Insulated roof bows
• Prevents condensation and corrosion
• Reduction of noise transfer into passenger compartment

Increased Comfort

• Wider seating for superior comfort
• Wide body design creating large aisle
• Better compartmentalization
• Better knee clearance and modularity
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EV Infrastructure

One of the most important components to consider when moving towards electric vehicles is infrastructure. Charging stations are available in AC (standard) and DC (fast) charge configurations. Our experts will help you choose the right options to match your operational needs.

Grant funding is also available to help or sometimes even totally cover the cost of infrastructure. Contact us for help!
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Smooth Quiet Ride

Where other cutaways start with multiple layered walls and ceilings, Diamond Coach bodies are comprised of an all composite honeycomb construction. Less parts equals no friction and no rattles and squeaks down the road. This results in a noticeably quieter interior. Now add in a nearly silent electric drivetrain and your passengers will experience the quietest ride in the industry.

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Specifications
Base Chassis
Ford Transit 350HD Passenger Van
GVWR
10,360 lbs
Minimum Wheelbase
148 in
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
Level 2 (6.6 kW) and Level 3 (up to 80 kW) with J1772 CCS Combo
Efficiency
61 MPGe / EPA City and 66 MPGe / EPA Highway
All Electric Range*
60 miles     |     120 miles
Battery Capacity
43 kWh     |     86 kWh
Charge Time
5.5 hours (Level 2)     |       11.25 hours (Level 2)

1 hour (Level 3)           |       1.5 hours (Level 3)
Payload and Passenger Capacity**
15 passengers including driver
Maximum Speed
65 mph (electronically limited)
Peak Power
215 HP (160 kW)
Torque Rating (after transmission)
733 lb-ft (994 Nm)
Warranty
• Base Chassis: Ford standard warranty

• EV Conversion: Lightning Systems standard warranty

(Powertrain and battery 5 year / 60,000 miles)
Analytics
• Preventive Maintenance • Range Analysis • Driver Behavior
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Zero Emissions Shuttle
Buses & Vans

Complimentary Grant
Funding Assistance

Let’s face it, grant funds typically go hand-in-hand with green technologies and California leads the way on both fronts, but programs can be complicated and extremely time consuming. A-Z Bus Sales has your back! Let our team of experts get you up to speed on the available programs and help you tackle the processing of your applications.

HVIP

The California Air Resources Board (CARB), in partnership with CALSTART, launched the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) to accelerate the adoption of cleaner, more-efficient trucks and buses. HVIP works directly with dealers to apply the voucher incentive at the time of purchase. Any commercial vehicle user in California, including municipal fleets, smalls businesses, school districts and more can apply.

VW Funds

The Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust (Trust) provides about $423 million for California to mitigate the excess nitrogen oxide (NOX) emissions caused by VW’s use of illegal emissions testing defeat devices in certain VW diesel vehicles. The Trust provides funding opportunities for specified eligible actions that are focused mostly on “scrap and replace” projects for many sectors, including Transit and shuttle buses.
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Specifications
Base Chassis
Ford Transit 350HD Passenger Van
GVWR
10,360 lbs
Minimum Wheelbase
148 in
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
Level 2 (6.6 kW) and Level 3 (up to 80 kW) with J1772 CCS Combo
Efficiency
61 MPGe / EPA City and 66 MPGe / EPA Highway
All Electric Range*
60 miles     |     120 miles
Battery Capacity
43 kWh     |     86 kWh
Charge Time
5.5 hours (Level 2)     |       11.25 hours (Level 2)

1 hour (Level 3)           |       1.5 hours (Level 3)
Payload and Passenger Capacity**
15 passengers including driver
Maximum Speed
65 mph (electronically limited)
Peak Power
215 HP (160 kW)
Torque Rating (after transmission)
733 lb-ft (994 Nm)
Warranty
• Base Chassis: Ford standard warranty

• EV Conversion: Lightning Systems standard warranty

(Powertrain and battery 5 year / 60,000 miles)
Analytics
• Preventive Maintenance • Range Analysis • Driver Behavior
Specifications
Base Chassis
Ford E-450 Shuttle, Cutaway, Stripped Chassis
GVWR
14,500 lbs
Minimum Wheelbase
176 in
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
Level 2 (6.6 kW) and Level 3 (up to 80 kW) with J1772 CCS-1 Combo
Efficiency
61 MPGe / EPA City and 66 MPGe / EPA Highway
All Electric Range*
80 miles     |     120 miles
Battery Capacity
86 kWh     |     129 kWh
Charge Time
(Level 2)

11.25 hours     |       16.75 hours

(DC Fast Charge)

1.5 hour          |        2.25 hours
Payload and Passenger Capacity**
7,980 lbs     |       7,200 lbs

(Weight of body is part of total payload)
Maximum Speed
65 mph (electronically limited)
Peak Power
241 HP (180 kW)
Torque Rating (after transmission)
790 lb-ft (1071 Nm)
Warranty
• Base Chassis: Ford standard warranty

• EV Conversion: Lightning Systems standard warranty

(Powertrain and battery 5 year / 60,000 miles)
Analytics
• Preventive Maintenance • Range Analysis • Driver Behavior
Specifications
Base Chassis
Ford F-550 (regular cab)
GVWR
17,500 - 19,500 lbs
Minimum Wheelbase
217 in
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
Level 2 (6.6 kW, 13.2 kW optional)

DC Fast Charge (up to 80 kW)

Connector J1772 CCS-1 Combo
All Electric Range*
100 miles
Battery Capacity
122 kWh
Charge Time
(Level 2 at 6.6 kW)

15.5 hours

(DC Fast Charge at up to 80 kW)

2 hours
Maximum Speed
65 mph (electronically limited)
Peak Power
241 HP (180 kW)
Torque Rating (after transmission)
811 lb-ft (1100 Nm)
Warranty
• Base Chassis: Ford standard warranty

• EV Conversion: Lightning Systems standard warranty

(Powertrain and battery 5 year / 60,000 miles)
Analytics
• Preventive Maintenance • Range Analysis • Driver Behavior

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by A-Z Bus Sales

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