VDL Bus & Coach na  veletrhu Busworld 2007

(VDL Bus & Coach at Busworld 2007). Kromě premiér a jubilejní Futury bude vystaven i metrobus APTS Phileas.
(VDL Bus & Coach at Busworld 2007). Kromě premiér a jubilejní Futury bude vystaven i metrobus APTS Phileas.
VDL Bus & Coach nabízí kompletní portfolium autokarů, městských a linkových autobusů, mini a midibusů, podvozkových modulů a špičkových dopravních systémů. Společnost zajišťuje i obchod z ojetými autobusy a autokary.

V expozici VDL Bus & Coach se během veletrhu Busworld 2007 19.-24.10. představí všechny společnosti skupiny VDL Bus & Coach :
VDL Berkhof Heerenveen, VDL Berkhof Valkenswaard, VDL BOVA, VDL Bus International, VDL Jonckheere, VDL Kusters, APTS, VDL Coach & Bus Center, VDL Parts a Busland.
V centru bude Citea city bus, novinkou je Futura FLD 104, nízká Futura 10.4 m. Spociální pozornost je věnována jubileu 25 let designu Futura. Mezinárodní premiéru budou mít Picardie, ProCity a Jonckheere JHD.

TZ VDL Bus & Coach. překlad části BUSportál. Seznam vystavených vozidel v angličtině.
25 let autobusu BOVA Futura. (CZ + EN) (25 years of Futura)
Nová generace hybridu "street car" Phileas ve Francii. (CZ + EN).(New generation Phileas in France.)

VDL Bus & Coach at Busworld 2007
VDL Bus & Coach offers a full range of coaches, public transport buses, highquality public transportation systems, mini & midi buses, chassis modules and second-hand buses and coaches.

At the VDL Bus & Coach stand during Busworld 2007 (hall 4, stand IV-4) all the VDL Bus & Coach companies are represented: VDL Berkhof Heerenveen, VDL Berkhof Valkenswaard, VDL BOVA, VDL Bus International, VDL Jonckheere, VDL Kusters, APTS, VDL Coach & Bus Center, VDL Parts and Busland.

An absolute eye-catcher at the VDL Bus & Coach stand is the Citea city bus. A new launch is the Futura FLD 104, a low Futura with a length of 10.4 metres. Special attention will be given to the 25th anniversary of this design classic. The models Picardie, ProCity (7-metre variant) and the Jonckheere JHD will experience their international trade show premier during Busworld 2007. Busworld 2007 takes place in Kortrijk from 19 to 24 October 2007.

Hall 4 – stand IV-4

The spacious and stylish stand of VDL Bus & Coach will be located in hall 4. Here, a range of products will be on display, including the following:

• Synergy SDD 141-510: A double-decker with a length of 14.1 metres, in an 83+2+1 passenger layout with Vogel Eco 40 seats, equipped with the Euro 5 DAF MX 375 S engine and AS Tronic transmission.

• Jonckheere JSD 140-460: The vehicle that participated in the Coach Euro Test 2007, in a 48+1+1 passenger layout with Vogel Magnio seats, equipped with the Euro 5 DAF MX 340 S engine and AS Tronic transmission.

• Magiq MHD 148-460 Magnum: A 15-metre long vehicle, in a 65+1+1 passenger layout, with Kiel Avance 1010 seats, equipped with a new dashboard, a new driver’s console and a new driver's window, the Euro 5 DAF MX 340 S engine and AS Tronic transmission.

• Futura FHD 127-365: The leader among the Futuras, in a 53+1+1 passenger layout with Kiel Avance 1020 seats, equipped with the Euro 5 DAF PR 265 S engine and AS Tronic transmission. Particularly renowned with its low net weight.

• Axial ASD 129-410: A luxurious coach with a length of 12.9 metres, seating for 53+1+1, constructed on the SB 4000+ MX chassis module and equipped with the Euro 5 DAF MX 300 S engine and AS Tronic transmission.

• Futura FLD 104-365: A new length for the FLD variant, in a 41+1+1 passenger layout with Vogel Eco 10 seats, equipped with the Euro 5 DAF PR 265 S engine and the GO-170 manual transmission. For maximum manoeuvrability and flexibility.

• Citea CLF 120-250: The new city bus from VDL Bus & Coach. A completely flat floor, a high degree of modularity, compact dimensions and great manoeuvrability are what make the Citea suitable for any use. Exceeds the EEV emission standards. Executed with seating for 28+1 plus standing room for 79.

• Ambassador ALE 120-225: A low-floor bus with an innovative, lightweight construction, specially designed for the demanding conditions of city and regional transport. Exceeds the EEV emission standards. Executed with seating for 40+2+1 plus standing room for 40.

• Transit TLE: A 12-metre-long ‘low entry’ public transport bus in a 39+1 passenger layout with Fainsa Cosmic seats, disabled passenger capacity, a Euro 5 Volvo D7E290 engine and a Voith D864.5 automatic transmission.

• Picardie PLD 86-180: The new luxury midi bus from VDL Bus & Coach, presented for the first time at an international trade show. Built on an Mercedes-Benz Vario 818 chassis and equipped with all the conveniences: kitchen, refrigerator, video system, etc. 29 luxury passenger seats and nearly 4 m3 of baggage area complete the Picardie.

• MidEuro MLD 73-150: A mini bus constructed on a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 515 CDI and equipped with 19 luxury passenger seats, air conditioning, video and a large baggage area.

• MidCity MLF 73-150: A mini public transport bus, built on a Volkswagen Crafter chassis with room for a maximum of 22 seated and standing passengers. By combining the low floor construction with an increased wheelbase, even more standing room and space for wheelchairs can be created. Thanks in part to the FutureFix system, the seating (and wheelchairs) in the low floor section can be placed at variable positions. • ProCity PLF 69-175: A midi transport bus with a completely flat floor in a new 7- metre version. Executed with 12 fixed seats, 2 folding seats, 8 standing positions (10 if the folding seats are raised) and 1 driver’s seat.

• SB 200: A chassis module for a low-floor regional bus with the Euro 5 Cummins ISBe5 6.7 litre engine, equipped with an additional SMF filter (Sintered Metal Filter). This results in emission levels, and particularly fine particle emission levels, that are far below those specified by the EEV (Enhanced Environmentally-friendly Vehicle) standard.

• SB 4000+ and SBR 4000+: Front and rear chassis module of the SB 4000+ and rear chassis module of the SBR 4000+, for use in coaches and 2- and 3-axle buses. Outdoor exposition area The following VDL Bus & Coach products will be shown in the outdoor area:

• Phileas: A high-quality public transport system that combines the positive aspects of a tram or metro with the flexibility and low exploitation costs of a bus system. The Phileas can best be compared to a tram on tyres with virtual rails. Equipped with a parallelhybrid drive. Presented at Busworld 2007: the 24-metre variant with seats for 46+1 and standing room for 134.

• Jonckheere JHD 122-410: The lowered version of the Jonckheere JSD, shown for the first time at an international trade show. Featuring seating for 49+1+1 and equipped with the DAF MX 300 S Euro 4 engine and AS Tronic transmission.

• Transit TLF 187-310 articulated: The premier low-floor bus for city and regional transport, articulated, featuring unibody design, with a length of 18.7 metres, in a 56+1 passenger layout with Fainsa Cosmic seats, disabled passenger capacity and the Euro 4 DAF PR 228 S engine.

• Lexio LLD 130-365: The Intercity from VDL Bus & Coach, with a length of 13 metres, in a 61+1+1 passenger layout with 1 wheelchair place and 19 standing places, equipped with the DAF PR 265 S Euro 4 engine and the GO-170 manual transmission. • Pacific: A bus specially designed for use in African countries. Known for its durability and large capacity for passenger transport as well as its low maintenance costs. During Busworld 2007 it will be shown in the 12-metre length with seating for 63+1, equipped with the Euro 3 DAF PE 183 C engine and ZF S6-85 transmission.

PR VDL Bus & Coach bv, Eindhoven, 13 September 2007