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Northwest bus sales, inc thomas hdx school bus 36 adults. New listing 2005 thomas school bus flat nose front engine cat diesel 78 passenger no reserve. The thomas saftliner is the name of the transitstyle type d school bus product line produced by thomas built buses. Thomas hdx school bus tips and advice i want to share some areas of the hdx thomas school bus that our shop has experienced that you may have already dealt with or have not seen it happen yet. Too have the crossviews added to 2 basic mirrors is a poor design. Flat and convex integrated mirrors improve rearview visibility. School bus drivers recognized for making a difference thomas. With this thomas hdx rear engine pusher model the engineers were very kind developing an easy to use electrical circuit board system that offers the details of each board on the access door. Many customers are purchasing activity buses and customizing them to look, feel and drive like motor coaches. I want to share some areas of the hdx thomas school bus that our shop has experienced that you may have already dealt with or have not seen it happen yet.

In 2001, thomas introduced its current generation of rearengine bus. Over the years, the saftliner c2 school bus has earned a reputation for safety and efficiency. A type a school bus is a conversion bus constructed utilizing a cutaway frontsection vehicle with a leftside drivers door. Thomas built buses, dtnas electric mobility group and proterra are cocreating the next generation of school bus operations. The hdx and hdx cng compressed natural gas from from thomas built buses was built to handle them all. Wip beta released thomas saftliner hdx i decided to learn blender this summer, so i got a little more of a late start than usual. The thomas saftliner c2 is a cowledchassis bus manufactured by bus body manufacturer thomas built buses.

Fitted with rows of seating, thats enough to accommodate up to 72 child or 52 adult passengers, this bus is quite lengthy with an outside length of 36 ft. This bus comes to you new in its original box and is made of diecast metal. At the end of the twentieth century, the company was one of the top three manufacturers of large school buses, and was acquired by the freightliner group, which is part of daimler ag. This is a spot where safety, i am afraid, will loose out to dispatchers wanting instant communication with drivers. I think that adjustable pedal systems are one of the best thing that could have happenened to the school bus industry. Inside the bus is seating for 90 children or 60 adults on blue vinyl covered bench seats. Northwest bus sales used 2002 thomas hdx saf t liner 49 passenger b20476 duration.

The saftliner hdx from thomas built buses is built to handle them all. As a platinum support thomas dealer, we are committed to serving your transportation departments specific needs. Carolina bus sales 2006 thomas hdx 78 passenger used school. The hdx meets and exceeds fmvss, with safety being of utmost importance. The bus i went in didnt seem to have a properly operating one, but i guess they work by moving them wherever you want and then somehow lock them into place. The thomas built buses saftliner hdx is a typed, rearengined school bus. Hdx, efx, and c2 freightliner custom chassis b2 school bus chassis buses manufactured march 16, 2009, through june 29, 2018. This bus will have room for all of your equipment and up to 90 passengers. With many options like air conditioning, passthrough underbody storage, and coachstyle seating, it is sure to keep everyone comfortable no matter the distance.

In 95, they introduced the white roofs, then in 9697, they introduced the air doors, and finally, in 00 ish they introduced tinted windows. Not all of the information contained in this manual applies to every vehicle. Mar 23, 2014 thomas hdx school bus tips and advice. A new trend can be seen in the school bus industry. The battery systems offer unparalleled performance, greater fuel economy and recordbreaking range for heavyduty vehicles. It was known as the saftliner hd until the end of 2002 when it replaced the er. This is an excellent employee hauler, church bus, team bus, you name it. This bus is powered by the cummins isc diesel engine paired with a 5 speed allison automatic transmission. You already expect your thomas built bus to be safe and reliable, but with the c2, youll also get superior maneuverability and visibility in the same driver friendly. Nonetheless, i banged this thing out in record time and its finally here. Studies have shown that talking on a cell phone is distracting to drivers, the same would obviously go for radio talking.

Heres a great running and driving 2003 thomas saftliner hdx rear engine with only 77,018 miles. Custombuilt thomas built buses are equipped with various chassis and body components. This model is designed to keep drivers comfortable, with features like. A bus simulator where you drive the thomas built buses saftliner hdx, the blue bird all american, the blue bird vision, or the thomas built buses saftliner c2. Thomas school buses school buses and vans rohrer bus sales. Heavyduty shock absorbers take on any terrain, from mountain roads to narrow city streets, while the rearengine design keeps the ride nice and quiet for the driver. Up for sale is a thomas saftliner hdx school bus yellowwhite in 1. Thomas hdx i feel as if the hdx is the superior product in school transportation.

This 2006 thomas hdx saftliner flat nose pusher school bus seats 55 in standard vinyl bench seats. Key features of the thomas saftliner hdx school bus. Aug 22, 2012 2003 thomas saftliner hdx driver pov mr bus driver 804. It offers outstanding maneuverability, exceptional driver ergonomics and bestinclass visibility among type c buses. Hdx easytoread gauges and an adjustable seat makes driving easier. This model is designed to keep drivers comfortable, with features like standard tilt and telescoping steering wheel and optional adjustable. Auto safety house 2020 thomas built hdx bus walkaround. All types of buses, a new school bus for every need kerlin.

Drivers owners operators manuals saftliner c2 school bus drivers manual pdf 2. With thomas hdx s you can have a mercedes benz, cummins isc, cat c7 or john deere cng. Thomas rear engine school bus electrical troubleshooting. The transitliner hdx is a transitstyle commercial bus thats designed for comfort on even the longest trips. Fully ducted ac and 45 high back seats with seat belts keeps your passengers safe and comfortable. Official virginia school bus thread school bus fleet. This is a photo of one of our new thomas hdx buses with the cctsutrak transit type ac system. And because safety is important to everyone, each hdx school bus meets or. The dashboard in the hdx is the same one found in the freightliner bus and their trucks. Fullwidth front access panel allows for easy access. In 1938, the company introduced the first school bus made of steel.

Used driver side rosco integrastyle bus mirror complete assembly. Used 2003 thomas hdx rear engine 45 passenger commercial bus. Seating available from 66 children44 adults up to 8490 children5660 adults. I wanted to try and get some pictures of different specs for this bus to influence ideas that will make ours look different than the regular school buses we have, of course. I think they mean the adjustable foot pedals like the thomas hdx has. Are you referring to the electrical access panel found under the driver s window. In 1939, frank sir, known as the father of the yellow school bus, set 44 mandatory standards, including a yellow color for school buses throughout the united states. This bus is powered by a cat c7 acert diesel engine paired with a 5 speed allison automatic transmission.

They are the only thomas hdx buses i have ever seen with only one roof hatch. In 1996, thomas built buses released the fs65 bus, which was manufactured with various engine options. We help you find the heavy duty truck parts that you need. This is my brother giving a tour of his 2008 thomas hdx school bus. Into this highly compact and maneuverable vehicle, thomas built buses has packed all the safety features and rugged engineering of their bigger school buses.

Best known for its production of yellow school buses, thomas produces other bus designs for a variety of usages. This model is designed to keep drivers comfortable, with features like standard tilt and telescoping steering wheel and optional adjustable pedals. Mar 17, 2020 if youre looking for your very own rear engine school bus to call home or a weekend rv, or perhaps even a food truck, do we have a few in stock for you. New thomas hdx buses school bus fleet magazine forums. We went with thomas this year for several reasons, not. This way the driver must safely park the bus before useing the radio. Safety meets or exceeds fmvss roof bows extend to bottom of side panels. Northwest bus sales used 2005 thomas hdx saftliner 54 passenger rear engine school bus b60918 duration. We are trying to get our school district to buy a thomas hdx for long trips, and band trips. This bus is powered by the cat c7 diesel engine paired with a 5 speed allison automatic transmission. They are a very comfortable bus to drive mainly because of the engine weight in the back end that smooths out the suspension even more which is a neway air bag system. This is a great price for a highly sought after type of school bus.

Keep the driver comfortable with features like the standard tilt and telescoping steering wheel and optional adjustable pedals, while air conditioning, coachstyle seating and heavyduty shock absorbers make the ride a perfectly pleasant one. Thomas hdx cng school bus polk district schools 1248 92412 duration. The thomas type d rearengine hdx, type a minotour, and smoothsided saftliner c2 are perfect for schools. Introduced in 1978, the saftliner marked the transition to inhouse chassis production by thomas. Saftliner c2 school bus driver s manual general operatormaintenance manuals. The minotour may be the smallest school bus on the roads of new jersey, but dont be fooled by its size. They are mostly conventional still, however they do have a few thomas hdx cng buses floating around as well. Im thankful for this as you can see in the video it makes.

On certain buses, the bendix air disc brake caliper on the left driver side rear corner may experience an unintended. If you are traveling from out of town, were happy to pick you up at the airport or your hotel. A type d, or transitstyle, school bus is constructed utilizing a stripped chassis. Thomas built buses largest school bus, with up to 84 passengers, it is safe, reliable and innovative thomas built buses, incorporated, thomas traces its roots to when it was incorporated as the perley a. And because safety is important to everyone, each hdx school bus. Powered by a cat c7 diesel motor and a 6 speed allison automatic transmission. This blue bird is being made into a veggie conversion. Beer can bacon burger recipes by the bbq pit boys duration. Introduced in 2004, the c2 marked the first usage of the freightliner c2 chassis.

Who makes that sun visor that you specd for the drivers, and how exactly does it work. Here we have a 2004 thomas saftliner hdx school bus. Here we have a 2005 thomas saftliner hdx school bus. Thomas built buses is the largest fullline bus manufacturer in all of north america, with more school buses on the road in new jersey then any other manufacturer. This is a standard height school bus with the inside height only measuring at 73 in.

At hoekstra transportation, we ensure that our school buses provide drivers and students the most comfortable and safe experience every single day. Thomas car work after world war ii became a leader in its industry. See the full write up here thomas hdx school bus roadtest. Thomas built buses are the premier school buses for safety and dependability. Generous underbody storage ensures there is room for all your gear.

Please call us at 18002317099 with any questions about this bus for sale or any buses for sale on our website. While produced largely for school bus use, the c2 is also produced for. Keep the driver comfortable with features like the. The saftliner hdx and saftliner hdx cng compressed natural gas from from thomas built buses, was built to tackle any road condition thrown at it. Inside the bus is seating for 60 children or 44 adults on blue vinyl covered bench seats. Electrical troubleshooting can be a breeze once you know the layout. The styling is unbeatable and the engine choices are unmatched as well. Anyway, no, my local school district doesnt have that option on any of their current buses.

Students boarding a yellow school bus usa united states of america line of school buses in atlanta. This model is designed to keep drivers comfortable, with features like standard tilt. Yet its also one of the most innovative vehicles around. The thomas saftliner hdx is popular with schools, churches, transit authorities, student transportation, among many other users that need to move large groups with the best bus available. Call us today at 8772877253 to get more information and schedule an appointment to see this bus. Its much like any blueprint that details the operating system. Keeping thomas built buses commitment to nonstop service and support means our uptotheminute technical information is available 247. Hdx easytoread gauges and an adjustable seat makes. Rigs of rods school bus driving thomas saftliner hdx pm route duration. The hdx was introduced as the heavierduty, updated version of the thomas built buses saftliner er. Sep 28, 2019 electrical troubleshooting can be a breeze once you know the layout. Options like coachstyle seating, passthrough under body.