Just before Shanghai Auto Show, the Shanghai Bus Show 2009 took place. There were Chinese models of buses presented. It is worth to observe them closer, as far, as theirs producers are looking at the European and American markets. One of the company, which is on its way to these markets is Higer Bus Company Limited. At the April exhibition, the company presented buses’ models, presentation of which are below.

1. KLQ6147S
KLQ6147S double deck large coach is designed for numerous passengers market, short or middle distance express way between 200km-500km. It is based on the SCANIA.HIGER A90 chassis and its basic appearance, this model emphasizes high class, safety and large capacity.

Dimensions: 13 700 x 2 550 x 4 000 (mm) length x width x height
Max seat number: 85+1
Luggage compartment capacity ?6.5 m3
Gross weight: 25 500 kg
Max speed ?120 km/h

Engine: DC1206 420hp Euro3, SCANIA, six cylinders, in line, four strokes, turbo charger
Power – 420 hp
Transmission:SCANIA, speed - 8 forward, 1 reverse
Tire: MICHELIN, 315/80R22.5
Wheel rim: 9.00×22.5 steel
Disc brakes

Standard equipment: digital clock with thermometer, DVD player (electric LCD screen), reading lamp, curtains, toilet, driving data recorder with printer, front double panes windshield, electric regulating + electric defroster driver window, fabric upholstery as standard, xenon head lamp.

Optional equipment: Refrigerator, double glazed glass for side windows and back windshield, shock absorb, noise isolate, leather upholstery.

2. KLQ6125A
Dimensions: 12 000 x 2 550 x 3 800 (mm) length x width x height
Max seat number: 32+4
Luggage compartment capacity: 8.55 m3
Gross Weight 18000 kg
Max speed: 125 km/h

Engine: six cylinders, V-line, power 360 hp
Transmission:6 speed
Tire: MICHELIN, 295/80R22.5

Standard equipment: digital clock with thermometer, DVD video display system (electric foldaway colored LCD), reading lamps for passengers, side curtain, toilet, sealed window glass.

Optional equipment: Fridge, double glass, leather or artificial leather material, xenon headlights, tachograph with printing function.

3. KLQ6129GQ1
KLQ6129GQ1 is designed for passenger transportation on high class expressway. It has character of both city bus and medium-short distance coach.

Dimensions: 12 000 x 2 550 x 3 250 (mm) length x width x height
Max seat number: 32+4
Gross Weight : 11 800 kg
Max speed: 105 km/h

Engine: in-line, turbo-charged and inter-cooling Diesel engine, Euro III, power 199 hp
Transmission: 6 speeds
Tire: 275/70 R22.5

Equipment: interior lamp, manual sun visor, interior rear view mirror, clock, media system, monitor, air-conditioning, windscreen wiper, computer destination speaker.

4. KLQ6125(Q)
Tour coach KLQ6125(Q), meets the demands of tourism and business market in home and abroad. br>
Dimensions: 12 000 x 2 500 x 3 800 (mm) length x width x height
Max seat number: 45+1+1
Luggage compartment capacity < 8.55 m3
Gross Weight: 11 800 kg
Max speed: 120 km/h

Engine: In-line, 6 cylinders, Euro III, power 247 hp
Transmission: speeds 6 forward, 1 reverse
Tire: 295/80R22.5

Standard equipment: manual sliding side windows with aluminum frame, fabric upholstery as standard, High back rest adjustable passenger seats, Interior daylight lamp+LED night lamp, all seats with safety belt, DVD player (Electric LCD screen), side curtains, reading lampe, digital electric clock with thermometer, vehicle travelled recorder with printing function.

Optional equipment: back up LCD monitor, leather upholstery, front xenon distance lamp, toilet, refrigerator.

In domestic bus industry, Higer Bus Company Limited (hereinafter referred to as Higer Bus) is a young player, and also is the fastest developing one. Since the establishment in December, 1998, Higer Bus has become the biggest bus manufacturer from the "king of medium bus" in China gradually via enhancing management, exploiting overseas market, and focusing on the 'concept of safety'. Just for 10 years, the saleroom of Higer Bus has exceeded 730 millions USD.

Source: Higer Bus Company Limited

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