General Description – New - 2025 Model Year 38+2 WC positions Passenger Conventional School Bus Chassis 236” Wheelbase Frame Rails: high strength, low alloy steel, 50,000 PSI Bumper, Front: Full width aerodynamic, 1/4" minimum thickness, heavy-duty steel. Bumper, Rear: 12" high, 3/16" thickness Frame Members, Attachment, & Supports: For serviceability and ease of repair, all frame members, attachments and supports shall be attached using threaded Grade 8 fasteners with lock nuts. Chassis Frame Rails and some Attachments: Painted gloss black finish for maximum rust and corrosion protection after assembly. Axle, Front: I-beam type with 10,000 lb. capacity. Meritor Suspension, Front: For a softer ride that improves driver and passenger comfort and lowers maintenance cost, suspension to be parabolic taper leaf design with 10,000 lb. capacity and shock absorbers. Axle, Rear: Dana single reduction, 19,800 lb. capacity. Shall include a magnetic drain plug. Rear Axle Ratio to Be 5.57 Rear End Ratio Steering Shaft: For longer life and lower maintenance cost the steering U - Joints shall be serviceable with grease fittings. Steering Column: 5 Position Tilt Steering Power Steering System, TSW-66 TRW Power Steering Power Minimum 50 Degree Wheel Cut for Exceptional Maneuverability Tilt Hood Assist with Three Piece Construction Exhaust to Exit in front of LH Rear Duals Cruise control
