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The Benefits of Irisbus Technology

Power is transmitted through an Alison MD 3060 fully automatic gearbox with integral retarder. With
its five speeds and torque converter it is a very simple unit to use.

                                                                   Everything is taken care of by the electronic
                                                                   control unit. This makes a direct contribution to
                                                                   safety as it frees the driver to concentrate on
                                                                   the road conditions and ensure that the
                                                                   schoolchildren in his charge arrive at their
                                                                   destination safely.

                                                                   Obviously, no schoolbus can be compromised
                                                                   by a braking system that is anything less than
                                                                   superb. The Irisbus "Scolabus 24" benefits from
                                                                   years of development expertise by Iveco
                                                                   engineers.
                                                                   The full air system benefits from a front axle
                                                                   having disc brakes carefully matched to drum
                                                                   brakes at the rear.

                                                                   Passenger comfort is assured by the Irisbus
                                                                   "Scolabus 24" riding easily on full air
                                                                   suspension for both axles. Not only does this
                                                                   isolate the occupants from much of the worst
                                                                   of the road surfaces but it also offers protection
                                                                   to body and chassis components thereby
                                                                   contributing to reduced operating costs.

        The strength of the "Scolabus 24" lies in its tough, "C" section chassis
        frame. Made from high tensile steel, it provides the integrity and
        reassurance that is so fundamental to the peace of mind of operators
        in this safety sensitive area.

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