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Croner Bus
(PKE 280)

Connecting people to opportunities

Connecting people to opportunities: Connect rural areas to economic hubs. Connect workers to workplaces. Each seat in the vehicle is equipped with a USB port, so passengers can stay connected on the move.

Specifications

Fuel Efficiency

Connect to Fuel Efficiency
The UD Trucks PKE 280 urban buses bring modern mobility to both Africa’s far-flung remote areas and its metropolitan centres – reliably, economically and comfortably. The GH8E 280 is a fuel-efficient engine with high capacity offered in both Euro III and Euro V emission standards. As a result, it is, amongst other things, suitable for bus applications and regional distribution where both performance and fuel economy are crucial factors. The engine boasts a sturdy, dependable design featuring an overhead camshaft, four valves per cylinder, and precisely controlled common rail injection, an exhaust pressure governor (EPG) & turbocharger.

Driver Efficiency

Connect to drivability.
The new Allison 6th generation provides enhanced Cybersecurity and Functional Safety (ISO26262). The transmission also features a 1.98 stall torque ratio torque converter, resulting in high starting torque. Smooth gear change that covers the entire 6 speed range in relation to load and topography, leading to increased driving comfort. It is very gentle on the bus since it automatically lets the engine operate within its best rev range, which results in optimal fuel economy and driving comfort. The gearbox is conveniently operated via pushbuttons in the control panel. The ergonomically and logically laid out control panel has a clear display.

Safety

Connect To Safety

Passenger convenience and safety are a priority. The bus has illuminated step lights at the entrances to help improve visibility and protect commuters when boarding at night. It has SABS-approved chevron plates at the rear of the bus body and reflective tape on the sides to improve visibility on the road and reduce the likelihood of collisions in low-light or dark conditions. The full-length handrails enhance the ergonomic features and safety of the bus by providing support for standing passengers and preventing them from falling while in motion. Additionally, every unprotected seat features a lap-type safety belt to mitigate the impact of sudden stops in the event of a collision.

Productivity

A smart move for Productivity
Maximizing your resources equates to ensuring productivity and efficiency on every transport assignment. Every truck in your fleet should operate at its capacity. New Quester offers you more payload and productivity possibilities than ever. The optimized tare weight and driveline have significantly reduced the truck’s weight, allowing you to transport more on every trip.

Design

Chassis to build your business on
Are you looking for new ways to transport more cargo every run? Or are you worried that your trucks don’t have the capacity that your customers really require in order for you to guarantee safe and secure transport? With the Quester you can feel confident that you have a truck with payload capacity suited for your operation – whatever your business. It begins with a durable and rugged frame that provides a stable basis on which to build on.
Driveline
A powertrain for the long run.The heart of every Quester is our integrated powertrains that perform optimally because they’re specially designed and manufactured to work together. They combine the efficiency and durability of a Quester engine with a first class selection of globally proven drivetrain components.
Chassis
Delivers more than you expect. A heavy-duty chassis with high flexibility and quality. The design of components comes from UD Trucks’ and Volvo Group’s proven commercial-vehicle technology. The entire chassis is subject to extensive tests in accordance with our global standards. This guarantees high reliability, good economy and a long life.

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