GAZ Group launches new Euro 6 natural gas bus for Russian market

GAZ Group unveiled a Cruise coach equipped with a Euro 6 compliant CNG engine. The new model was

presented as part of the Bus World – 2016 exhibition that took place in May 18-20 in Kolomna, Moscow

region. The CNG bus based on a Scania chassis conforms to all international standards related to safety,

emissions and comfort, and will be manufactured under GAZ brand that is now used for the new range

of buses produced by GAZ Group companies.

The large Cruise bus for intercity and tourist transport operations is produced by Likino Bus Plant and

can carry 47 passengers. The bus is fitted with a Euro 6 compliant CNG engine produced by Scania.

Natural gas is filled into eight 150 liter cylinders with the total capacity of 1,200 liter ensuring an

operating range of 600 km.

High travel comfort is enabled by the soft pneumatic suspension with anti-roll bars on the front and rear

axles and the electronic control system with the body lifting and lowering capability.

The Cruise bus is provided with a wide range of options. The base set of features includes climate

control, an on-board computer, cruise control, ESP and anti rollover protection systems, uphill and

downhill assist systems and a TV/video combo.

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