Volvo Buses
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Volvo 9800 Double Decker specifications
Dimensions
| Overall length | 15,000 mm |
| Overall width | 2,600 mm |
| Overall height, with AC | 4,201 mm |
| Wheelbase | 7,700 mm |
| Front overhang | 2,665 mm |
| Rear overhang | 4,635 mm |
| Approach angle | 8° |
| Departure angle | 9° |
| Turning radius (outer front corner) | 13,202 mm |
Weights
| Permitted GVW | 24,750 kg |
| Permitted front axle load | 7,500 kg |
| Permitted driving axle load | 11,500 kg |
| Permitted auxiliary axle load | 5,750 kg |
Passenger capacity
| No of seats | Up to 68 seats |
Luggage capacity
| Luggage compartment | 8.4 m3 |
| Luggage racks | 1.83 m3 in both decks |
| Drivers resting compartment | 1.1 m3 |
Driver station
| Driver's seat | Comfortable and ergonomic driver's seat |
| Steering wheel | Adjustable in height and position |
| Instrument cluster | Speedometer Tachograph Fuel level Coolant temperature Brakes Turbo and oil pressure Indicator lights Emergency lights Operation data recording External temperature sensor Fuel consumption gauge |
| Features | Reversing camera with dashboard display Curtains and blinds in the operator area Grass-like protective mat in the operator area Storage space behind the operator's seat Independent lighting for driver and guide Ignition control and locking from the engine area for maintenance |
Passenger cabin
| Passenger seats | Various configurable options Multiple comfort levels |
| Upholstery and overhead section trim | Configurable interior colour |
| Interior lighting | Reading kit for each passenger LED interior lighting LED lighting on the entry stairs Independent lighting for the passenger salon and engine area |
| Toilet | 100-liter waste tank 2 toilets in the lower deck and the option with 1 toilet in each deck |
| Passenger service equipment | Kitchenette (optional) |
| Features | 2-point or 3-point seat belts Overhead luggage compartments with airplane-style covers in the passenger area Wheelchair ramp |
Audio and video
| Passenger information | Display showing temperature and time in the passenger salons |
| Infotainment | Configurable audio and video system Operator or guide microphone |
Climate system
| Roof unit | Roof-mounted AC unit with heating |
| Defroster | 3-speed defroster |
| Other | Separate climate zones for driver and passengers |
Engine
| Engine | Volvo D13K |
| Emission standard | Euro 6 |
| Engine system | EGR + SCR (eSCR)
Common rail |
| Fuel | Diesel (UBA), HVO |
| Displacement | 12.8 dm3 |
| Cylinders | 6, in-line arrangement |
| Output | 500 hp |
| Torque ISO 1585 | 2,500 Nm |
| Torque ISO 1585, engine speed | 980–1,400 rpm |
Transmission and axles
| Gearbox | Volvo I-Shift AT2612G Volvo I-Shift ATO2612G |
| Front axle | Volvo RFS |
| Rear axle | Volvo RS1328 |
| Auxiliary axle | Electro-hydraullic steered axle |
| Differential lock | Optional |
Fuel tanks
| Diesel | 560 l |
| AdBlue® | 90 l |
| AdBlue® position | Left-hand side |
Fuel efficiency features
VAL (Volvo Acceleration Limiter) | ISO Flow This system activates when driving outside the economic torque and power zone. |
| I-See An intelligent cruise control system that uses GPS and telematics to record the topography of a route, optimising acceleration, gear changes and braking. |
Safety systems
| Active safety | Collision Warning with Emergency Brake Collision Warning with City Brake Forward Collision Warning Adaptive Cruise Control Intelligent Speed Assist Side Collision Avoidance Support Front Short Range Assist Lane Change Support Lane Keeping Support Driver Alert Support Tire Pressure Monitoring System Tire Pressure Regulation System (optional) |
| Emission standard | I-Coaching Safety Zones Electronic Stability Control |
| Engine system | Front Impact Protection Knee Impact Protection Front Underrun Protection Rear Underrun Protection |
Steering and suspension
| Power steering | Hydraulic power steering |
| Kneeling | Standard |
Exhaust system
| Exhaust aftertreatment | eSCR (EGR + SCR): Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) + Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC) Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Ammonia Slip Catalyst (ASC) On-board diagnostics (OBD) |
Cooling system
| Design | The new design of this system eliminates the hydraulic pump, reducing engine power demand and optimising fuel consumption Four electric fans in the charge air cooler and six in the radiator Tiltable radiator for easy maintenance access |
| Coolant filter | No coolant filter |
| Features | Enhances airflow in the engine compartment Antifreeze level warning Increased resistance to antifreeze temperature for improved cooling and reduced fuel consumption |
Air and brake system
| Brakes | Volvo disc brakes on all axles Combined braking with retarder |
| Braking system | Electronic Braking System (EBS 5) Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Hill Start Aid Door brake Automatic Traction Control Drag Torque Control |
| Air system | Pneumatic system, easily refilled from external circuit |
| Features | Automatic calibration after brake pad replacement Brake temperature warning Poor brake performance warning Lining wear sensing and analysis Retarder control via foot and hand controls |
Electrical system
| Starter batteries | 2 x 12 V |
| Consumer batteries | 2 x 12 V |
| Alternators | 4 x 150 A Load balanced alternators |
| Start system | Volvo I-Start system for increased uptime and extended battery life |
| Features | Separate battery system for ignition and unit's electrical consumption Optimised system to guarantee vehicle starting capability Optimised consumption system to ensure greater battery durability Load regeneration system to improve system efficiency |
Exterior and structure
| Body construction | High-strength carbon steel chassis components Galvanised steel bodywork and side panelling (optional stainless steel) Roof panels and luggage hatches in aluminium Front and rear walls made of single-piece composite material Front and rear frames in stainless steel Engine protection bar for reduced impact |
| Coating | Bi/tri-coat exterior paint Anti-corrosion treatment without preservative or silencer |
| Glazing | Side windows with tinted glass Single-pane electric operator window |
| Lights | Bi-Xenon headlights Halogen lights (optional) LED fog lights |
| Other | Electrically adjustable mirrors (optional) Centralised luggage hatch locking system Luggage hatches with parallel opening mechanism Two roof hatches with manual operation |
Doors and door system
| Door system | Central pneumatic Door lock system to ensure airtight sealing |
| Door layout | Single door in front |
| Opening direction | Out-Swing service door |
| Glazing | Double-pane glass in front door |
Tyres and rims
| Tyres | 315/80 R22.5" |
| Rims | Aluminium rims 9.00" x 22.5" |
| Spare wheel | Spare tyre matches the configuration |