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Specifications for the Volvo B8R Low Entry

The Volvo B8R Low Entry is a highly versatile bus chassis available with two or three axles, and multiple engine options and emission classes.

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Studio image of a Volvo B8R Low Entry 4x2 Euro 6 chassis

Floor configuration

Low entry

Fuel type

Diesel

HVO

Biodiesel (B100)

Engine output

320 or 350 hp

Permitted GVW

19.500 kg

Dimensions

A

Overall length

10.188-12.688 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

10.288-12.788 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

Overall width, front wheels or housing

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.500 mm

N

Overall width, rear wheels

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.480 mm

Frame height

1.618 mm

Approved wheelbase

4.700-7.000 mm

D

Transport wheelbase

3.500 mm

G

Front overhang

2.498 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

2.598 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

H

Rear overhang

3.190 mm

S

Steering wheel position

1.920 mm

2.020 mm

I

Track, front

2.068 mm

K

Track, rear

1.836 mm

O

Approach angle

7 °

P

Departure angle

7 °

Weights

Permitted gross vehicle weight (GVW)

19,500 kg

Permitted front axle load

7.500 kg

Permitted rear axle load

12.000 kg

Driver station

Dashboard

Cluster and controls transit mounted

Available with Volvo dashboard

Instrument cluster

Speedometer

Turbo and oil pressure

Indicators

Warning lamps

Features

Steering wheel buttons for easy access

Integrated radio with bluetooth mobile connection

Automatic headlamp switch

Rain sensor

Tachograph

Data logging

Prepared for alcolock

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Fuel tanks

Fuel efficiency features

Features

Dynamic Chassis Lowering Automatically lowering the chassis at speeds over 80 km/h, improves aerodynamics and saves fuel, with maintained passenger comfort.
Volvo Acceleration Limiter Volvo Acceleration Limiter adapts the torque to the topography and mimics the driving style of a trained eco-driver to optimise energy efficiency.
ISO Flow IsoFlow saves fuel by restricting the amount of injected fuel at higher rpm, ensuring that only the necessary power is delivered during acceleration.

Safety systems

Active safety

Collision Warning with City Brake

Forward Collision Warning

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

Emergency Stop Signal

Driver support

I-Coaching

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Safety Zones

Electronic Stability Control

Gearbox

Gearbox

Voith D864.6 The Voith D864.6 is a hydrodynamic automatic transmission, designed for city buses, featuring Stop-Start technology and hydraulic retardation.
ZF EcoLife 6 AP 1420 B 6-speed fully automatic power shift transmission for city and intercity bus applications. Supports engine torque up to 1,400 Nm.
Volvo I-Shift AT2412 12-speed mechanical gearbox with an automatic gear changing system for coach and intercity operations.

Axles

Front axle

Rigid Low Front Suspension A rigid front axle designed for low-floor and low-entry buses. It provides easier passenger boarding and disembark, particularly important for city and transit buses with accessibility requirements.

Differential lock

Optional

Steering and suspension

Steering wheel side

LHD/RHD

Power steering

Electric driven hydraulic steering

Max wheel angle

53 °

Kneeling

Optional

Air bellows, front axle

2

Air bellows, driving axle

4

Features

Volvo Dynamic Steering Real-time computing of driver actions and road data, using an electric actuator to assist the hydraulic steering system for increased stability.

Exhaust system

Design

One box muffler design

Exhaust aftertreatment

Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Ammonia Slip Catalyst (ASC)

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

Features

Automatic regeneration of DPF without driver involvement under normal conditions

On Board Diagnostic (OBD) for emissions, according to step E of emission regulations

Cooling system

Design

Pivotable radiator to ease access for maintenance

Coolant filter

No coolant filter

Features

Coolant level warning in instrument cluster

Higher allowed coolant temperature for better cooling performance and lower fuel consumption

Air and brake system

Brakes

Volvo disc brakes

Braking systems

Electronic Braking System (EBS 5)

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)

Brake blending

Hill Start Aid

Door brake

Brake Assist

Air system

Pneumatic system, easily filled from external circuit

Cut-in pressure 9.5 bar

Cut-out pressure 10.8 bar

Features

Automatic calibration after brake pad change

Brake temperature warning

Poor brake performance warning

Lining wear sensing and analysis

Electrical system

Starter batteries

2 x 12 V

Consumer batteries

2 x 12 V

105 Ah consumer batteries capacity

Alternators

Load balanced alternators

Start system

Volvo I-Start Dual battery system with two separate circuits, to increase engine start capability and battery lifetime.

Features

Automatic shut off of main switch at low voltage level

Regenerative charge control to increase fuel efficiency

Wheels and Tyres

Studio image of a Volvo B8R Low Entry 6x2 Euro 6 chassis

Floor configuration

Low entry

Fuel type

Diesel

HVO

Biodiesel (B100)

Engine output

320 or 350 hp

Permitted GVW

24.750 kg

Dimensions

A

Overall length

12.388-14.788 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

12.499-14.888 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

Overall width, front wheels or housing

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.500 mm

N

Overall width, rear wheels

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.500 mm

Frame height

1.618 mm

Approved wheelbase

5.000-7.400 mm

D

Transport wheelbase

5.000 mm

G

Front overhang

2.498 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

2.598 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

H

Rear overhang

3.490 mm

S

Steering wheel position

1.920 mm

2.020 mm

I

Track, front

2.068 mm

K

Track, rear

1.836 mm

Weights

Permitted gross vehicle weight (GVW)

24,750 kg

Permitted front axle load

7.500 kg

Permitted rear axle load

11.500 kg

Permitted tag axle load

5,750 kg

Permitted bogie load

17,250 kg

Driver station

Dashboard

Cluster and controls transit mounted

Available with Volvo dashboard

Instrument cluster

Speedometer

Turbo and oil pressure

Indicators

Warning lamps

Features

Steering wheel buttons for easy access

Integrated radio with bluetooth mobile connection

Automatic headlamp switch

Rain sensor

Tachograph

Data logging

Prepared for alcolock

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Fuel tanks

Fuel efficiency features

Features

Dynamic Chassis Lowering Automatically lowering the chassis at speeds over 80 km/h, improves aerodynamics and saves fuel, with maintained passenger comfort.
Volvo Acceleration Limiter Volvo Acceleration Limiter adapts the torque to the topography and mimics the driving style of a trained eco-driver to optimise energy efficiency.
ISO Flow IsoFlow saves fuel by restricting the amount of injected fuel at higher rpm, ensuring that only the necessary power is delivered during acceleration.

Safety systems

Active safety

Collision Warning with City Brake

Forward Collision Warning

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

Emergency Stop Signal

Driver support

I-Coaching

Safety Zones

Electronic Stability Control

Gearbox

Gearbox

ZF EcoLife 6 AP 1420 B 6-speed fully automatic power shift transmission for city and intercity bus applications. Supports engine torque up to 1,400 Nm.
Volvo I-Shift AT2412 12-speed mechanical gearbox with an automatic gear changing system for coach and intercity operations.

Axles

Front axle

Rigid Low Front Suspension A rigid front axle designed for low-floor and low-entry buses. It provides easier passenger boarding and disembark, particularly important for city and transit buses with accessibility requirements.

Tag axle

Hydraulic steered

Differential lock

Optional

Steering and suspension

Steering wheel side

LHD/RHD

Power steering

Electric driven hydraulic steering

Max wheel angle

53 °

Kneeling

Optional

Air bellows, front axle

2

Air bellows, driving axle

4

Air bellows, tag axle

2

Exhaust system

Design

One box muffler design

Exhaust aftertreatment

Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Ammonia Slip Catalyst (ASC)

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

Features

Automatic regeneration of DPF without driver involvement under normal conditions

On Board Diagnostic (OBD) for emissions, according to step E of emission regulations

Cooling system

Design

Pivotable radiator to ease access for maintenance

Coolant filter

No coolant filter

Features

Coolant level warning in instrument cluster

Higher allowed coolant temperature for better cooling performance and lower fuel consumption

Air and brake system

Brakes

Volvo disc brakes

Braking systems

Electronic Braking System (EBS 5)

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)

Brake blending

Hill Start Aid

Door brake

Brake Assist

Air system

Pneumatic system, easily filled from external circuit

Cut-in pressure 9.5 bar

Cut-out pressure 10.8 bar

Features

Automatic calibration after brake pad change

Brake temperature warning

Poor brake performance warning

Lining wear sensing and analysis

Electrical system

Starter batteries

2 x 12 V

Consumer batteries

2 x 12 V

105 Ah consumer batteries capacity

Alternators

Load balanced alternators

Start system

Volvo I-Start Dual battery system with two separate circuits, to increase engine start capability and battery lifetime.

Features

Automatic shut off of main switch at low voltage level

Regenerative charge control to increase fuel efficiency

Wheels and Tyres

Studio image of a Volvo B8R Low Entry 4x2 Euro 5 chassis

Floor configuration

Low entry

Fuel type

Diesel

Engine output

250 or 330 hp

Permitted GVW

19.000 kg

Dimensions

A

Overall length

9.758-12.058 mm (steering wheel position 1,500 mm)

10.173-12.473 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

10.273-12.573 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

Overall width, front wheels or housing

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.500 mm

N

Overall width, rear wheels

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.436 mm

C

Frame height

1.754 mm

Approved wheelbase

4.500-6.800 mm

D

Transport wheelbase

3.500 mm

G

Front overhang

2.085 mm (steering wheel position 1,500 mm)

2.500 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

2.600 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

H

Rear overhang

3.193 mm

S

Steering wheel position

1.503 mm

1.918 mm

2.018 mm

I

Track, front

2.068 mm

K

Track, rear

1.834 mm

Weights

Permitted gross vehicle weight (GVW)

19,000 kg

Permitted front axle load

7.500 kg

Permitted rear axle load

12.000 kg

Driver station

Dashboard

Cluster and controls transit mounted

Available with Volvo dashboard

Instrument cluster

Speedometer

Turbo and oil pressure

Indicators

Warning lamps

Features

Steering wheel buttons for easy access

Integrated radio with bluetooth mobile connection

Automatic headlamp switch

Rain sensor

Tachograph

Data logging

Prepared for alcolock

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Fuel tanks

Fuel efficiency features

Features

Dynamic Chassis Lowering Automatically lowering the chassis at speeds over 80 km/h, improves aerodynamics and saves fuel, with maintained passenger comfort.
Volvo Acceleration Limiter Volvo Acceleration Limiter adapts the torque to the topography and mimics the driving style of a trained eco-driver to optimise energy efficiency.
ISO Flow IsoFlow saves fuel by restricting the amount of injected fuel at higher rpm, ensuring that only the necessary power is delivered during acceleration.

Safety systems

Active safety

Forward Collision Warning

Cruise Control

Intelligent Speed Assist

Side Collision Avoidance Support

Front Short Range Assist

Lane Change Support

Driver Alert Support

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Emergency Stop Signal

Driver support

I-Coaching

Safety Zones

Electronic Stability Control

Gearbox

Gearbox

ZF EcoLife 6 AP 1420 B 6-speed fully automatic power shift transmission for city and intercity bus applications. Supports engine torque up to 1,400 Nm.
ZF ST 1306 B 6-speed manual synchronised transmission, with integrated retarder, for city and intercity bus applications. Handles engine torque up to 1,300 Nm.
Voith D854.6 The Voith D854.6 is a hydrodynamic automatic transmission, designed for city buses, featuring Stop-Start technology and hydraulic retardation.

Axles

Front axle

Rigid Low Front Suspension A rigid front axle designed for low-floor and low-entry buses. It provides easier passenger boarding and disembark, particularly important for city and transit buses with accessibility requirements.

Differential lock

Optional

Steering and suspension

Steering wheel side

LHD/RHD

Power steering

Hydraulic power steering

Max wheel angle

53 °

Kneeling

Optional

Air bellows, front axle

2

Air bellows, driving axle

4

Exhaust system

Design

One box muffler design

Exhaust aftertreatment

Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

Cooling system

Design

Fluid cooled

Coolant filter

No coolant filter

Features

Pressurised cooling system

Air and brake system

Brakes

Volvo disc brakes

Braking systems

Electronic Braking System (EBS 5)

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)

Brake blending

Hill Start Aid

Door brake

Brake Assist

Air system

Pneumatic system, easily filled from external circuit

Features

Automatic calibration after brake pad change

Brake temperature warning

Poor brake performance warning

Lining wear sensing and analysis

Electrical system

Starter batteries

2 x 12 V

Consumer batteries

2 x 12 V

105 Ah consumer batteries capacity

Alternators

Load balanced alternators

Start system

Volvo I-Start Dual battery system with two separate circuits, to increase engine start capability and battery lifetime.

Features

Automatic shut off of main switch at low voltage level

Regenerative charge control to increase fuel efficiency

Wheels and Tyres

Studio image of a Volvo B8R Low Entry 4x2 Euro 5 chassis

Floor configuration

Low entry

Fuel type

Diesel

Engine output

330 hp

Permitted GVW

19.000 kg

Dimensions

A

Overall length

9.758-12.058 mm (steering wheel position 1,500 mm)

10.173-12.473 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

10.273-12.573 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

Overall width, front wheels or housing

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.500 mm

N

Overall width, rear wheels

With 295/80R22.5" tyres, and 8.25"x22.5" rims

2.436 mm

Frame height

1.754 mm

Approved wheelbase

4.500-6.800 mm

D

Transport wheelbase

3.500 mm

G

Front overhang

2.085 mm (steering wheel position 1,500 mm)

2.500 mm (steering wheel position 1,920 mm)

2.600 mm (steering wheel position 2,020 mm)

H

Rear overhang

3.193 mm

S

Steering wheel position

1.503 mm

1.918 mm

2.018 mm

I

Track, front

2.068 mm

K

Track, rear

1.834 mm

Weights

Permitted gross vehicle weight (GVW)

19,000 kg

Permitted front axle load

7.500 kg

Permitted rear axle load

12.000 kg

Driver station

Dashboard

Cluster and controls transit mounted

Available with Volvo dashboard

Instrument cluster

Speedometer

Turbo and oil pressure

Indicators

Warning lamps

Features

Steering wheel buttons for easy access

Integrated radio with bluetooth mobile connection

Automatic headlamp switch

Rain sensor

Tachograph

Data logging

Prepared for alcolock

Volvo Dynamic Steering

Fuel tanks

Fuel efficiency features

Features

Dynamic Chassis Lowering Automatically lowering the chassis at speeds over 80 km/h, improves aerodynamics and saves fuel, with maintained passenger comfort.
Volvo Acceleration Limiter Volvo Acceleration Limiter adapts the torque to the topography and mimics the driving style of a trained eco-driver to optimise energy efficiency.
ISO Flow IsoFlow saves fuel by restricting the amount of injected fuel at higher rpm, ensuring that only the necessary power is delivered during acceleration.

Safety systems

Active safety

Forward Collision Warning

Cruise Control

Intelligent Speed Assist

Side Collision Avoidance Support

Front Short Range Assist

Lane Change Support

Driver Alert Support

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Emergency Stop Signal

Driver support

I-Coaching

Safety Zones

Electronic Stability Control

Gearbox

Gearbox

ZF EcoLife 6 AP 1420 B 6-speed fully automatic power shift transmission for city and intercity bus applications. Supports engine torque up to 1,400 Nm.
ZF ST 1306 B 6-speed manual synchronised transmission, with integrated retarder, for city and intercity bus applications. Handles engine torque up to 1,300 Nm.
Voith D854.6 The Voith D854.6 is a hydrodynamic automatic transmission, designed for city buses, featuring Stop-Start technology and hydraulic retardation.

Axles

Front axle

Rigid Low Front Suspension A rigid front axle designed for low-floor and low-entry buses. It provides easier passenger boarding and disembark, particularly important for city and transit buses with accessibility requirements.

Differential lock

Optional

Steering and suspension

Steering wheel side

LHD/RHD

Power steering

Hydraulic power steering

Max wheel angle

53 °

Kneeling

Optional

Air bellows, front axle

2

Air bellows, driving axle

4

Exhaust system

Design

One box muffler design

Exhaust aftertreatment

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

Cooling system

Design

Fluid cooled

Coolant filter

No coolant filter

Features

Pressurised cooling system

Air and brake system

Brakes

Volvo disc brakes

Braking systems

Electronic Braking System (EBS 5)

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)

Acceleration Slip Regulation (ASR)

Brake blending

Hill Start Aid

Door brake

Brake Assist

Air system

Pneumatic system, easily filled from external circuit

Features

Automatic calibration after brake pad change

Brake temperature warning

Poor brake performance warning

Lining wear sensing and analysis

Electrical system

Starter batteries

2 x 12 V

Consumer batteries

2 x 12 V

105 Ah consumer batteries capacity

Alternators

Load balanced alternators

Start system

Volvo I-Start Dual battery system with two separate circuits, to increase engine start capability and battery lifetime.

Features

Automatic shut off of main switch at low voltage level

Regenerative charge control to increase fuel efficiency

Wheels and Tyres

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