C9M - 40' Coach Bus
Dimensions
  • Length 40.5 ft
  • Width 101.6 in
  • Height 140 in
  • Wheelbase 250.4
  • Curb Weight 37,920 lbs
  • Gross Weight 48,500 lbs
  • Seats Up to 49 + 1 / 45 + 1 (with restroom)
  • Wheelchair Positions 2/0 ADA compliant
Performance
  • Top Speed 65 mph (105 km / h)
  • Working Range Up to 186 miles (299)
  • Turning Radius 44 ft (13.4m)
  • Approach Angle ≥ 8.6°
  • Departure Angle ≥ 8.6°
Chassis
  • Front Axle ZF
  • Rear Axle BYD in-wheel drive axle
  • Suspension Air suspension with mechanical leveling valves
  • Brakes Front & rear disc-brakes, ABS
  • Tires 315 / 80 R22.5
Powertrain
  • Motor Type Asynchronous Motor 3 Phase
  • Max Power 180 kW×2
  • Max Torque 1500 N·m×2
  • Battery Type BYD LFP Battery
  • Battery Capacity 446 kWh
  • Charging Capacity 150 kW
  • Charging Time (AC / DC) 5.5-6 HRS / 3-3.5 HRS

Model: Coach Bus

C9M

40' Coach

Gross Weight /
48,500 lbs

Top Speed /
65 MPH

Tires /
315 / 80 R22.5

Charging /
3-3.5 HRS

The 40’ C9 offers spacious seating for up to 49 passengers and is the most comfortable and cost-effective way to take them on the journeys of their lives. The quiet, powerful C9 is ideal for transporting employees, students, travelers, airline passengers, and tourists. BYD’s unique iron-phosphate batteries are the safest in the industry, and with a 12-year battery warranty and a nationwide network of service providers, reliability is guaranteed.

World's Safest EV Batteries

World's Safest EV Batteries

BYD’s lithium iron phosphate batteries are the industry’s safest, longest-lasting and most versatile power source. Founded as a battery company in 1995, BYD has established itself as one of the world’s largest battery manufacturers and produces the world’s safest battery technology.

Charging Capabilities

Charging Capabilities

BYD’s Battery-electric buses can meet all of our customers’ charging needs. From wireless charging, overhead charging, to ac or dc charging—BYD buses can do it all.

Leasing

Leasing

BYD launched the first electric bus leasing program of its kind in the United States in partnership with Generate Capital, Inc., a leading financier, owner, and operator of distributed infrastructure. This pioneering lease program can help public and private sector clients accelerate the adoption of battery-powered electric buses by reducing upfront costs.

Charging

Charging

BYD’s Battery-electric buses can meet all of our customers’ charging needs. From wireless charging, overhead charging, to ac or dc charging—BYD buses can do it all.

Safety

Safety

From battery-chemistry to the engineering and construction of our buses BYD puts safety at the forefront. Our buses undergo rigorous testing for structural durability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.

Leasing

Leasing

BYD launched the first electric bus leasing program of its kind in the United States in partnership with Generate Capital, Inc., a leading financier, owner, and operator of distributed infrastructure. This pioneering lease program can help public and private sector clients accelerate the adoption of battery-powered electric buses by reducing upfront costs.

Easy financing

Easy financing

The innovative BYD leasing program offers flexible financing options that are tailored to your needs. With a lower total cost of ownership than diesel or CNG, it has never made more sense to electrify your fleet.

BATTERY TECHNOLOGY

BATTERY TECHNOLOGY

BYD’s unique iron-phosphate batteries are the safest in the industry and come with a standard 12-year warranty, ensuring that you never have to pay for battery replacement during the service life of the bus.

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