Bus: K8M - BYD USA

K8M - 35' Transit Bus

Dimensions

Length 35.8 ft
Width 102 in
Height 134 in
Wheelbase 222.7 in
Curb Weight 32,120 lbs
Gross Weight 43,431 lbs
Seats Up to 32 + 1
Wheelchair Positions 2 ADA compliant

Performance

Top Speed 65 mph (105km / h)
Working Range Up to 196 miles (315)
Turning Radius 35.4 ft (10.8m)
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 305 / 70 R 22.5

Powertrain

Motor Type Asynchronous Motor 3 Phase
Max Power 150 kW×2
Max Torque 550 N·m×2
Battery Type BYD LFP Battery
Battery Capacity 391 kWh
Charging Capacity 150 kW
Charging Time (AC / DC)
5-5.5 hrs / 3-3.5 hrs
(Overhead / Inductive)
1.5-2 hrs / 2-2.5 hrs

Model: Transit Bus

K8M

35' ELECTRIC BUS

Gross Weight /
43,431 lbs

Top Speed /
65 MPH

Tires /
305 / 70 R 22.5

Charging /
3-3.5 HRS

Transit systems demand high quality and extreme reliability, and the American-built K8M deliver. The all-new 35’ K8M offers a range of up to 170 miles on a single charge.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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

BYD offers four low-floor transit buses with FTA Altoona certification. The rigorous testing Altoona tests confirmed their structural durability, reliability, maintainability, and, safety. Models passing the Altoona testing include the 30-foot K7M, the 35-foot K8M, the 40-foot K9M, and the 60-foot articulated K11M.

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

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

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.