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

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

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

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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