School Bus Type A

Type A Electric School Bus

Dimensions

Length 26.7 ft / 24.6 ft (Opt.) / 22.9 ft (Opt.)
Width 96 in
Height 128 in
Wheelbase 185 in
Curb Weight 17,030 lb
GVWR 21,500 lb
Passenger Seats Up to 30
Wheelchair Area Optional

Performance

Top Speed 65 mph (105km / h)
Range 105
Turning Radius 25.9 ft
Approach Angle ≥ 20°
Departure Angle ≥ 10°

Chassis

Front Axle Fangsheng
Drive Axle Fangsheng
Suspension Leaf Spring
Brakes Front / rear air disc-brakes, EBS+ ESC
Tires 215 / 75 R17.5

Powertrain

Motor Type AC Synchronous
Max Power 160 kW
Max Torque 1000 N·m
Battery Type BYD LFP Battery
Battery Capacity nameplate 156 kWh / Usable 141 kWh
Charging Capacity 110 kW DC / 19.2 kW AC
Charging Time 1.5 hr DC / 7.5-8 hr AC

Model: School Bus

Type A

26' School Bus

Gross Weight /
N/A

Top Speed /
65 MPH

Tires /
215 / 70 R17.5

Max Power /
140kW

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

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

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.