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Allamerican-Web-Ready.Pdf Building a BETTER BUS NextGen Seating NEXTGEN SEAT Convertible seating has never been this easy - or this comfortable. Now there is no need to completely remove the entire seat when you want to change the seating configuration. With Blue Bird’s NextGen Seat, simply remove four bolts from the base of the seat cushion and reinstall the new seat that you want - it’s really that simple! Mix-and-match your seats as you need them, making your bus fleet more versatile without the need to spend large amounts of time or money. COMFORTABLE The recessed back pad gives passengers improved knee clearance, and the integrated head rest and built-in lumbar support sets a new standard in student seating comfort. Lap Belt Ready (LBR) INNOVATIVE A first in the Industry, the bottom cushion tilts up allowing for unprecedented access between seats as well as ease of cleaning. CONVERTIBLE Easily converts from one seat type to another by simply removing and reinstalling 4 bolts. 3-Point Belts Child Restraint Available in lap-belt ready, 3-point seat belt, (3PT) (CR) child restraint and 3-point child restraint. OEM Installed Air Conditioning AIR CONDITIONING Aftermarket installation can interfere with the structural design of the bus body, as well as put additional stress on critical engine, chassis and electrical systems. This OEM installation creates less maintenance for you, due to the frame-mount installation of the condensers during chassis assembly, EZ clip connectors which provide a no-leak hose to connector securement, and more. Contact your local dealer today to learn more about Blue Bird’s OEM air conditioning option! Standard Test Compliance Passenger Safety Cage 90 The All American passes Colorado Rack, Blue Bird’s custom designed one-piece LH Kentucky Pole and Altoona Tests in roof bow system ensures safe student its standard configuration, not as an transportation with an exceptionally option like the competition, highlighting strong structure. This safety cage is Position of Force Application Plate the strength of the core bus design. the backbone of our solid bus design. Fuel Tank Between Frame Rails Rub Rail Protection All fuel tanks are strategically mounted The top 3 rub rails are fully mounted between the frame rails for combined above the floor level, providing safety and durability. This also helps additional structural rigidity and improve the traction of the drive axle. protection for passengers. Emissions Reductions Best-In-Class Turning Radius Blue Bird’s All American buses meet Superior maneuverability limits the current EPA and CARB emissions infringement on surrounding lanes standards, ensuring these buses of traffic when turning corners, and produce cleaner emissions. it also virtually eliminates the need to back up the bus in tight cul-de-sacs. Exceptional Driver Visibility Enhanced Defrost Air Flow The All American provides exceptional This feature is engineered to keep forward visibility and unique mirror the higher section of the windshield systems that improve driver clean for increased visibility in awareness and increase the safety of inclement weather. children around the bus. Enhanced Front Service Door Enhanced Rear Service Door The forward engine grille panel Specifically designed to provide an can be removed without tools for easier open and close experience, easier maintenance and service the RE service door now has hinges access. located at the top of the door. All American Body Electrical Spacious Engine Compartment Body electrical wires are color Intuitive routing of exhaust and and continuously number coded cooling system components, with for ease of service. increased engine compartment space, allows for easy access to perform engine maintenance. Chassis Electrical Proven Body Design Powertrain fuses and relays are The Blue Bird All American has easy to access, and are housed in a parts commonality with the Blue weather-proof “power distribution” Bird Vision, resulting in a reduction terminal. in parts and service complexity. Zero-Maintenance Fasteners Industry’s Largest DEF Tank Blue Bird’s Huck-Spin® fasteners will Our standard 15-gallon diesel exhaust never require re-torquing throughout fluid (DEF) tank is the industry’s the life of the vehicle. This is just one largest DEF tank offered. Refills more way Blue Bird helps reduce are strategically timed with regular standard maintenance. inspection intervals. Factory Trained Technicians Expansive Dealer & Service Network Blue Bird maintains a tradition of leading the school bus industry in Over 335 dealerships and affiliated both quantity and quality of technical LEGEND Blue Bird Dealer vehicle service centers are available Authoried Service Center Blue Bird Manufacturing training offered to our customers. & Distribution throughout North America. Ergonomic Driver’s Cockpit Most Fuel Efficient Engines The cockpit has been designed to Blue Bird strives to help fleets save comfortably fit virtually any body money with the industry’s most fuel size. The cockpit instrument panel is efficient and EPA compliant engines redesigned to match the Blue Bird All from Cummins. American for seamless driver transition. Large Entrance Door Robust Steel Bumpers With today’s students transporting Our bumpers are made of 100% larger backpacks, sports equipment steel, offering additional protection and musical instruments, the wider and safety to your All American entrance door better accommodates school bus. bulky items than the previous model. Improved Window Seals Highest Standard Alternator Output Our Blue Bird E-Z windows feature a Our 240-amp alternator is the highest redesigned top seal, with a felt seal amp alternator offered as standard on the upper and lower sash, and an equipment on a school bus, providing enhanced lock rail. This new design additional capacity to power electrical allows for ultra-smooth operation. components and accessories. Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Optional Adjustable Pedals Easily adjustable tilt/telescoping Adjustable pedals enable bus drivers steering column improves driver to modify the orientation of the ergonomics and accessibility controls to fit their unique body sizes, ensuring an individualized fit that is optimal for the driver. Horsepower 200-300 hp Peak Torque 520-660 lb-ft Governed Speed 2600 rpm Number of Cylinders 6 System Weight 1,150 lbs Aftertreatment System 145 lbs Horsepower 260-300 hp Peak Torque 720-860 lb-ft Governed Speed 2200 rpm Number of Cylinders 6 System Weight 1625 lbs Aftertreatment System 147 lbs Horsepower 250-280 hp Peak Torque 730-900 lb-ft Governed Speed 2200 rpm Number of Cylinders 6 System Weight 1,625 lbs Three-Way Aftertreatment System Catalyst (TWC) Torque Up to 660 lb-ft Operating Weight GVW 33,000 lbs Dry Weight 323 lbs Oil Capacity Approx. 13.7 quarts Compatible With Cummins® B6.7 Torque Up to 950 lb-ft Operating Weight GVW 36,200 lbs Dry Weight 535 lbs Horsepower 260-300 hp Oil Capacity Approx. 29 quarts Peak Torque 720-860 lb-ft Cummins® B6.7 Diesel Engine Governed Speed 2200 rpm Compatible With Cummins® L9 Diesel Engine ® Number of Cylinders 6 Cummins ISL-G Natural Gas System Weight 1625 lbs Aftertreatment System 147 lbs FuelSense 2.0 FuelSense 2.0 Plus FuelSense 2.0 Max with DynActive Shifting with DynActive Shifting with DynActive Shifting Includes both Our standard Neutral at Stop Adds an package of and enhanced improved Neutral FuelSense Acceleration Rate at Stop features Management features Torque Up to 660 lb-ft Operating Weight GVW 35,000 lbs Dry Weight 364 lbs Oil Capacity Approx. 12.6 quarts Compatible With Cummins® B6.7 Diesel Engine POWERED BY CNG POWERED BY PROPANE POWERED BY POWEREDCNG BY GASOLINE POWERED BY PROPANEPOWERED BY Front: 95” with standard steel bumper Allison® 2500 PTS - 5 & 6 speed automatic DIESEL OVERHANG TRANSMISSION Rear: 122” with standard steel bumper Allison® 3000 PTS - 5 & 6 speed automatic Cummins® B6.7, 200-300 hp Air drum and air disc brakes available ENGINE BRAKES Cummins® L9, 260-300 hp 4-channel antilock brake system POWERED BY FUEL TANK 60-100 gallon WHEELBASE 189” / 217” / 245” / 259” / 273” GASOLINE All American FE Diesel POWERED BY DIESEL Allison® 2500 PTS - 5 & 6 speed automatic Front: 95” with standard steel bumper OVERHANG TRANSMISSION Allison® 3000 PTS - 5 & 6 speed automatic Rear: Varies by body length/wheelbase Eaton® ProcisionTM - 7 speed automatic 4-wheel hydraulic disc brakes with 4-channel antilock ENGINE Cummins® B6.7, 200-280 hp BRAKES brake system; Air drum and air disc brakes available FUEL TANK 60-100 gallon WHEELBASE 141” / 169” / 190” / 211” / 232” REAR DOOR 37” wide x 52” high All American RE CNG POWERED BY Front: 95” with standard steel bumper CNG OVERHANG SAE Type III Composite wrapped aluminum Rear: 122” with standard steel bumper located outboard of frame within wheelbase ENGINE Cummins® ISL-G, 250-280 hp FUEL and inboard of frame in rear overhang CAPACITY SCF @ 70F/3600PSI, 7692 TRANSMISSION Allison® 3000 PTS - 5 speed automatic DGE, 55 – GGE, 62 POWERED BY Air drum and air disc brakes available PROPANE BRAKES WHEELBASE 189” / 217” / 245” / 259” / 273” 4-channel antilock brake system LEGEND Blue Bird Dealer Authoried Service Center Blue Bird Manufacturing & Distribution Soft ride front leaf spring suspension (Rating varies by capacity); Two- Multiple floor plans available with passenger CAPACITY SUSPENSION stage steel leaf rear spring suspension seating up to 84 (RE) and 90 (FE) system (rating varies by capacity); Air suspension available EXTERIOR WIDTH 96” WHEEL CUT 50o INTERIOR WIDTH 90 3/4” STEERING Tilt & telescoping
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