Collins Bus Corporation Bantam

Collins Bus Corporation Bantam
Years of manufacture	? to Present
Length	19'-21'3"
Width	82 inches
Power/Fuel	Diesel, Gasoline

The Collins Bantam is a high floor type-A school bus offered on both Ford E-350 and GM chassis. It is sold as the Quantum and Guide under the Corbeil and Mid Bus brands.

Models

Model number	Chassis	Passenger capacity	Overall length	Overall height
FLX4	Ford E-350	18	228"	98.8"
FHX4	Ford E-350	17	228"	108.8"
CLX4	GM	20	233"	98.8"
CLX5	GM	16	255"	98.8"
CHX4	GM	20	233"	108.8"

GM Chassis

Specifications

Dimensions

• Wheelbase: 139"
• GVWR: 9,600 lbs

Engine

• GM 4.8 liter, gasoline
• GM 6.0 liter, gasoline
• GM 6.6 liter, diesel

Transmission

• 4-speed automatic with overdrive

Tires

• LT245/75R 16E BSW radial tires

Capacity

• up to 20

Ford E-350 Chassis

Specifications

Dimensions

• Wheelbase: 138"
• GVWR: 9,600 lbs

Engine

• Ford 5.4 liter, gasoline
• Ford 6.0 liter, diesel

Transmission

• 4-speed automatic with overdrive

Tires

• LT245/75R 16E BSW radial tires

Capacity

• up to 20

Operators

United States

• Federal Way Public School District 210 - Federal Way, WA
• Suffolk Transportation Service - Suffolk County, NY

References

• Collins Bantam Series Product Information