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The J4500 was developed to address the demand for a coach that was as attractive as the [[Motor Coach Industries E-Series|E-Series]], but had less complex and expensive features. The majority of the E-Series' exterior, designed by DesignworksUSA, was carried over to the J4500. Some of the minor differences included front marker lights, windshield, and rear end.
The J4500 was developed to address the demand for a coach that was as attractive as the [[Motor Coach Industries E-Series|E-Series]], but had less complex and expensive features. The majority of the E-Series' exterior, designed by DesignworksUSA, was carried over to the J4500. Some of the minor differences included front marker lights, windshield, and rear end.


The coach uses a semi-monocoque stainless steel structure with fibreglass body panels and doors. It is powered by an EPA 2017 [[Cummins]] [[Cummins ISX|ISX12]] diesel engine as standard. The EPA 2017 [[Detroit Diesel]] [[Detroit Diesel DD13|DD13]] engine will continue as the optional engine until it is phased out by Daimler. An [[Allison]] automatic transmission is standard, while the automated manual [[ZF AS Tronic]] is an option.
The coach uses a semi-monocoque stainless steel structure with fibreglass body panels and doors. It is powered by an EPA 2017 [[Cummins]] [[Cummins X12 and X15|X12]] diesel engine as standard. The EPA 2017 [[Detroit Diesel]] [[Detroit Diesel DD13|DD13]] engine will continue as the optional engine until it is phased out by Daimler. An [[Allison]] automatic transmission is standard, while the automated manual [[ZF AS Tronic]] is an option.


For the 2015-model year, independent front suspension replaced the solid beam front axle on the J4500. In addition, a new brake system from Bendix offers the option of adaptive cruise control.
For the 2015-model year, independent front suspension replaced the solid beam front axle on the J4500. In addition, a new brake system from Bendix offers the option of adaptive cruise control.
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Revision as of 13:02, 12 August 2020

Motor Coach Industries J4500
MCI J4500
Years of manufacture 2001 to present
Length 45 feet
Width 102 inches
Power/Fuel Diesel
MCI J4500

The Motor Coach Industries J4500 is a luxury tour and charter coach sold in Canada and the United States. It was introduced to the motorcoach market at the 2001 UMA Expo in Atlantic City[1] and is now MCI's best selling coach. The J4500 also led the industry in coach sales for the first quarter of 2011.[2]

Design history

For a detailed history of the J4500, see the MCI J-Series page.

The J4500 was developed to address the demand for a coach that was as attractive as the E-Series, but had less complex and expensive features. The majority of the E-Series' exterior, designed by DesignworksUSA, was carried over to the J4500. Some of the minor differences included front marker lights, windshield, and rear end.

The coach uses a semi-monocoque stainless steel structure with fibreglass body panels and doors. It is powered by an EPA 2017 Cummins X12 diesel engine as standard. The EPA 2017 Detroit Diesel DD13 engine will continue as the optional engine until it is phased out by Daimler. An Allison automatic transmission is standard, while the automated manual ZF AS Tronic is an option.

For the 2015-model year, independent front suspension replaced the solid beam front axle on the J4500. In addition, a new brake system from Bendix offers the option of adaptive cruise control.

Inside, the J4500 can accommodate 56 passenger seats. An interior redesign for the 2018 model-year has allowed for a gain of an extra four seats. Handrails and parcel racks doors have finishes that resist scratches smudges and abrasions. The parcel rack integrates` with the front interior cap for a clean look. The driver's instrument panel makes use of a thin film transistor LCD screen. The left side console has a flexible cup holder and a place for a cell phone or personal items.

An option for variable RGB LED lighting is available that illuminates the J4500's characteristic curved entranceway. This can be expanded with mood lighting for the passenger cabin. A number of colours is available and custom combinations can be programmed. Dimming is also an option. A LED "puddle light", which projects a customized logo onto the ground, can be specified by the door.

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    Original taillight cluster (2001-2004)

  • Taillight cluster without clear lens.

  • Revised taillight cluster with larger lights (2007-present)

  • Body design for 2001-2012 model years

Specifications

Other photos

  • Interior view of latest generation J4500, front to back.

  • Interior view of latest generation J4500, back to front.

  • Driver cab view of latest generation J4500.

  • Typical interior of a seated J4500 coach, first generation.

  • Driver cab view, first generation.

  • Entrance to the J4500 coach, showing the spiral staircase.

  • Lavatory area at the rear of the coach.

  • An example of a J4500 Conversion Shell. MCI began offering the J coach for conversions in 2005.

Anniversary Edition

In 2008, MCI announced a J4500 Anniversary Edition (J4500LX) that would be produced to mark 75 years of coach-building excellence. It was previewed at the UMA Expo in San Francisco.

Features

  • Cummins ISM 10.8-liter, 410 hp Engine
  • Designworks USA-styled aluminum wheels
  • shiny chrome mirrors with built-in turn signals
  • conversion-style exterior lighting
  • seating with larger headrests, leather piping, and a more stylish profile
  • new wide-ride suspension and handling package with ABS, Electronic Stability Control System, Automatic Traction Control and Roll Stability Control
  • Reverse Sensing
  • SmartWave tire-pressure monitoring
  • Blaupunkt entertainment package - 15 tweeters, dual subwoofers, in-dash DVD player, six video monitors, audio inputs including iPod dock
  • 110V outlets approximately every third row
  • configured for wireless Internet service, and acceptance for satellite television / radio
  • LED aisle lighting
  • E4500 steering wheel and upgraded instrumentation panel

Operators

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Demonstrator units

Fleet
number 		Thumbnail Year VIN Engine Transmission Notes
2001 1M83JMPA81P061686
  • Built in Pembina, despite Winnipeg serial number.
  • To Wills Bus Lines 230; bought in January 2002.
62358 2004 White with "Motor Coach Industries" on sides
2006 White with red & blue curved lines and a maple leaf
2006
  • White
  • Displayed at 2006 CUTA Trans-Expo
2007 Blue
2007 White with "Motor Coach Industries" on side
2008 Blue with 75th anniversary graphics
2008 Cummins ISM
  • Anniversary Edition
  • Blue with nature themed wrap
  • Displayed at 2008 APTA Expo
2008
  • Raised roof and chrome mirrors
  • Silver wrap "The MCI Driving Experience"
2009 Red with Gold & Black curved lines
None
  • White with Blue/Grey curved lines
  • MCI 'Waterfall' Logo on sides just above rear wheels
65358D 2010 White with blue and grey waves
2010
  • White with large blue and grey waves
  • Displayed at 2010 OTE
2010
  • White with MCI logo
  • Displayed at 2010 CUTA Trans-Expo
D65917 2011
  • American flag graphics
  • Displayed at 2011 CUTA Trans-Expo
2011 Cummins ISX11.9 Allison B500
  • Dark blue with "Reliability Driven" on sides
  • Displayed at 2012 UMA Expo and OTE
66251D 2012 2013 model
66283D 2012 2MG3JM8A1DW066283 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R
66747 2014 2MG3JMBA3EW066747 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R
66792 2014 2MG3JM8A9EW066792 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R White with blue interior and wood veneer parcel racks.
66953 Motor Coach Industries J4500 Demonstrator 66953-a.jpg 2014 2MG3JMBA6EW066953 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R
67089 Dec. 2014 2MG3JMBA5FW067089 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R6
  • 2015 model.
  • Green base.
67094 2015 2MG3JM8AXFW067094 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R
67214 2015 2MG3JM8A4FW067214 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R
  • Charcoal base
67493 Motor Coach Industries J4500 Demonstrator 67493-a.jpg 2016 2MG3JM8AXGW067493 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R
  • Tan base
  • Blue and pale yellow interior w/ Amaya A-2TEN seats
67529 2016 2MG3JM8A6GW067529 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R
  • Red base
  • Charcoal interior w/ Kiel 2050 seats
67593 2016 2MG3JMBA3GW067593 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R
  • Crashed in Brookings, SD on February 29, 2016.
  • Disposition of bus unknown.
67609D 2016 2MG3JMBA3GW067609 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R
67630 2016 2MG3JMBA5GW067630 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500R
  • Silver base
67857 2017 2MG3JM8AXHW067857 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R
68125 2017 2MG3JM8A7HW068125 Daimler DD13 Allison B500R
  • Navy base
68356 2017 2MG3JM8A4HW068356 Daimler DD13
2018

References

  1. ↑ National Bus Trader, November 2012 edition, mcicoach.com, retrieved 2012-12-22
  2. ↑ MCI® J4500, D4500 rank as motor coach industry's top sellers in 2011 first quarter mcicoach.com, retrieved 04-05-2011
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