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The '''[[Nova Bus]] LFS Artic''' is an [[Articulated Bus|articulated]] version of the [[Nova Bus LFS]] made for high ridership routes or Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems. There were a few prototypes built before it's formal | The '''[[Nova Bus]] LFS Artic''' is an [[Articulated Bus|articulated]] version of the [[Nova Bus LFS]] made for high ridership routes or Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems. There were a few prototypes built before it's formal unveiling at the 2007 CUTA TransExpo. | ||
The first prototype was built using the front section of a first generation LFS and the rear portion of a second generation LFS. A second, more refined prototype was built in 2005. Both prototypes had the same left side engine placement as the 40 foot LFS, however the production models have the new rear center engine placement. | The first prototype was built using the front section of a first generation LFS and the rear portion of a second generation LFS. A second, more refined prototype was built in 2005. Both prototypes had the same left side engine placement as the 40 foot LFS, however the production models have the new rear center engine placement. | ||
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* Demoed with [[Société_de_transport_de_Sherbrooke|ST Sherbrooke]] in Aug. 2008 | * Demoed with [[Société_de_transport_de_Sherbrooke|ST Sherbrooke]] in Aug. 2008 | ||
* Operated with the [[Metropolitan Transportation Authority New York|MTA of New York]] as 0054 from Jan. to Feb. 2009 | * Operated with the [[Metropolitan Transportation Authority New York|MTA of New York]] as 0054 from Jan. to Feb. 2009 | ||
* Sold to [[Saint John Transit]] 61878 in | * Sold to [[Saint John Transit]] as 61878 in Sept. 2009 | ||
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* Operated with [[STM]] in Mar. 2008 and Oct. 2008 | * Operated with [[STM]] in Mar. 2008 and Oct. 2008 | ||
* Operated with [[RTC]] from Apr. to May 2008 and from July to Aug. 2008 | * Operated with [[RTC]] from Apr. to May 2008 and from July to Aug. 2008 | ||
* Sold to [[Saint John Transit]] 61879 in | * Sold to [[Saint John Transit]] as 61879 in Sept. 2009 | ||
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Revision as of 20:48, 19 January 2011
Nova Bus LFS Artic | |
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Years of manufacture | 2007 to present |
Length | 62 feet |
Width | 102 inches |
Power/Fuel | Diesel |
The Nova Bus LFS Artic is an articulated version of the Nova Bus LFS made for high ridership routes or Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems. There were a few prototypes built before it's formal unveiling at the 2007 CUTA TransExpo.
The first prototype was built using the front section of a first generation LFS and the rear portion of a second generation LFS. A second, more refined prototype was built in 2005. Both prototypes had the same left side engine placement as the 40 foot LFS, however the production models have the new rear center engine placement.
Specifications
Dimensions
- Length: 62'
- Width: 102"
- Height: 124"
- Wheelbase: 244" and 253", front to rear
- Turning radius 44'8"
Engine
Transmission
Electric system
- Volvo Bus Electronic Architecture
HVAC
- MCC: standard (heat only)
- Carrier RF-353
- Thermo King
Axles
Brakes
- All-wheel disc
Tires
- Front and rear: Michelin XZU2 305-70R22.5
- Centre: Continental HDU1 385-55RR22.5
Fuel tank capacity
- 142 US gal
Passenger capacity
- Seating: 62 passengers
- Standees: 60 passengers
Operators
Canada
- Metro Transit - Halifax, NS
- Réseau de transport de la Capitale (RTC) - Québec City, QC
- Réseau de transport de Longueuil (RTL) - Longueuil, QC
- Saint John Transit - Saint John, NB (ex-demos)
- Saskatoon Transit - Saskatoon, SK
- Société de transport de Montréal (STM) - Montréal, QC
- Société de transport de l'Outaouais (STO) - Gatineau, QC (on order)
United States
- Connecticut Transit (CT Transit) - Stamford, Hartford & New Haven, CT
- Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) - New York, NY
Demonstrator and engineering units
Below is a list of known demonstrator and engineering buses
Fleet number | Thumbnail | Year | VIN | Engine | Transmission | Notes |
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2004? | ? | ? | ? | |||
190-01 | October 2005 | 2NVYS92U053000180 | Cummins ISL | ZF 6HP602C | ||
210-01 | Sep. 2007 | 2NVYS92U773000289 | Cummins ISL (see notes) |
Allison B500R (see notes) |
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40881 | Dec. 2007 | 2NVYS92U483000011 | Cummins ISL | Voith D864.5 |
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40882 | 2008 | 2NVYS92U383000050 | Cummins ISL | ZF 6HP604C |
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References
- ↑ Nova LFS artic in Quebec!?, cptdb.ca, retrieved on 2010-07-05
- ↑ Observations du jour, metrodemontreal.com, retrieved on 2010-07-05.
- ↑ Sightings at the Nova Bus factory, cptdb.ca, retrieved on 2010-07-05.
- Nova Bus LFS Artic Specifications (no longer available), novabus.com, retrieved on 2009-01-07
- Current Nova Bus LFS line Specifications, novabus.com, retrieved on 2010-11-08
- RTC Quebec List, busfanplace.com, retrieved on 209-01-07
- Personal notes & sightings