Volvo Buses India, the local subsidiary of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), has today announced the launch of its first-ever completely built sleeper coach. Built on the tried-and-tested Volvo B11R chassis, the 15m sleeper coach has already found its first buyer in the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, which has ordered 8 units of the new coach.
Also, it must be noted here that the companys sleeper bus body platform is even compatible with the manufacturers B8R range which comprises 12m and 13.5m chassis. The Volvo B11R is tailor-made to offer a high level of comfort even during demanding conditions. The highlights of the chassis include a 12-speed I-Shift gearbox, Electronically Controlled Air Suspensions and Electronic Braking systems are notable.
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Furthermore, the complete built sleeper coach carries 39 births and offers 12.5 cubic metres of luggage space for the passengers. It features fire-retardant grade fabrics, cushions, ABS surfaces and plywood while ensuring an upmarket ambience. The sleeper body is underpinned by a high strength carbon steel structure that has been given an anti-corrosive treatment. While cruising highways smoothly, the sleeper ensures comfortable and spacious berths with headrests for passengers along with dedicated small luggage space, mobile chargers, and a personal reading lamp. There is also a provision for a curtain between adjacent berths. The wide gangway with anti-skid vinyl flooring provides ample space for in-vehicle accessibility. The LED lamps endow the interiors with the right blend of aesthetics and functionality.
Speaking on the launch of the completely built sleeper coach, Vinod Aggarwal, MD, and CEO, VECV said, We are thrilled to launch the first factory-built sleeper coaches compliant with legal and Volvo Bus standards. It is noteworthy that we were able to deliver this world-class solution within a year of establishing VECV Bus Division combining the Volvo Buses India operations and Eicher bus to energise public transport with industry-defining products and solutions. We are confident that the new Volvo B11R sleeper will establish a new benchmark in the rapidly growing sleeper bus market.
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Volvo Buses Indias globally-benchmarked Hosakote manufacturing facility is uniquely geared to develop completely built buses that are distinguished for their superior design, durability, comfort, and safety. We are humbled to have delivered the first sleeper coaches to Kerala State Road Transport Corporation for deployment on routes connecting Gods Own Country! Passengers can travel in internationally benchmarked comfort, secure in the knowledge that we deliver the highest levels of value and safety, asserted Akash Passey, President, Bus Division, VE Commercial Vehicles.
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Kerala has a long-term agenda to develop high-quality public transport in keeping with the rapidly evolving mobility needs of our progressive state. These sleeper buses will be deployed on prominent intra-state and inter-state routes, stated Biju Prabhakar, IAS, Chairman and Managing Director, Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.
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