2023 Thomas Built Buses School Saf-T-Liner® C2 Base

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  • Year 2023
  • Make Thomas Built Buses
  • Model School Saf-T-Liner® C2
  • Engine Detroit® DD5™ engine: 200 hp/560 lb-ft (2k or 3k transmission), 220 hp/560 lb-ft (2k or 3k transmission), 240 hp/660 lb-ft (2k or 3k transmission) | Cummins® B6.7 200-260 hp: 260 hp/660 lb-ft, 250 hp/660 lb-ft, 240 hp/560 lb-ft, 220 hp/600 lb-ft, 220 hp/520 lb-ft, 200 hp/520 lb-ft | Cummins® B6.7N with up to 240 hp | DriveForce 8.0L LPG 339 hp | DriveForce 8.8L LPG 270 hp
2023 Thomas Built Buses School Saf-T-Liner® C2 Base

2023 Thomas Built Buses School Saf-T-Liner® C2 Base

2023 Thomas Built Buses School Saf-T-Liner® C2

Saf-T-Liner® C2 School Bus.Always Innovating.

Over the years, the Saf-T-Liner® C2 school bus has earned a reputation for safety and efficiency. It offers outstanding maneuverability, exceptional driver ergonomics and best-in-class visibility among Type C buses. Yet it’s also one of the most innovative vehicles around. It revolutionized the school bus industry by introducing BusWise® Technologies, a full suite of robust safety, efficiency and serviceability features. That’s innovation for the sake of every kid’s commute. That’s Thomas Built Buses.

Features may include:

DRIVABILITY/COMFORT
  • Up to 55-degree wheel cut*
  • Tapered leaf suspension
  • Obstruction-free open driver’s area
  • Large overhead driver’s storage compartments
  • Side storage for clipboards and personal objects
  • Customizable driver smart switch placement
  • Non-reflective instrument panel
  • Automotive-style heating and ventilation controls
  • 78" full-height headroom
  • Saf-T-Vue passenger loading window
  • Low profile aerodynamic hood
  • Instrument panel visibility through steering wheel
SAFETY FEATURES

You may have noticed that the C2 school bus looks different than other Type C buses. We chose this design, quite simply, because of the outstanding visibility and safety. The windshield provides a panoramic view and, when combined with the low sloping hood, low instrument panel and A-pillar windows, the C2’s visibility footprint is the largest in the type C category. Plus, it offers a number of other features that enhance safety, including:

  • Saf-T-Net construction
  • Double-bolted body mounting clips
  • Fuel tank mounted between frame rails
  • One-piece bonded windshield
  • Saf-T-Bond adhesive joints
  • 33.3" high windows
  • Meets or exceeds FMVSS/CMVSS
AVAILABLE OPTIONS
  • BusWise Technologies platform
  • Detroit Connect Virtual Technician® remote diagnostics service (available
  • with DD5 engine only)
  • Wheelchair lift
  • Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
  • Adjustable pedals
  • Air suspension driver’s seat with available heating
  • Air ride suspension
  • Air disc brakes
  • Variety of AM/FM radio options with PA, Bluetooth, Weatherband and speed-sensing volume controls
  • Remote control/heated mirrors
  • In dash HVAC
  • Variety of seating options

Engine

Engine Detroit® DD5™ engine: 200 hp/560 lb-ft (2k or 3k transmission), 220 hp/560 lb-ft (2k or 3k transmission), 240 hp/660 lb-ft (2k or 3k transmission) | Cummins® B6.7 200-260 hp: 260 hp/660 lb-ft, 250 hp/660 lb-ft, 240 hp/560 lb-ft, 220 hp/600 lb-ft, 220 hp/520 lb-ft, 200 hp/520 lb-ft | Cummins® B6.7N with up to 240 hp | DriveForce 8.0L LPG 339 hp | DriveForce 8.8L LPG 270 hp

Dimensions

Wheelbase 158", 179", 199", 219", 238", 259", 279"

Weights

GVWR Up to 33,000 lbs.

Capacities

Seating Capacity Up to 81

Features

Features Telematics: Zonar® V4™ advanced telematics system | Detroit Connect® available on DD5 engine

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