Models

Equess CHARGE

Presenting the ARBOC Equess CHARGE, a fully accessible, battery-electric, low-floor shuttle/transit bus, manufactured on an ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC chassis.

Equess CHARGE

Overview

Equess CHARGE

Zero emissions, smart mobility, lower operating costs, compatible charging systems - the Equess CHARGE™ from ARBOC is ready to meet tomorrow’s transportation demands today. The Equess CHARGE™ proudly incorporates the proven battery-electric technology from New Flyer® that is deployed in thousands of buses across the United States and Canada. Equess CHARGE™ is a low-floor shuttle/transit bus on an ARBOC Specialty Vehicles, LLC chassis, that easily accommodates up to 33 seated passengers and six wheelchair passengers. This bus displays true Equal Access for Everyone® with no steps throughout! ARBOC’s advanced technology exceeds ADA guidelines with a 1:6 ramp slope and a 39” entrance door opening for passengers in need of extra assistance and wheelchair accessibility.

Floorplans

30', 21 Passengers, 2 w/c

30', 25 Passengers, 2 w/c

35', 29 Passengers, 2 w/c

35', 33 Passengers, 2 w/c

Specifications

Measurements

  • + Length - 30' 2" (9.2 m) Over bumpers / 35' 2" (10.7 m) Over bumpers
  • + Roof Height - 120" (3 m)
  • + Front Step Height (Knelt) - 10.38" (264 mm)
  • + Tire Size - 270/70R 22.5
    • + Exterior Width - 100" (2.54m)
    • + Step Height - 13.38" (340 mm)
    • + Interior Height - 95" (2.4 m) Mid-coach
    • + Wheelbase - 30' - 196" (4.9 m) / 35' - 259" (6.5 m)

      Propulsion

      • + Motor - SIEMENS ELFA3 electric drive system
      • + Full Charge - 30' - 350 kWh / 35' - 437 kWh
        • + Energy Storage System (ESS) including 4 to 5 battery strings
        • + Rated Torque - 1,033 lb-ft

          Passenger Capacity

          • + Seats - 30' - up to 25 / 35' - up to 33

                Accessibility

                • + Doors - 1 Standard or optional 2 door
                • + Wheelchair Locations - 30' - up to 4 / 35' - up to 6
                  • + Wheelchair Accessibility - Fold over ramp; 32" (813 mm) wide, 1:6 slope

                    Weight

                    • + Curb Weight - 30' - 22,500 lbs* (10,205 kg) / 35' - 23,650 lbs* (10,727 kg) *Approximate weights; Varies with ESS configuration
                      • + GVWR - 33,000 Ibs

                        Approach Angle

                        • + Approach/Departure/Break over Angles - 30' - 9°/8.6°/12° / 35' - 9°/8.6°/9°

                              Main Components

                              • + Electrical System - Parker Vansco
                              • + HVAC - Valeo REVO-E (Roof-mounted)
                              • + Front Disc Brakes - ZF RL82 IFS
                              • + Charger - SAE J1772 DC CCS Type 1 plug-in charger
                                • + Cooling System - Electric Cooling Fans
                                • + Axles - Single reduction axle
                                • + Rear Disc Brakes - ZF AV133

                                  Range

                                  • + Maximum Range (Miles)* - 30' - 210 / 35' - 230 *Dependent on model, length and ESS