Saf-T-Liner® C2 School Bus. Always Innovating.
Overview
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
- Up to 55-degree wheel cut*
- Tapered leaf suspension
- Open driver’s area without obstructions
- Large overhead driver’s storage compartments
- Side storage for clipboards and personal objects
- Adjustable seat belt
- Interchangeable driver smart switch placement
- Non-reflective instrument panel
- LED backlit gauges
- Automotive-style heating and ventilation controls
- Automatic entrance door
- Full height 78″ headroom
- 33.3″ high windows
- Saf-T-Vue passenger loading window
- Low profile aerodynamic hood
- Low instrument panel
*depending on vehicle specifications
- BusWise™ Technologies
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Wheelchair lift
- Tilt and telescoping steering wheel
- Adjustable pedals
- Air suspension driver’s seat
- Air ride suspension
- Air disc brakes
- AM/FM radio/CD/PA with BlueTooth
- Remote control/heated mirrors
- Duct vented dash A/C
- Various seat options available: bench seat without belts, with lap belts, with three-point belts; latch; integrated child seat or coach-style seating
- Child reminder system
- Crossing arm options
- LED light packages
- Engine exhaust brake
- Acoustical ceiling
- Luggage compartments
- Overhead book racks
- Reading lights
- Tinted windows
- Heated driver’s seat
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- Numbered fault code system for diagnostics
- Automated light checking system
- Mechanically fastened warning lights
- Easy “walk-in access” to engine compartment
- Passenger windows can be removed with just four screws
Safety
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
- Side skirt reinforcement
- Extended roof bows
- Welded header and rafter system
- Double-bolted body mounting clips
- Fuel tank mounted between frame rails
- One-piece bonded windshield
- Saf-T-Bond adhesive joints
- Meets or exceeds FMVSS/CMVSS
Warranty
At Thomas Built Buses, we know that school systems want to get the most out of their transportation budgets. That’s why we build our buses to a higher standard of durability. Thomas Built is pleased to offer a base warranty of three years or 50,000 miles on the Saf-T-Liner C2. This warranty covers the chassis, electrical and manual controls, safety equipment, assemblies and more. Normal wear items are excluded.