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About Shuttle Buses

Shuttle buses are generally Class 4 to Class 6 medium-duty vehicles weighing 14,001 to 26,000 pounds (6,350 to 11,793 kilograms) that are used to shuttle passengers between set drop-off and pickup locations. Vans, minibuses, school buses, motor coaches, and other types of vehicles can be equipped and customized for use as shuttle buses. Depending on the size, a shuttle bus can transport anywhere from five to 30 or more passengers at a time.

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Freightliner Business Class M2 106 Shuttle Bus

You’ll most commonly find shuttle buses providing airport and hotel shuttle service, and they are also frequently used to transport passengers to and from college and hospital campuses, sports stadiums, shopping malls, and theme parks. Governmental agencies use shuttle buses to transport employees, and various private tourism and party bus companies use these vehicles as part of their operations.

A Host Of Options

Shuttle buses can be equipped with many features, such as wheelchair lifts, powered doors, video and audio entertainment systems, drink holders, tinted windows, air conditioning, storage areas, and other features geared to passenger comfort, convenience, and entertainment. They are most often powered by diesel or gasoline engines and have automatic transmissions and air ride and spring suspensions.

Ford offers its popular E450 with a shuttle bus prep package available with manual or power seating. A late-model E450 includes a six-speed automatic transmission, wheelbases options ranging from 138 to 176 inches (3,505 to 4,470 millimeters), and a 7.3-liter V8 Economy or Premium engine rated for 300 or 325 horsepower (223 or 242 kilowatts), respectively. The E450 is also available with a host of driver assistance technologies, including automatic emergency braking and adaptive cruise control.

Find Shuttle Buses

TruckPaper.com hosts for-sale listings for a number of new shuttle buses from leading manufacturers such as Chevrolet, Ford, International, and others.