9th November 2016

Quite a talking point among operators was the 12.8m Volvo B8R Panther executive for Hodgsons. ADL representatives stressed its economy and flexibility and with 57 Brusa Extend 300 seats (59 if the toilet is demounted) it is not only a vehicle for a full range of work but one that can be cascaded through the fleet. It was well specified and equipped with the 7.7-litre Volvo D8K 350hp engine and I-Shift transmission.

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01 Nov 2016

The Plaxton Panther Exec on Volvo B8R chassis, which has its show debut at Euro Bus Expo after appearing at the UK Coach Rally earlier in the year, combines versatility with economy to offer an affordable executive coach that does not compromise on any of the features that have made the Panther one of Britain’s favourite coaches.

The B8R chassis comes with Volvo’s smooth running 7.7-litre, six-cylinder Euro 6 engine, with power transmitted through the chassis builder’s I-Shift automated unit as standard. A ZF EcoLife fully automatic gearbox is optionally available. In addition to state of the art safety systems – Electronic Stability Program, Anti-lock Braking System, Acceleration Slip Regulation and 5th generation Electronic Braking System – the driver is supported by Lane Departure Warning and Emergency Brake Assist technologies.

The 12.8m Panther Exec can be specified with a class-leading 61 passenger seats, although Hodgsons Coaches, whose vehicle is shown at Euro Bus Expo, have opted for 57 seats and a demountable, centre sunken toilet.

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