What is the Mercedes-Benz Citaro G BlueTec Hybrid?
The Mercedes-Benz Citaro G BlueTec Hybrid is a series-hybrid articulated bus with a compact 450 kg, 4-cylinder, 4.8-litre, 160 kW, Euro 4 OM-924LA diesel engine providing power for a roof-mounted 19.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and four 80 kW electric wheel hub motors located on the centre and rear axles.
When did the Citaro 2nd generation come out?
In May 2011, the second generation Citaro, referred to internally as the C2, was launched. From 2012 the C2 could also be equipped with Euro 6 engines. The C2 versions of the Citaro LE models were the last to be presented, at Busworld Kortrijk in October 2013.
What kind of bus is a Mercedes-Benz Citaro?
Mercedes-Benz Citaro. The Mercedes-Benz Citaro is a single-decker, rigid or articulated bus manufactured by Mercedes-Benz/EvoBus. Introduced in 1997, the Citaro is available in a range of configurations, and is in widespread use throughout Europe and parts of Asia, with more than 40,000 produced.
What kind of engine does the Citaro have?
Aside from the usual diesel engines, the Citaro is also available with a powerful Euro IV natural gas engine (model M 447 hLAG) rated at 185 kW (252 PS) or 240 kW (326 PS) – the latter rating used mainly for interurban and articulated buses or standard-length city buses operating in areas with a hilly topography.
What makes the Mercedes-Benz Citaro so special?
In the heart of the town. Cutting edge. The star is what makes the difference. In the past 120 years, Mercedes-Benz has turned buses into a top-performing, safe and environmentally friendly form of transport. With the Citaro, a highly economic and well-loved bus was called into life – a bus which revolutionised the public transport sector.
When did the Citaro get an updated version?
In 2005, an updated version of the Citaro to coincide with the introduction of Euro IV – (and later Euro V – and EEV -) compliant engines.
What is a Citaro bus?
With the Citaro, a highly economic and well-loved bus was called into life – a bus which revolutionised the public transport sector. Thanks to the proven Citaro modular construction system, it covers the entire scope of transportation requirements of public transport bus companies, be that for urban regular-service buses or inter-city routes.
