800-series New Flyer DE40LF
Bus Specifications
| Manufacturer: | New Flyer |
|---|---|
| Model: | DE40LF |
| Engine Type: | GM-Allison Diesel-Electric |
| Length: | 40' |
| Width: | 102" |
| Number of Seats: | 39 |
| Destination Sign: | LED |
| Accessible: | Yes |
| Air Conditioning: | Yes |
| Low Floor: | Yes |
CTA Service Information
| Service Status: | In Service |
|---|---|
| Series: | 800 |
| Quantity: | 10 |
| Numbers: | 800-809 |
| Assigned Garages: | Kedzie |
| Delivery Year: | 2006 |
Quantity reflects the total originally ordered.
History
On November 8, 2004, the Chicago Transit Board approved the purchase of 20 model DE40LF diesel-electric hybrid buses from New Flyer of America, Inc. The order was split amongst two hybrid technologies: GM-Allison parallel hybrids (to be numbered the 800-series) and ISE-Siemens ThunderVolt series hybrids (to be numbered the 900-series).
With the exception of a roof-mounted battery pack, the buses are aesthetically identical to CTA’s 1000-series D40LF diesel buses.
The first GM-Allison parallel hybrid was put into service during December 2006, with delivery continuing in early 2007.
The CTA will test the 800- and 900-series DE40LF buses for at least a year to measure their performance in Chicago’s extreme weather conditions.