Thomas Built Buses Launches Gasoline-Engine Option for Saf-T-Liner C2 School Bus
Thomas Built Buses has introduced a gasoline engine option for its Saf-T-Liner C2 school bus, expanding its powertrain lineup to include diesel, electric, and gasoline, offering districts more fuel flexibility.
up to 15,000 miles
600 lb-ft
2 to 3 times longer than competitive gasoline engines
What Happened
Thomas Built Buses announced the Saf-T-Liner C2 Gasoline at STN Expo East, featuring the Cummins B6.7 Octane gasoline engine. This new option adds to the existing diesel and electric powertrains, aiming to provide school districts with greater fuel flexibility to meet operational needs, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
up to 15,000 milesmiles
Oil and filter changes, 2 to 3 times longer than competitive gasoline engines.
- Better fuel economy than competitive gasoline engines
- Runs on regular 87-octane gasoline
- 2 to 3 times longer service intervals (oil and filter up to 15,000 miles)
- Optional compression brake for improved vehicle control and reduced brake wear
- Familiar drivability and smooth power at low speeds
Why this matters
School districts gain a new fuel choice that offers lower maintenance complexity and uses standard gasoline, helping them balance costs, infrastructure, and environmental regulations.
Terms in This Story
- Powertrain
- The system in a vehicle that produces power and transmits it to the wheels, including the engine and transmission.
- Compression brake
- A device that uses engine compression to assist braking, reducing wear on service brakes.
- STN Expo East
- An industry event focused on school transportation, where new products are often announced.
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