Mercedes broadens choice with separate chassis option

摘要

Mercedes-Benz is increasing its UK product range by offering bus and coach versions of its Spanish-built OC500 with Caetano and MCV bodywork.rnThe 12 m OC500LE bus is the closest UK operators will be offered to a low-entry version of the low-floor integral Citaro. It has a 299hp OM457hLArnhorizontal engine, ZF automatic transmission, a low floor ahead of the rear axle and a beam front axle. Unlike the Citaro, it is capable of accommodating all seats facing forwards. MCV has already announced that it will build a version of its Egyptian-manufactured Evolution body on this chassis.