You can learn about the details of these buses by reviewing the 84 page manual by clicking on the link below. 

OrionV CNG Sample Operator Manual -Fresno 2003.pdf  (2.7 meg .pdf file)

Orion Bus Industries

Here are a few pictures of the new buses.  Click on the picture for a larger view.

New CNG Buses arrive June 2003

At 11' 1" we will need to watch out for those trees.

Soon to be in service on the streets of Fresno

A look through the front door.

Drivers area has good leg room.

Front instrument pannel.

Large speedometer and group of warning lights. There is even a warning light to let you know the bike rack is down. Hazard switch is farther forward than other buses.

Above Driver

AM/FM Cassette and front door camera (one of 4) above the drivers seat.

To the left.

Panel at the left elbow of the driver with large lables and seperation between toggle switches.

Placement of transfer cutter and display

A number of things packed into a tight area. My 64oz Double Big Gulp cup will sit infront of the handset.

Big back door

A lot wider doors than earlier buses. Presure strips instead of bars to open.

Looking from front to back.

Cloth covered seats. More seats turned to the sides of the bus. Large open area between seats in back for passengers with carts or bulky items.

Looking from back to the front.

Soon to be filled with passengers.


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