Gillig Low Floor
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The Gillig Low Floor is a transit bus manufactured by the Gillig Corporation
in Hayward, CA. The Low Floor was introduced in 1996. They are available in 29', 35' and 40' lengths. A diesel-electric hybrid version was introduced in 2004. Frameless side windows are an option. The Gillig Low Floor is often nicknamed "Advantage" due to the low-floor design. The front part of the bus is low-floor, with steps leading up to the section behind the rear door.
ISB or ISL engine. Originally, the Caterpillar
C9, Cummins C8.3, ISC
, ISM
, Detroit Diesel
Series 40, and Series 50 engines were also available. Transmissions available are Allison, Voith, or ZF automatic transmissions.
Maximum seating capacity is 28 for the 29 foot bus (with seats over the front axle), 32 for the 35 foot bus, and 40 for the 40 foot bus.
Turning radius for the Gillig Low Floor is 29 feet for the 29 foot model, 36 feet for the 35 foot model, and 43 feet for the 40 foot model.
Initially, the Gillig Low Floor had a flat windshield and long windows. In 2002, the windshield became larger and the windows were reduced in length.
In 2008, the windows on the doors received squared-off glass. The squared-off glass had the same design for both the front door and the rear door.
In 2004, a hybrid version of the Gillig Low Floor was introduced. It had a battery pack on the roof. Initially the only hybrid powertrain available was the Allison EP40 hybrid drive. In 2008, the Voith DIWA hybrid drive became available. All hybrid models use the Cummins ISB engine.
in Lee County, Florida
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The design of the BRT allows for some degree of customization by the purchaser. Some BRTs have been ordered with the same rear end as the standard Low Floor model. Although the BRT can be ordered without the frameless side windows, most BRT's are equipped with them. Many BRTs have also been ordered with front and rear roof fairings. A one-piece windshield is another popular option for the BRT.
. It is available in 30', 35' and 40' lengths. The exterior has simulated wood trim and old trolley style decals. Frameless side windows are fitted to enhance the trolley-like look. A cosmetic cupola
and functional brass bell complete the exterior. The interior has solid oak seats, leather handstraps, brass handrails, and brass trim. A hybrid powertrain is optional for the Trolley Replica.
Gillig
Gillig Corporation, formerly Gillig Bros., is a manufacturer of heavy-duty low-floor transit buses located in Hayward, California. Prior to 1993, Gillig had also been a manufacturer of school buses.-History:...
in Hayward, CA. The Low Floor was introduced in 1996. They are available in 29', 35' and 40' lengths. A diesel-electric hybrid version was introduced in 2004. Frameless side windows are an option. The Gillig Low Floor is often nicknamed "Advantage" due to the low-floor design. The front part of the bus is low-floor, with steps leading up to the section behind the rear door.
Configuration
The Gillig Low Floor is equipped with either a CumminsCummins
Cummins Inc. is a Fortune 500 corporation that designs, manufactures, distributes and services engines and related technologies, including fuel systems, controls, air handling, filtration, emission control and electrical power generation systems...
ISB or ISL engine. Originally, the Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc.
Caterpillar Inc. , also known as "CAT", designs, manufactures, markets and sells machinery and engines and sells financial products and insurance to customers via a worldwide dealer network. Caterpillar is the world's largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas...
C9, Cummins C8.3, ISC
Cummins C Series engine
The Cummins ISC is a straight-six diesel engine, design by a Cummins production line, which is in displacement. This went into production in March 1998 by Cummins. The engine was built off its predecessor, the Cummins C 8.3 litre engine originally introduced in 1985 as the 6C8.3...
, ISM
Cummins M Series engine
The Cummins M Series engine is a straight six diesel engine designed and produced by Cummins. It displaces . Introduced as the M11 in 1994, it was built on the previous L10 engine .In 1996, Cummins added electronic controls to improve efficiency...
, Detroit Diesel
Detroit Diesel
As a corporation, Daimler Trucks North America has decided to rename the company "DETROIT".Detroit Diesel Corporation is an American-based diesel engine producer headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, USA...
Series 40, and Series 50 engines were also available. Transmissions available are Allison, Voith, or ZF automatic transmissions.
Maximum seating capacity is 28 for the 29 foot bus (with seats over the front axle), 32 for the 35 foot bus, and 40 for the 40 foot bus.
Turning radius for the Gillig Low Floor is 29 feet for the 29 foot model, 36 feet for the 35 foot model, and 43 feet for the 40 foot model.
Initially, the Gillig Low Floor had a flat windshield and long windows. In 2002, the windshield became larger and the windows were reduced in length.
In 2008, the windows on the doors received squared-off glass. The squared-off glass had the same design for both the front door and the rear door.
Hybrid
Sub-Models
Gillig also manufactures two models of buses based on the Low Floor chassis, the BRT and the Trolley Replica. Both have the same engine and transmission options as the standard Low Floor. Frameless side windows are common on both models.Gillig BRT
The BRT is a restyled version of the Low Floor; with different front and rear fascias, it wears a more futuristic look than the standard model. It is available in the same lengths as the standard Low Floor model, although the front fascia adds roughly about an extra foot of length to the bus. Instead of sealed-beam headlights, the Gillig BRT has projector headlights. The layout for the headlights was changed slightly in 2009. The Gillig BRT is also available with the hybrid drivetrain. Recently, a gasoline-electric hybrid version of the BRT became available, the first ones went to LeeTranLeeTran
LeeTran is the transit bus service operated by the Lee County Transit Department, providing service to Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Lehigh Acres, Fort Myers, Fort Myers Beach and much of the unincorporated area of Lee County, Florida. Buses operate Monday through Saturday between 5:00 a.m. and 9:45...
in Lee County, Florida
Lee County, Florida
Lee County is a county located in the U.S. state of Florida. Located in southwest Florida, the principal cities in the county are Fort Myers and Cape Coral...
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The design of the BRT allows for some degree of customization by the purchaser. Some BRTs have been ordered with the same rear end as the standard Low Floor model. Although the BRT can be ordered without the frameless side windows, most BRT's are equipped with them. Many BRTs have also been ordered with front and rear roof fairings. A one-piece windshield is another popular option for the BRT.
Gillig Trolley Replica
The Gillig Trolley Replica is produced in collaboration with Cable Car Classics of Healdsburg, CaliforniaHealdsburg, California
Healdsburg is a city located in Sonoma County, California, in the United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city had a population of 11,254...
. It is available in 30', 35' and 40' lengths. The exterior has simulated wood trim and old trolley style decals. Frameless side windows are fitted to enhance the trolley-like look. A cosmetic cupola
Cupola
In architecture, a cupola is a small, most-often dome-like, structure on top of a building. Often used to provide a lookout or to admit light and air, it usually crowns a larger roof or dome....
and functional brass bell complete the exterior. The interior has solid oak seats, leather handstraps, brass handrails, and brass trim. A hybrid powertrain is optional for the Trolley Replica.
Further reading
- Gillig Corporation, gillig.com, Retrieved on 2009-9-11
- Gillig Low Floor, Gillig Low Floor, Retrieved on 2009-9-12
- Gillig Hybrid, Gillig Hybrid, Retrieved on 2009-9-12
- Gillig Trolley Replica, Gillig Trolley Replica, Retrieved on 2009-9-11
- Gillig BRT, Gillig BRT, Retrieved on 2009-9-11