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The All American

Since 1948, Blue Bird's All American transit style school bus has been setting the standard for safety. Following that tradition, the All American delivers the latest safety and strength features, as well as superior performance and longevity.

The All American comes in two styles: rear engine (RE) and front engine (FE). Both offer unparalleled features and options. The flat front, panoramic windshield and exterior mirror system allow for better sight lines from every angle. The one-piece roof bow and unitized body construction ensure superior strength and durability. And like all Blue Bird buses, the All American is built reliable and easy to service.

At Blue Bird, where safety comes first, we believe every child deserves to ride in an All American.

For more information on the all new Blue Bird Vision, contact Ross Bus Sales.

 

Features of the All American School Bus


Range of Sight

Improved Visibility

Blue Bird has further enhanced its inherently safer flat front transit-style design with a larger, more panoramic windshield that gives the All American driver the most comprehensive field of vision around the front of the vehicle.


Tighter Turns

The All American FE has a much tighter turning radius versus a conventional school vehicle. This maneuverability advantage is achieved by the FE's shorter wheelbase.

Safety View Panel

 

All American Front Engine

Seating Capacity
54-90 passengers
Length
347" - 480"
Width
96"
Interior Width
90"
Height
114"- 118 "
Skirt Length
16 3/4"
Wheelbase
141"/169"/190"/211"/232"
Step Height (f/r)
Varies
Overhang (f/r)
Front-88", Rear- varies on model sizes
Interior Headroom
74"; 77" Optional
Aisle Width
Varies by floor plan
Front Door
78" x 30"
Rear Door
52.5" x 37.7"
Wheel Cut
45°
Tire Size
11R x22.5H, Michelin, XZE Highway tread
Engine
Caterpillar diesel engines 190 to 275 hp
Fuel Tank
60 gallon Between the Frame rails, 100 gallon (Optional)
Alternator
175 amp Leece-Neville high output
Transmission
Allison automatic PTS Series, Model 2500 standard w/ optional MD-3000 available (TranSynd fluid is standard)
Suspension
Front - 14,600# parabolic springs (air Ride -optional); Rear - 19,000 leaf springs (21,000# & 23,000#, and air ride-optional)
Steering
TAS
Axles
Meritor, Front, 13,200#; Rear, 19,000# (21,000# & 23,000# - (optional)
Brakes
Meritor, "Quadraulic" hydraulic brakes with 4-wheel anti-lock brakes. Air brakes-optional.
GVWR (lbs.)
36,200#
Air Conditioning
Optional
Wheelchair Lift Option
Optional
Outside Mirrors
9" x 17" oval-shaped, flat and convex, RH and LH
Crossview Mirrors
9" x 13" elliptical fender-mounted, RH and LH

 

All American Rear Engine

Seating Capacity
66-84 passengers
Length
396" - 480"
Width
96"
Interior Width
90"
Height
114"- 118 "
Skirt Length
16 3/4"
Wheelbase
189"/217"/245"/273"
Step Height (f/r)
Varies
Overhang (f/r)
Front-85", Rear-120"
Interior Headroom
74"; 77" Optional
Aisle Width
Varies by floor plan
Front Door
78" x 30"
Rear Door
52.5" x 37.7"
Wheel Cut
45°
Tire Size
11R x22.5H, Michelin, XZE Highway tread
Engine
Caterpillar diesel engines 190 to 275 hp
Fuel Tank
60 gallon Between the Frame rails, 100 gallon (Optional)
Alternator
160 amp Leece/Neville "Loadhandler"
Transmission
Allison automatic PTS Series, Model 2500 standard w/ optional MD-3000 available (TranSynd fluid is standard)
Suspension
Front-14,000# Parabolic springs (14,600# parabolic springs and air ride-(optional); Rear-23,000# Leaf springs (air ride -optional)
Steering
TAS 65
Axles
Meritor: Front, 12,000# (13,200# & 14,600# - optional); Rear, 19,000#   ( 21,000# & 23,000# - optional)
Brakes
Full air brake system 4-wheel anti-lock brakes
GVWR (lbs.)
36,200#
Air Conditioning
Optional
Wheelchair Lift Option
Optional
Outside Mirrors
9" x 17" oval-shaped, flat and convex, RH and LH
Crossview Mirrors
9" x 13" elliptical fender-mounted, RH and LH

Due to the large number of options and floor plan arrangements available, these are only specification highlights. Please contact Ross Bus Sales for a complete listing of specifications.

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