Scania launches new bus and coach range for India at Busworld 2013

Scania takes the next step in India with the introduction of Scania buses and coaches, with full parts and service support via the worldwide Scania service network. The Scania Metrolink is a purpose-designed coach for luxury intercity or charter travel in head-turning
style.

The Scania Metrolink introduces a new level of performance, driveability and handling in the Indian market, all based on renowned Scania virtues such as robust design, maximum passenger safety, leading fuel economy and a long and trouble-free service life.

"It is with great pride that Scania makes India the first market worldwide to enjoy the benefits of the Scania Metrolink, a new range of intercity coaches, with a distinct Scania character, bristling with state-of-the-art technology. Scania has been at the forefront, developing new coach concepts and technologies during more than a century. It gives us great pleasure to now bring the world-renowned Scania buses and coaches to India. Our products are known for their outstanding fuel economy and high uptime, and ensuring low operating costs," said Anders Grundstromer, Managing Director, Scania Commercial Vehicle India and Senior Vice-President, Scania Group.

"Scania Metrolink is a premium product that is completely in line with Scania's mission to be a trusted partner for the transportation industry in India."

Offered in three models, the Scania Metrolink is styled to stand out as a premium product, featuring the established Scania 'wrapping T' styling motif that sweeps from the front into the window line along the sides. First deliveries to customers will take place in mid-2013 and assembly of complete coaches will start at Scania's new facility in Bengaluru in early 2014.

Three-model range
Based on a system of chassis modules and modular bodywork, the Scania Metrolink is offered in two and three-axle form in the Indian market. They all share the sleek styling, generous luggage compartments with parallel opening doors that provide easy access also in confined areas, offering operators the possibility of using the coach for occasional service during weekends.

Part of Scania's offer will also include a range of tailored service packages, financing and driver training. Maintenance and repair contracts are fully backed by Scania's service network:
> Scania Metrolink HD 45-seater: This is a 12 m 4x2 model with 45 seats, a Scania 9-litre 310 hp Euro-3 engine, Scania Opticruise 8-speed automated gearchanging. The vehicle is 2.6 m wide, 3.7 m high and fitted with a 465-litre fuel tank
> Scania Metrolink HD 49-seater: 13.7 m 6x2 model with 49 semi-sleeper seats (or 53 without calf support), a Scania 13-litre 360 hp Euro-3 engine, Scania Opticruise 8-speed automated gearchanging. The third axle is hydraulically steered for easy manoeuvring. The vehicle is 2.6 m wide, 3.7 m high and fitted with a 465-litre fuel tank
> Scania Metrolink HD 53-seater: This is a 14.5 m high-capacity 6x2 model featuring 53 semi-sleeper seats (or 57 without calf support). It has the Scania 13-litre 410 hp Euro-3 engine, Scania Opticruise 8-speed automated gearchanging. The third axle is hydraulically steered for easy manoeuvring. The vehicle is 2.6 m wide, 3.7 m high and fitted with a 465-litre fuel tank.

The Scania Metrolink is introduced exclusively for the Indian market at this point. In a few years' time, the Scania Metrolink will grow into a global range of complete vehicles with network support. 

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