The detailed technical specifications of the first Russian Arctic bus from the Ural Automobile Plant, SUSU and MSTU. E. Bauman. Representatives of the Urals, at the presentation of the new product, said that up to 350 such cars will be produced annually for the needs of EMERCOM, the Ministry of Education and Science and other ministries and departments of Russia.
The Arctic bus 'Arctic' is undergoing trials and is set to go into production in 2024.
It accommodates up to 22 passengers, each with their own table, USB socket, and wireless smartphone charging. Climate control is installed throughout the cabin with air distribution to the rows of seats. Trips between settlements in the Far North can be prolonged, so a toilet is provided on the bus.
The 'Arctic' runs on wide-profile tires with low specific pressure on the support surface (up to 0.45 kgf/cm2). Its 'heart' is a 6-cylinder turbo diesel engine with a power of 310 hp, and the transmission is 6x6 with a 9-speed manual gearbox and a multiplier.
The bus body is mounted on the frame via vibration mounts and has several layers. The fuel system is protected by electric heating, and the braking system has a reservoir for condensate separation and its discharge.