Collins Type A School Bus
The Collins Type A School Bus builds on Collins' reputation for delivering strong, safe and trusted student transportation. Designed for daily routes, smaller passenger loads and specialized transportation needs, the Type A Bus combines proven school bus safety with the flexibility to serve a wide range of districts and operations. Available in SH, TH, DH and DE Series configurations with capacities of up to 35 passengers, it offers versatile options to meet the demands of every route.
Choose from models built on Chevrolet, Ford E-Series or Ford Transit chassis, with gasoline engine options including a Chevrolet 4.3L V6 or 6.6L V8, Ford E-Series 7.3L V8, or Ford Transit 3.5L V6. Chevrolet and Ford E-Series models feature a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive, while Ford Transit models feature a 10-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
The Collins Type A also offers special-needs wheelchair options, an exclusive external storage compartment and a one-piece tubular roof bow design for unparalleled safety. Collins' industry-leading design is complemented by the industry's largest view-out window, helping reduce blind spots and enhance driver visibility.
AVAILABLE IN: IDAHO, OHIO, TEXAS AND UTAH
Specifications
Classification
- Type A
Chassis Options
- SH Series: Chevrolet
- TH Series: Ford Transit
- DH Series: Chevrolet, Ford E-Series
- DE Series: Chevrolet, Ford E-Series
Passenger Capacity
- SH Series: Up to 20
- TH Series: Up to 21
- DH Series: Up to 35
- DE Series: Up to 32
Max GVWR
- SH Series: 10,100 lbs.
- TH Series: 11,000 lbs.
- DH Series: 14,500 lbs.
- DE Series: 14,500 lbs.
Engine Options
- Chevrolet: 4.3L V6/6.6L V8 Gas
- Ford E-Series: 7.3L V8 Gas
- Ford Transit: 3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission Options
- Chevrolet: 6-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
- Ford E-Series: 6-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
- Ford Transit: 10-Speed Automatic with Overdrive
Fuel Capacity
- Chevrolet: 33 gallons
- Ford E-Series: 40 gallons
- Ford Transit: 25 gallons
Wheelbase Options
- Chevrolet: 138", 139"
- Ford Transit: 138", 156"
- Ford E-Series: 158", 159"