IC Bus School and
Commercial Buses
Available in Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Ohio and Utah
IC Bus® offers Type C school and commercial buses designed around safety, durability, driver comfort and dependable fleet performance. Rush Bus Centers offers three CE Series solutions: the CE Series School Bus with Cummins diesel or gasoline power, the diesel-powered CE Series Commercial Bus and the Electric CE Series School Bus. Flexible capacities, advanced safety technologies and connected vehicle tools help fleets configure buses around their routes, passengers and operating priorities.
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School Buses
The IC Bus CE Series School Bus combines durable construction, driver-focused features and advanced safety technology. Available with Cummins B6.7 diesel or B6.7 Octane gasoline power, the CE Series offers seven wheelbase options and seating for up to 83 passengers.
Commercial Buses
Built on the proven CE Series platform, the IC Bus CE Series Commercial offers flexible configurations, Cummins diesel power and seating for up to 83 passengers. Driver-focused controls, enhanced visibility and connected vehicle technology help support safe, dependable commercial passenger transportation.
Electric Buses
The IC Bus Electric CE Series provides quiet, zero-tailpipe-emissions student transportation with seating for up to 78 passengers. Two battery options offer ranges of 135 miles or more than 200 miles, helping districts match electric capacity to their routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who manufactures IC buses?
IC buses are produced by IC Bus, a wholly owned subsidiary of International Motors, LLC, which also builds International® trucks and engines. IC buses are manufactured at the Tulsa Bus Plant in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
What does IC Bus stand for?
IC stands for "Integrated Coach," which refers to how IC buses are designed and assembled almost completely under the International umbrella. The body and chassis are assembled within the same manufacturing facility and use the same chassis and hood as medium-duty, International-brand trucks.
What types of buses does IC Bus make?
IC Bus manufactures Type C school and commercial buses.
- CE Series School Bus: A Type C school bus available with Cummins B6.7 diesel or B6.7 Octane gasoline power.
- Electric CE Series School Bus: A battery-electric Type C school bus with two battery-capacity options.
- CE Series Commercial Bus: A midsize Type C commercial bus powered by the Cummins B6.7 diesel engine.
What is a Type C school bus?
A Type C school bus is a conventional school bus that most people associate with school transportation. Type C buses are built on a flat-back cowl truck chassis and have a front-mounted engine, prominent hood and entrance door that's positioned behind the front wheels.
What powertrain options are available on IC buses?
The IC Bus CE Series School Bus is available with a Cummins B6.7 diesel or B6.7 Octane gasoline engine. The CE Series Commercial Bus is powered by the Cummins B6.7 diesel engine, while the Electric CE Series uses a battery-electric powertrain with 210 kWh and 315 kWh battery options.
How do I choose between a diesel, gasoline and electric IC school bus?
The right powertrain depends on your routes, daily mileage, fueling or charging access, maintenance resources, budget and emissions goals. Diesel may be suited to demanding or high-mileage routes, gasoline can offer familiar fueling and simplified emissions equipment and electric power can support predictable routes with access to charging infrastructure. Rush Bus Centers can help evaluate your fleet's requirements and recommend an appropriate configuration.
Does IC Bus make electric school buses?
Yes. The IC Bus Electric CE Series is available with two lithium iron phosphate battery options: a 210 kWh battery with a range of 135 miles and a 315 kWh battery with a range of more than 200 miles. The bus comes ready for AC and DC fast charging with a standard front charge port or available rear charge port.
How many passengers can IC buses hold?
Passenger capacity depends on the model and configuration. The CE Series School Bus and CE Series Commercial Bus can seat up to 83 passengers. The Electric CE Series School Bus can seat up to 78 passengers.
What safety features are available on IC buses?
Safety features vary by model and configuration. Available IC Bus technologies include electronic stability control, antilock brakes, Bendix® collision-mitigation and driver-assistance systems, entrance-door alerts and the Bendix® Intellipark® electronic parking brake on applicable models. Optional IC Bus Full View Camera Technology™ by Rosco® and tire pressure monitoring can provide additional driver awareness.
School bus models may also include illuminated stop arms and school bus signs as well as the No Student Left Behind® child monitor system, which supports the driver’s post-trip inspection process.
Contact Rush Bus Centers to confirm standard and optional safety equipment for a specific bus.
What is the IC Bus DriverFirst™ philosophy?
DriverFirst™ is IC Bus's approach to designing buses around driver comfort, visibility and control. Depending on the model and configuration, DriverFirst features may include an instrument panel angled toward the driver, backlit steering wheel controls, adjustable steering, multiple driver-seat options, an integrated HVAC system and design features that improve forward and side visibility.
How much does an IC Bus cost?
The cost of an IC Bus depends on several factors, including the model, seating capacity, powertrain, accessibility features, additional safety packages and other optional equipment. Whether you're purchasing a single bus or replacing an entire fleet, Rush Bus Centers can provide a customized quote based on your transportation needs.
Browse our available inventory or contact a Rush Bus Centers sales representative to request pricing.
Where can I buy, service and purchase parts for an IC Bus?
Rush Bus Centers operates 18 full-service IC Bus dealerships in Arkansas, Georgia, Idaho, Ohio and Utah that sell new IC buses and offer parts and service support. In total, 40 Rush Bus Centers locations are certified to service IC buses and sell IC Bus parts. These locations are staffed by factory-trained, ASE-certified technicians who understand the maintenance and repair needs of Type C buses. Find an IC Bus sales, service or parts location near you.
Many of our IC Bus sales, parts and service locations are Prestige Certified, meaning they have met rigorous customer service and operational standards established by International and IC Bus.
