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The S 418 LE business represents an expansion of the Setra low-entry intercity bus range and with it the company makes efficient use of the modular system of the MultiClass 400. The bus brings the total number of vehicles in the Setra MultiClass 400 range to now thirteen models. The vehicles is 14 m long and is designed with a low floor, a level entrance and no steps all the way to aft of the rear entrance. It is powered by an efficient OM 470 six-cylinder engine, which comes with outputs of 265 kW (360 hp) and 290 kW (394 hp).

The bus is fitted with the GO 210 six-speed manual transmission as standard. In addition, bus operators can choose from three more transmissions: the fully automated GO 280-8 PowerShift eight-speed transmission, the six-speed ZF Ecolife torque converter transmission and the Voith DIWA.6 four-speed the torque converter transmission. The S 418 LE business scores points with its high seating capacity, which offers seating room for more than 60 passengers depending on the specification. Setra thus meets the demand in high-traffic intercity transport.

Photos and text:
Evobus GmbH – Setra Omnibusse