AEON Connect - Scania Metrolink HD Inaugurated

AEON Connect - Kerala's own Scania Metrolink HD 14.5 meter Multiaxle was inaugurated amongst a great enthusiasm and flair on 29th April 2014 at Hotel Le Meridian, Ernakulam, Kerala (India). 

Mr Sivakumar V, Sales Director, Scania Commercial Vehicles India, Mr Staffan Arvas, Strategist, Brand and Marketing Communications, Scania CV AB and Mr. Agy George from Aeon Connect Travels were part of the occasion. These Scania Multiaxles will connect travellers from Ernakulam to Hyderabad. 

AEON Connect becomes the third operator in India, to get delivery of Scania Metrolink HD multiaxles, with KPN travels (Tamil Nadu, India) and SVLL (Gujarat, India) taking the lead to include them in their fleet. 

Here are some pics clicked on the occasion of inauguration by a Bus Fan (JNR Pix) from Cochin, Kerala

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

Pic Credit : JNR Pix

GEE PEE B9R Multiaxle VOLVO Sleeper

GEE PEE B9R Multiaxle VOLVO Sleeper powered by Touring Talkies doing Bangalore - Mumbai Cruising on NH4 near Belgaum on its way to Mumbai.

Sharma B9R I-Shift Multiaxle VOLVO

Sharma B9R I-Shift Multiaxle VOLVO doing Mumbai - Shirdi at a pickup at Sharma Transports Office, Belgaum.

Omer B9R Multiaxle VOLVO

Omer B9R Multiaxle VOLVO doing Mumbai - Hyderabad resting at National Park, Borivali (E), Mumbai

Akbar Mercedes Benz Multiaxle

Akbar Mercedes Benz Multiaxle doing Mumbai - Hyderabad - Mumbai on way to Borivali (W) via Phadke Pool, Borivali (E), Mumbai

Shantadurga Mercedes Benz Biaxle

Shantadurga Mercedes Benz Biaxle Coach KA22 B 4228 with OC 500 RF chasis at Shantadurga Main Parking, Belgaum

Kallada B9R Multiaxle VOLVO

Kallada B9R Multiaxle VOLVO resting in Bangalore.

Zhongtong Navigator Multiaxle LCK6137H

Zhongtong Navigator Multiaxle LCK6137H

Technical Parameter :

• Dimensions (mm) : 13700*2550*3830
• Wheelbase (mm) : 6000+1500
• Seats : 48+1+1
• Luggage capacity (m3) : 10
• Fuel Tank (L) : 600
• Engine Model : ISME420 30
• Engine Max Torque (N.m/rpm) : 2010
• Chasis Clutch : Electromagnetic Clutch
• Chasis Suspension System : 6 air bellows front 2/ rear 4
• Chasis Gearbox : Six Speed Gear Box
• Chasis Braking System : Dual Circuit Air Braking, Drum Brake, Electric Vortex Retarder
• Length : 13mtr+
• Seats : 41-50 Seats
• Model : Intercity 

Product Details :

        Zhongtong Bus LCK6137H Navigator, with tall and strong appearance and vigorous and fluent curve, is a luxury bus developed by Zhongtong Bus for domestic and overseas market segments including highway passenger transportation and golden travel routes. Due to scientific structure optimization and high strength and light weight materials, the luggage and passenger compartments are larger and energy consumption is lower. Besides, in terms of steering, operation and braking, the reliability and stability catch more customer's eyes. Morever the design of electrical appliance of double wire system corresponding with EU standard makes the electrical appliance of the bus more reliable. What's more, the luxury aviation luggage rack and passenger chair, international advance night vision safe driving system, independent air supply system in driving zone and double viewing glasses are applied to the bus, which bring more comfortable zone to passengers.

Inputs from : http://www.chinabuses.org/ 

Here are some pics which i captured of the Zhongtong Navigator Multiaxle LCK6137H in BUS WORLD 2013 held in Mumbai (Maharashtra), India. 

Zhongtong Navigator Biaxle LCK6129H

Zhongtong Navigator Biaxle LCK6129H

Vehicle Body :

• Monocoque body construction : light weight, low consumption
• Upto 51+1+1 high class seats
• Reliable sound damping and heat insulating devices are fitted in the engine compartment and rear axle compartment
• The vehicle sides are zinc-coated panel using rolling and stretching technologies
• Chasis and underframe use wax spraying and ingesting technologies, which enables them to be erosion resistant
• Easily-opened front access door and well arranged inside parts provide a convenient way to do the inspection or repair work 
• Electrically powered front visor can efficiently prevent violet sunshine
• Aluminium-made entrance door and luggage compartment door reduces the vehicle dead weight 

Interior Trim :

• Fully closed luxurious luggage rack with roomy space and access door
• Air outlets are helpful in refreshing and evenly distributing the interior air
• Special Air Conditioner and Video and Audio equipment are fitted in the driver zone to offer more easeful driving environment
• Integral defroster duct has a better defrosting effect
• The instrument console is of built up construction, whose tumble panel design on the upper part gives the utmost consideration to maintainability and serviceability of the electrical parts inside
• Sink type washroom does save considerable interior space

Chasis Layout : 

• Solenoid clutch, the rotating speed of engine fan can be adjusted according to the temperature of the engine and intercooler air pipe, thereby possibly reducing fuel consumption
• Over 6 air bags do well enhance the roll stiffness and guarantee a stable turning
• Front independent suspension system does ensure the front wheels have excellent ground grip performance and efficiently reduce the impact load from the ground
• Use of disc brake offers a better heat fading performance
• ABS/ASR control system helps improve safety
• Engine Collision avoids avoidance system is fitted in the rear part
• Self-extinguishing units are installed in the engine compartment
• CAN bus dashboard is responsible for integral data display of the whole vehicle and engine, featuring high accuracy, reliability and utilization 
• Imported socket connectors and relays

Inputs from : http://www.chinabuses.org/

Here are some pics which i captured of the Zhongtong Navigator Biaxle LCK6129H in BUS WORLD 2013 held in Mumbai, Maharashtra (India). 

SVLL Connect Scania Metrolink HD Flagged Off in Mumbai

Scania has flagged off SVLLConnect Scania Metrolink HD 14.5 mtr Multiaxle coach in Mumbai, today. The initial route to be covered by SVLL is Mumbai - Surat - Mumbai. Bearing a 410 HP - 13 litre engine, fitted with automatic gear transmission termed as "Scania Opticruise", Scania promises a bright and a competitive future on Indian highways.
SVLL (Siddhi Vinayak Logistics Limited) is also stated to come with Scania Multiaxles on Mumbai - Pune and Surat - Mumbai - Bangalore routes soon.

Pic Source : www.scania.in

SVLL DC Scania Metrolink HD 14.5 mtr Multiaxle

SVLL (Siddhi Vinayak Logistic Limited) has started its SVLL Connect Scania Multiaxle on Surat - Mumbai - Surat from today. Here are some pics of the inauguration ceremony being contributed by Harshavardhan Singh Rathod from Surat (Gujarat).