04 Oct 2017

The latest addition to the Alexander Dennis product line up in New Zealand is set to steal the show at the Bus and Coach Association 2017 Annual Conference opening in Rotorua today.

One of the fleet of eight Elite executive touring coaches ordered by Ritchies Transport Holdings, New Zealand’s largest coach operator, is being exhibited at the conference.

The 13.5m Elite coaches will deliver an unparalleled level of comfort and a premium on board experience for up to 53 passengers. Built on Scania K440 chassis, the Elite’s expansive front screen gives passengers exceptional visibility and a feeling of spaciousness in a sophisticated saloon. The distinctive, aerodynamic styling delivers an outstanding operational benefit with improved fuel efficiency.

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While the Elite is a well-respected and much loved coach in the UK, the vehicles delivered to New Zealand are not simply carbon copies of the domestic offering, and have been meticulously tailored to the customer’s specific requirements. Of the eight vehicles ordered, two specification variants exist – one with a near side centre exit door plus centre toilet and a second variant featuring a rear saloon floor mounted toilet to facilitate passenger access and maximise luggage capacity. A brand new HVAC climate control system and single glazing conform to New Zealand’s weight regulations. Interior trim options bespoke for Ritchies have been developed in leather and fabric materials.