August 6, 2024. Presented on the Iveco Bus booth two years ago, the BUS 17-210 G chassis, a robust solution powered by natural gas and biomethane, is now available for use testing by the public at Lat.Bus/Transpúblico/2024 in the external area of the fair. The model produced at the Iveco Bus plant in Córdoba, Argentina, has a high application potential, mainly for urban transport: its configuration responds to the existing structure in cities with CNG distribution or biogas production, as well as being an interesting economic-financial alternative for sustainable transport in Brazil and Latin America.
With the storage option of up to 9 cylinders, the BUS 17-210 G offers a range of up to 350 kilometers, ensuring operation on long-range routes in metropolitan regions. Refueling time is fast and can be completed in around 20 minutes, ensuring flexibility in garages and less time on the bus.
In operation, the use of natural gas offers environmental advantages such as 90% reductions in nitrogen dioxide (NO2) and 10% reductions in carbon dioxide (CO2). Fueled with biomethane, CO2 emissions can be up to 95% lower.
The stoichiometric combustion technology of the FPT Industrial N60 CNG engine guarantees best-in-class fuel consumption and lower noise levels. Its 210 hp of power and 760 Nm of torque ensure performance and efficiency on a daily basis, with great power and maximum torque on any route. The reliability and robustness of the engine provide fuel cost savings of up to 40% compared to diesel.
The BUS 17-210 G also has a competitive acquisition cost, making it more accessible to transport systems in Brazil and Latin America.
