The OH 1626 XBC chassis was developed to provide maximum economy, safety and comfort. With body lengths from 10.8m to 12.5m, it is ideally suited for School Bus and Charter operations that need a fast, agile vehicle. It is the ideal multi-purpose option, combining robustness, fuel economy and the quality associated with the passenger transport segment leader.

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OH 1626 XBC
OH 1626 XBC.
Technical Data.
Dimensions | |
Overall Length | From 10.8 to 12.5m (including body) |
Wheelbase | 3,000mm (buggy) |
Front Overhang | 2,200mm |
Rear Overhang | 3,350mm |
Weights | |
G.V.M. | 16,000kg |
Front Axle | Max design capacity 5,500kg |
Rear Axle | Max design capacity 10,500kg |
Electrics | |
Voltage Supply | 24V |
Alternator | 2x28V/80Ah |
Starter Motor | 24V/4kW |
Battery | 2x12V/170Ah |
Driver's Environment | |
Standard | Electronic speedometer |
Cruise control |
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Safety warning lights |
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Audible warning signals |
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Oil pressure, water temperature, air pressure and fuel gauges |
Safety Systems | |
Standard | Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) |
Traction Control System (ASR) | |
Fire detection system in the engine compartment |
Engine | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz OM 926 LA (Euro 5) |
Type | Water-cooled, 6 cylinder, in-line, 3-valve, turbochargedand intercooled verticle engine with SCR technology. |
Cubic Capacity | 7,200cm3 |
Bore and Stroke | 106mm x 136mm |
Maximum Power | 188kW (250 HP) @ 2200rpm |
Maximum Torque | 900Nm @ 1200-1600rpm |
Fuel Injection | Individual fuel injection units with electronic management |
Transmission | |
Model | Allison T280R |
Type | 6 speed automatic transmission with torque converter and integrated hydraulic, retarder |
Gear | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | R |
Ratio | 3.49 | 1.86 | 1.41 | 1.00 | 0.75 | 0.65 | 5.03 |
Supply System | |
Cooling | Water cooling with thermostat 650 mm. Visco coupling |
Air Compressor | Wabco, 2 cylinder, driven by gear, 85 x 56 mm: 636 cc |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 300 litres |
AdBlue® Tank Capacity | 25 litres |
Exhaust | Discharges at rear, near side |
Steering | |
Model | ZF-8097 |
Type | Power assisted. Tilt and reach adjustable column |
Steering Ratio | Variable 26.2:1 |
Turning Circle Diameter | 18.9m (wall to wall), overall length of 10.8m |
Brakes | |
Foot Brake | Dual circuit compressed air system with drum brakes and automatic brake adjustment |
Hand Brake | Spring loaded on rear axle with pressure air release |
Bus Stop Brake | Spring loaded rear brake chambers with air release |
Air Tanks | 1 x 40 litre, 4 x 20 litre and 1 x 5 litre (regenerative air tank) |
Engine Brake | Butterfly valve in exhaust pipe, electro-pneumatic; applied with service brake |
Top Brake | Activated via electro-pneumatic switch |
Suspension | |
Front Suspension | Air suspension using two air bellows with internal auxiliary knocker, two telescopic double acting shock absorbers and stabiliser bar |
Rear Suspension | Air suspension with four air bellows, external auxiliary knocker. Two telescopic double acting shock absorbers and stabiliser bar |
Raise and Lowering | Standard, including kneeling function |
Axles | |
Front Axle | VL 3/8 D-6.5. Forged steel I - Beam |
Rear Axle (Driven) | HH4/08 DL-10.5 Rigid, single ratio hypoid axle |
Rear Axle Ratio | 5.22 |
Wheels and Tyres | |
Wheels | 10 hole 8.25 x 22.5 steel. |
Tyres | 275/80 R22.5 |