Irizar i6

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Irizar i6
Irizar i6
Years of manufacture 2010 to present
Length 10.8 to 15 metres
Width 2550 millimetres
Power/Fuel Diesel

The Irizar i6 is a multi-purpose high-end motorcoach, geared towards regular and charter service. It was launched in November 2010 at that year's IAA Commercial Vehicle Show in Hanover Germany. In January 2016, Irizar made their entry into the United States with the i6 adapted for the American market. The coach is sold through an exclusive distribution deal with INA Bus Sales.

The i6's structure, composed of steel, complies with R66.01 safety regulation. It is available as an integral coach as well as a body on chassis. Chassis suppliers include Iveco Bus, MAN, Mercedes-Benz, Scania, and Volvo Buses.

US Specifications

Dimensions
Length: 45'
Width: 102"
Height: 12.23" or 12.89"
Engine
Cummins ISX12 EPA 2013, 11.9 litre, 425 hp
Transmission
Allison B500
Axles
Front: ZF RL82EC
Rear: ZF A132
Tag: ZF RL82EC
Brakes
All wheel disc brakes w/ ABS, ASR and ESC

Operators

United States

Demonstrator and engineering units

Fleet number Thumbnail Year VIN Engine Transmission Notes
(2 units)[1] 2015 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500
  • 2016 model.
  • 45-feet long.
  • Dark blue-green base.
  • Woodgrain floors, blue and grey interior.
  • Launch vehicles for the United States.
  • Displayed at 2016 UMA Expo in Atlanta.[2]
(1 unit) 2016 Cummins ISX12 Allison B500
  • 2017 model.
  • 45-feet long.
  • Baby blue base
  • Woodgrain floors, blue and grey interior, updated seats.
  • Displayed at 2017 UMA Expo in St. Louis.

References

  1. Irizar at the UMA Expo in Atlanta. Press release. 02 February 2017.
  2. Spanish-based Irizar introduces new motorcoach to the U.S. market. 04 February 2016. Metro Magazine.