Metro Transit (Minnesota) 8012
Metro Transit (Minnesota) 8012 is a 2016 Gillig BRTPlus 40' bus. This bus was purchased as part of an option exercised by the Metropolitan Council in July 2016 to provide an extra spare bus for the A Line.[1] When in service, the bus may operate on the A and Orange Line, although it has made appearances on regular routes in the late afternoon and evening in late 2021. The bus is virtually identical to those in the 8000 series.
In 2018, this bus was retrofitted with an ArowGuard operator barrier in response to operator safety concerns. The barrier was subsequently replaced with a Bentech operator barrier.
| Engine | Transmission | Seating | Destination sign |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cummins ISL9 | ZF 6AP1400B | 34 American Seating Vision | Luminator Horizon White |
History
Metro Transit opened the A Line in June 2016. The A Line is the first rapid bus line in the Twin Cities. Metro Transit planned to operate the route with 10 buses and 2 spares, however, the agency decided to purchase an extra bus to ensure consistency in maintenance and reliability. The option was exercised by the Metropolitan Council in July 2016.
8012 entered service on May 11, 2017.
Details
| Fleet Number |
Thumbnail | Build Date |
VIN | License Plate | Garage | Status/Disposal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8012 | 2017 | 15GGD2713H1189612 | None | South | Active |
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