BYD K series
| BYD K series (ebus) | |
|---|---|
BYD K9 ebus in Shenzhen | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BYD Auto |
| Production | 2010–present |
| Assembly |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Battery electric bus |
| Body style | Single-deck bus (rigid and articulated) and double-deck bus |
| Floor type | Low floor |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Electric wheel hub motors |
| Electric motor | Permanent-magnet synchronous motors |
| Propulsion | IGBT–VVVF |
| Electric range | 250 km (K9) |
The BYD K series bus (sometimes just referred to as the BYD ebus or BYD electric bus) are a line of battery electric buses manufactured by the Chinese automaker BYD, powered with its self-developed lithium iron phosphate battery, featuring a typical operating range of 250 kilometres (160 mi) per charge under urban road conditions. It is available in several different nominal lengths, from 7.0 to 13.7 m (23 to 45 ft) and also as a 18 m (60 ft) (articulated) bus. The rear axle is powered by two electric traction motors; the battery capacity and motor power of each model varies depending on the nominal length and passenger capacity.