MCI J-Series
| MCI J-Series | |
|---|---|
A post-facelift J4500 operating as a Google employee bus | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Motor Coach Industries |
| Production | 2001-present |
| Assembly | Crookston, Minnesota, United States Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Tri-axle coach |
| Body style | Single-decker coach |
| Doors | 1 sedan door, some have 1 wheelchair lift door |
| Floor type | High-floor |
| Chassis | MCI special platform integral |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Detroit Diesel Series 60, Detroit Diesel DD13, Caterpillar C12, Caterpillar C13, Cummins ISM, Cummins ISX, Cummins X12 |
| Capacity | Up to 44 (J3500) Up to 60 (J4500) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 35 feet (11 m) (J3500) 45 feet (14 m) (J4500) |
| Width | 102 inches (2.6 m) |
| Height | 141 inches (3.6 m) |
| Curb weight | 42,000 lbs GVWR (J3500) 54,000 lbs GVWR (J4500) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor |
|
The MCI J-Series is a model of motorcoach bus produced by Motor Coach Industries (MCI). The bus is primarily used by tour and charter bus operators. It is sold alongside the MCI D-Series bus, primarily used by intercity bus services and public transit operators.
The J-Series was introduced in 2001 initially as a mid-range supplement for the D- and E-Series coaches in the MCI coach lineup. It is manufactured at the NFI Group facility in Crookston, Minnesota, United States as well as in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.