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Features of Blue Bird Micro Bird G5 Propane

• Environmentally Friendly: The propane engine produces lower emissions compared to traditional gasoline or diesel engines, making it a greener option.
• Lower Operating Costs: Propane is generally less expensive than diesel or gasoline, reducing overall fuel costs.
• Quiet Operation: The propane engine runs quieter than diesel engines, providing a more comfortable experience for passengers and reducing noise pollution.
• High Safety Standards: Built to meet or exceed Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for school buses, ensuring top-tier safety.
• Flexible Seating: Available in various seating configurations to accommodate up to 30 passengers, making it suitable for different group sizes.
• Durable Construction: Features a robust steel frame and body for enhanced durability and longevity.
• Extended Range: The large fuel tank allows for extended driving ranges between refuels, making it ideal for longer trips.
• Comfortable Interior: The interior is designed for passenger comfort, with options for air conditioning and other amenities.
• Customizable: Options for wheelchair accessibility and additional storage can be included to meet specific needs.
• Reliable Performance: The 7.3 V8 propane engine is known for its reliability and consistent performance in various driving conditions.

This information provides a comprehensive overview of the Blue Bird Micro Bird G5 Propane, including its specifications and key features.

At Blue Bird, safety and quality are our top priorities. The Micro Bird G5 is designed with reinforced heavy-gauge steel side-impact barriers integrated with the seat rail for enhanced protection.

Safety features include integrated child seats, three-point lap and shoulder seat belts, a “more view” window, and a fully glassed entry door to maximize the driver’s view of students entering and exiting the bus.

The one-piece galvanized steel roof bows and superior LED external lights further enhance safety, while double-leaf wheelchair doors provide robust protection for the G5’s optional lift.

The Micro Bird G5 Propane adds an extra layer of safety with its fuel system, which is non-toxic, poses no harm to the environment, and includes automatic safety devices and shut-off valves.

The propane fuel itself is clean-operating, reducing smog-forming hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, and other greenhouse gas emissions.

Blue Bird’s commitment to quality is evident in the attention to detail that ensures performance, reliability, and durability.

Aluminum side-body panels make the bus both cost-effective to repair and built to last, while superior insulation throughout the bus reduces road noise and prevents condensation and corrosion.

The wide body design of the Micro Bird G5 creates a large aisle for improved compartmentalization, easy passenger movement, and increased knee clearance. An HD package is available for harsh driving conditions, and a long list of options, including air conditioning, electronic sleeping children monitoring systems, wheelchair lifts, vandal lock systems, and audio/public address systems, allows for further customization to meet specific needs.

Built on the Ford 6.8L engine and integrated with a ROUSH CleanTech propane fuel system, the Micro Bird G5 Propane delivers best-in-class horsepower and torque, ensuring both safety and quality in every journey.

Blue Bird understands that budget is a key factor in bus choice. Calculating total cost of ownership (TCO) allows decision-makers to select vehicles with confidence.

Initial purchase price, fuel costs, maintenance costs and projected lifespan all impact TCO. Micro Bird buses are built with the best-quality materials to reduce maintenance costs and save money in the long run.

With its simplified emissions system and proven performance, the Micro Bird G5 Propane bus delivers economical service training and easy maintenance that saves time.

The gasoline, propane and electric models require no costly diesel after-treatment systems to meet Environmental Protection Agency requirements. And, the cleaner-operating fuels translate to cleaner parts and longer engine life.

With the added bonus of federal and local rebates and incentives for alternative fuels like electric and propane, districts are saving up to thousands of dollars per bus annually on fuel costs.

Because we value customer satisfaction, all Micro Bird bus bodies come with a 5-year limited warranty.