Alexander PS type facts for kids
The Alexander PS was a special type of bus body. It was built by a company called Walter Alexander Coachbuilders in the 1980s and 1990s. This body was designed for "step-entrance" buses. This means you had to step up to get into the bus, unlike some newer buses that are low to the ground. It was a single-decker bus, meaning it only had one level for passengers.
What is a Bus Body?
A bus body is like the outer shell of the bus. It includes the passenger area, windows, and doors. Bus companies often buy the chassis (the frame, engine, and wheels) from one manufacturer. Then, they buy the body from another company like Walter Alexander. This allows for different designs and features.
Chassis Used with Alexander PS
The Alexander PS body was very flexible. It could be fitted onto different types of bus "chassis." A chassis is like the frame and engine of a vehicle. It's similar to how a car has a frame before the body is put on. This bus body was used with several popular chassis models, including:
- The Dennis Lance
- The Leyland Lynx
- The Mercedes-Benz O405
- The Scania N113
- The Volvo B10M
- The Iveco Turbocity
This flexibility meant that many different bus companies could use the Alexander PS body. It became a common sight on roads in the UK and other countries.
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Images for kids
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An Alexander PS-type bodied Volvo B10M run by First South Yorkshire.
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A Yorkshire Traction Alexander PS-type bodied Scania N113.
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An Alexander PS-type bodied Dennis Lance run by Kowloon Motor Bus.
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An SBS Transit Scania N113 with non-AC Alexander PS-type bodywork.
