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Thomas Built Buses Minotour Propane

TBB-Mino Propane

 

Propane is the world’s most popular clean-burning alternative fuel. In North America we have an abundant domestic supply. And it’s 40% less expensive than a gallon of gasoline or diesel on a btu basis. So it just makes sense to consider propane for school bus fleets. Setting up the infrastructure is an easy and relatively low-cost proposition.

 

PROPANE-FUELED VEHICLES PERFORM.

 

You can expect exceptional power and quiet operation from your Thomas Built Buses propane-fueled Minotour® bus. The fully-integrated fuel system is also backed by GM’s warranty and service network. And this Minotour bus is available with popular options like a wheelchair lift and air conditioning.

FAST FACTS

  • Seating Capacity: Up to 30
  • Wheelbase: 159″
  • GVWR: 14,200 lbs.
  • Transmission: 6-speed automatic
  • Engine: GM 6.0L LPG with liquid propane injection system
  • Power: 332 hp @ 4700 rpm
  • Torque – 370 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
  • Warranty: 5-year/100,000-mile transferable powertrain limited warranty and 3-year/36,000-mile limited bumper-to-bumper warranty
  • Fuel Tank: 3-tank system, estimated 315 mile maximum range; gas gallon equivalent of 35 gallons

 

PROPANE AUTOGAS BENEFITS

  • CARB-certified and exceeds EPA 2010 emissions requirements
  • Abundant domestic supply of propane. More than 90% of the US’s propane autogas is produced in the U.S.
  • Propane autogas is the most widely used alternative fuel in the world
  • Up to 40% less expensive than a gallon of gasoline on a btu basis
  • Green, clean-burning alternative fuel with 20% less NOx and 12% less CO2 than gasoline
  • Fully-integrated fuel system
  • Horsepower and torque ratings result in exceptional power performance
  • Quiet and smooth drive
  • Easy and relatively low-cost fueling setup at fleet location

 

PROPANE AUTOGAS SAFETY FEATURES

  • Tanks are 20 times more puncture resistant than gasoline or diesel tanks
  • Low working pressure of 150-250 psi
  • Narrow flammability range
  • Non-toxic, non-poisonous and insoluble in water
  • Tanks are located between the frame rails with a safety cage