Seating diagram on a 45-seat bus. Buses. Layout and numbering of seats on buses

In modern bus fleets you can find a huge number of modifications of buses, differing not only in the number of seats, but also in their layout in the cabin. There is no single scheme common to all manufacturers. And not only manufacturing companies, but also the carriers themselves can re-equip the cabin at their discretion. Therefore, even equipment of the same brand and year of manufacture may have a different number of seats and their numbering.

The only requirement for such actions is not to violate established safety rules.

You can see the most common seating arrangements in long-distance buses in the photo:

Location of seats in various modifications of PAZ buses

The total capacity of the PAZ-32053 modification is 41 passengers, seating capacity is 25. The numbering in the cabin is very confusing. The first three seats, located to the right of the driver and facing the passenger compartment, have numbers 23, 24, 25. Next on the left are numbers 5 and 6, located parallel to the axis of the cabin, and only after them on the left side are seats 1, 2, 3, 4. The right row starts with numbers 21, 22. Other options are possible.

The PAZ 4234 model belongs to the small class bus equipment. It has 25 seats and an additional 18 passengers can ride standing.

The photo of the layout of the seats inside the bus shows that all seats, except the rear one on the right, are located in the direction of travel of the car. In the modification, which has 30 passenger seats, there are three combined seats in front facing the interior of the cabin. In the latter case, the numbers of the first three seats are 30, 1, 2. Seats 3 and 4 are located in the row on the left. Further, all numbers follow in order.

In the VECTOR NEXT groove, depending on the purpose (urban/suburban), several options for completing the internal space are provided.

Seats can be 17, 21, 25.

Bus Gazelle Next | GAZelle NEXT club

The Gazelle Next minibus based on an all-metal van is designed to accommodate 16 seats. The new generation of Next buses is maximally adapted to ensure that passengers experience comfort and complete safety.

The bus is designed for increased convenience when entering and exiting the cabin; for this, the manufacturers laid down several points:

• the salon is equipped with a high ceiling of 1.90 m;
• high side door;
• there is a low step at the entrance;
• ergonomically located seats with seat belts;
• LED lighting;
• panoramic glazing system.

In summer, the temperature in the cabin is maintained by air conditioning, and in winter by a heating system of 3 units. The power elements of the car in the body, which may be subject to deformation during transportation, were equipped with increased rigidity. The body of the Next bus is galvanized steel, some elements were replaced with high-strength plastic. Thanks to these materials, Gazelle is protected from corrosion and functionality is increased.

The Next generation of Gazelles has been improved with new technologies, which have a positive effect during operation:

• use of Atsumitec Toyota Tsusho remote drive;
• 80-liter plastic fuel tank;
• The rear suspension was equipped with Mango shock absorbers and updated springs;
• The frame is equipped with upper and lower reinforcements.

Updating and introducing new technologies allows the Gazelle Next to drive smoothly on roads with any surface, while the driver and passengers feel calm and comfortable. The new van was created using old developments that have confirmed their reliability. For example, the new Next Gazelles use a chassis from a similar model produced in 2013. To make it easy to control the van, the following systems were used:

• The driver's seat is adjustable in 5 positions;
• The driver's cabin is cozy and spacious;
• The brake is designed for twice the power;
• Steering system is rack and pinion;
• The front suspension is independent wishbone.

The engines in the new Gazelles will be diesel and gasoline: Cummins ISF 2.8 and Evotech 2.7, which were previously used in the Next family.

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Technical characteristics

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Price

To buy a GAZelle NEXT, find an official GAZ dealer in your city, on our website you can do this on the GAZ dealers page

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Seat layouts for KAvZ buses

KAvZ brand buses belong to the middle class equipment used on suburban and intercity routes. The number of passenger seats is 31, the total capacity is 54 people.

All seats are located along the direction of the cabin. The numbers start from the first row, on the right side, with the seat located near the aisle.

The KAvZ 4238 equipment has, depending on the modification, 34, 35 or 39 seats. Numbering is standard. Models are used for suburban and intercity routes, as well as school cars.

Classification of buses by capacity

An important criterion for classifying the rolling stock of buses is the number of seats provided:

1. Small-capacity buses of 1 group. These include minibuses that can accommodate no more than 11 passengers. They are presented which include vehicles of such brands as Gazelle, Mercedes, Hyundai and others.
2. Small capacity buses 2 groups. They are designed for a maximum of 26 passengers. These vehicles are intended for general purpose.
3. Medium capacity buses. This type can accommodate up to 34 people in its cabin. These buses are characterized by general purpose vehicles with reclining soft seats.
4. Large capacity buses. They can carry up to 45 passengers at a time. The most famous vehicles of this type are the Hungarian Ikarus. If long tourist and excursion trips are expected, preference is given to the brands “Bova”, “DAF”, “MAN”, “Mercedes”, “Neoplan”, “Skania”, “Setra”, “Volvo”, “Vanhool” and others.
5. Buses with particularly large capacity. This type can accommodate up to 80 passengers.

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Seat arrangement options for Hyundai buses

Hyundai Universe large-capacity tourist buses have 43 or 47 passenger seats, separated from the driver's seat by a solid partition. There is a guide chair to the right of the driver. The numbers start from the left seat of the first row.

You can choose a passenger bus for city, suburban, intercity routes with the required interior layout. Most models are in stock.

So, you are probably wondering - what kind of buses are these on which you will make your wonderful trips to different cities and countries? These are cars specially designed for tourism, which are produced by a variety of companies. You certainly know some, for example, Mercedes, Neoplan, but most companies that produce tourist buses (Van-Hool, Setra) are usually little known among people not involved in the tourism business, but at the same time, these are in their field.

Moving away from stereotypes and big names, let's find out what buses exist for tourist trips? First of all, they can be divided into one-story, one-and-a-half and two-story. Decent companies that care about their clients use only one-and-a-half and double-decker buses, which are considered the most convenient for tourist purposes.

Differences between one and a half and double decker buses

The difference between these buses is that in a one-and-a-half-decker bus the floor with passengers is raised relative to the level of the drivers and is the only passenger floor, while on a 2-decker bus there is a first floor where passengers can also sit. Now let's move on to the interior of the bus. It is quite standard, although it may differ in some not very significant details. The seats are always positioned the same way, as shown in the photo, only the distance between them differs.

Interior of a modern bus

It depends on the class of the bus - the more stars, the greater the distance between the seats and the fewer seats there are. But in any case, there is enough space, in addition, you can always recline the back, or move the seats apart from each other. As for the number of seats on the bus, depending on the manufacturer, the number of seats varies slightly, but on average for a one and a half bus it is 42 seats, and for a two-story - 62 seats. There are also seats on the buses with a table, depending on the type of bus there may be a different number of them.

In addition to external data and the number of seats, buses differ in equipment, i.e. the presence of an acoustic system (music), a video system (set: color monitors suspended from the ceiling, usually 2, 3 or 4, and a VCR), air conditioning, bio-toilet (although the toilet is always present).

This is what TVs look like now in the salon

And finally, it is worth adding that the undoubted advantages of tourist buses include the luggage compartment, which can accommodate a very large amount of a wide variety of luggage.

So, this is the main thing that can be said about the buses that travel companies offer.

When buying tickets, regulars of bus tours first of all pay attention to the location of the seats. Why is it important? Let's explain with an example.

Imagine that you have been planning your trip for a long time, thought through the route, and chose what you thought was a good place - with an excellent view, in the middle of the bus, not far from the door. And then it turned out that it was almost the only one that did not fold out. Everything would be fine, but only when the passengers in front reclined their seats did you find yourself squeezed on both sides. As a result, what was dreamed of as a wonderful journey turned into torture.

We will tell you in the article about all the nuances that you need to take into account when choosing a seat on the bus in order to avoid getting into a similar situation.

Safety on the move!

Daimler AG pays special attention to safety. It was on the Setra S 531 DT that Active Brake Assist 4 and Sideguard Assist celebrated their world premiere last year.

The ramp extends at the touch of a button

Luggage compartment with tools and spare tire

The long-range radar Active Brake Assist 4 detects vehicles and obstacles in a straight line in front of the bus at a distance of up to 250 m, sees cyclists and motorcyclists already at 160 meters, and recognizes pedestrians already at a distance of up to 80 m. The maximum beam angle is 18º.

The short-range radar has a range of 70 m and a beam angle of 120º, which allows it to detect objects on the sides. It should be taken into account that the viewing range depends on the terrain, road course, and weather conditions. The system's automatic warning and braking reactions to stationary and large moving objects are triggered at speeds of up to 100 km/h, and the system responds to the detection of pedestrians in the trajectory zone at speeds of up to 50 km/h.

The driver can override the system as needed, for example by steering, pushing or emergency braking. But if the driver does not brake hard enough, Active Brake Assist 4 will automatically apply the brakes.

Large steering angle and steering axle provide a small (no more than 12.2 m) turning radius

Long distance buses - good and different

If you think that knowing the seat number is enough to understand how comfortable it is, you are deeply mistaken. The fleet of modern long-distance buses (LDBs) is so diverse that until you see the layout of the interior, it is premature to draw conclusions.

For example, you got seat number 14. In a tourist MAN with 59 seats, this is the beginning of the cabin, 4th row; but in the cabin of the same model with 45 seats, seat No. 14 is located in front of the door and, most likely, does not recline. In a 20-seater Mercedes, the same number 14 is located on the left by the window at the end of the cabin, and in a 45-seater it is on the right by the aisle, 4th row. And a lot of such examples can be given.

Even the typical diagram of a specific model is not always accurate, since the carrier has the right to make design changes - add a bathroom, a kitchen, remove some of the seats (for example, the back row), and equip a sleeping or cargo compartment.

How to transport tourists: rules

Bus tour companies must be aware of the rules for transporting tourists to ensure their safety.

For a bus tour it is necessary to develop a program. It includes the route, schedule of movement and stops, places to stay overnight, and road documentation.

An accompanying person is assigned to a group of tourists on a bus tour. His responsibilities include monitoring the implementation of the compiled excursion program. He resolves organizational issues related to border crossing and customs control, accommodation of tourists in hotels, and interacts with the driver and guide.

Particular attention is paid to organizing bus tours with children:

• Transportation of children is carried out only during daylight hours. Traffic is prohibited from 23 to 7 o'clock.
• Trips longer than 16 hours require 2 drivers.
• Drivers with more than 3 years of experience, who have a category D license and who have not violated traffic rules for several years are allowed to transport children.

Site selection criteria

As we know, there is no dispute about tastes, so everyone may have their own criteria for choosing a convenient place. Experienced tourists recommend first of all taking into account such parameters as:

• safety;
• arrangement of seats in relation to the door;
• cabin segment (beginning, middle, end).

Let's look at them in more detail.

Dangerous and safe

Reports of road incidents involving ADF appear with alarming frequency, making it every traveller's No. 1 priority to reach their destination in one piece.

What places are potentially dangerous?

• First row, especially to the right of the aisle. In a head-on collision, they are the first to be hit.
• The last row may be damaged if the impact comes from behind. In addition, during sudden braking, rear row passengers have a higher risk of injury by flying into the aisle.
• Armchairs by the window on the left side of the cabin. We drive on the right side, so this side of the bus is always turned towards the flow of traffic.

The safest seats on a long-distance bus are as follows.

• In the middle of the cabin on the right side. But even in this relatively safe zone, it is better to sit not by the window, but near the aisle.
• The seats are immediately behind the driver. It is believed that the driver, instinctively avoiding danger, removes this zone from the impact, and, on the contrary, exposes the right side.

“Insidious” – next to the door

Places located in close proximity to the door are especially “tricky”.

If they are behind it, in winter and autumn, this is a zone of cold air currents that hit passengers every time the door opens. By the way, in summer the influx of fresh air can rather be considered a plus.

If the seats are on the right side in front of the door in the middle of the cabin, they do not recline. This is designed so as not to interfere with people getting off at stops. Typically, such seats are cheaper, but passengers do not always fully understand the reason for the bonus.

The area next to the door is not without its merits. You will be the first to get off the bus at the parking lot, which means you will get to the buffet, toilet, or just have time to smoke faster.

Disadvantages of the back rows

Few people like the last row in the ADF. And there is good reason for this.

• It shakes more violently here, and people with seasickness get seasick.
• The backs of the seats do not recline, which means there is no opportunity to relax or take a nap.
• If you use a general air conditioner rather than a climate control system to cool the air, it blows strongly from behind.
• If there is only one TV, you cannot see or hear it from the back row. The same goes for a guide during an excursion.

Some tour operators usually sell two tickets for the last row of 5 seats. Then their owners will have the opportunity not only to sit down, but also to lie down fully.

If a collision is inevitable...

The first sign of an approaching disaster is that you begin to move towards the side of the road or the oncoming lane. First of all, you need to call out to the driver to see if he has fallen asleep. This is not uncommon on a long-distance bus. If not, it means he already sees the threat and is trying to avoid it. In the remaining seconds, you need to have time to group and take the safest position.

Lean forward slightly and rest your arms, barely bent at the elbows, on the back of the front seat. Tilt your head towards your hands as close as possible. Straighten your legs and place them on the floor, being careful not to tuck them too much under the front seat. It is in this position that you have the best chance of surviving without serious injury.

If the bus “remained on its feet” and remained operational, consider that you got off with a slight fright. If it lies on its side or roof, the most interesting is yet to come. A fire can break out at any moment and in a matter of minutes the salon will turn into ashes. There is no need to succumb to general panic and break into a blocked door, creating a crush.

Remember at the very beginning we inspected emergency exits and hatches? Now is the time to do them. If they don’t give in, you need to break the glass. Just don’t try to do it with your foot or, especially, with your hand, as they do in the movies. At best, you will waste your time, at worst, you will get injured.

If the accident was really serious (and, judging by the layouts, it is), then when you look around, you will find pieces of handrails, fragments of racks or other weighty metal objects. Use them to hit the glass, having previously closed your eyes.

Help the wounded get out, move to a distance out of reach in case of an explosion, and wait for rescuers. And keep in mind, your trip could have ended much worse if you didn’t know which seats on the bus are the safest...

Unfortunately, there is no uniform standard for numbering seats on buses. Based on the results of a survey of Novosibirsk carriers, it turned out that 6 different methods of numbering seats in the cabin are used. Even one carrier may have buses with different numbering systems. Below are examples of numbering that we found on the Internet and combined into a single picture.

The problem is aggravated by the fact that different brands and models of buses have different seating arrangements and in most cases it is impossible to predict in advance which bus will go on a trip. According to the agreement with the bus station, the carrier is obliged to put on the route a bus of a certain capacity and type (for example, 42 soft seats). But the bus model becomes known only shortly before departure. Thus, even if you have the correct seat maps in hand, it is impossible to indicate the one you need, since the make and model of the bus are unknown in advance.

Having comprehensively analyzed the task, we came to the conclusion that we were not able to implement it with a satisfactory result. We are aware that some competing sites provide a seating chart. We also know that this led to scandals, since the information provided in fact turned out to be unreliable.

Bus tours are very popular today, and more and more people prefer the romance of traveling in comfortable long-distance buses to air travel. This type of transport has a number of features compared to the usual city buses and minibuses. First of all, tourist buses are equipped with comfortable soft seats with armrests. In addition, the ADS has the ability to transport oversized cargo; for this purpose, there are special compartments under the floor and shelves located in the cabin. There are also buses equipped with chemical toilets, water dispensers, refrigerators and much more.

All these factors must be taken into account if you are planning a long bus trip. And of course, you need to choose the optimal and safest location in the ADS, especially considering that the seat is “assigned” to the passenger until the end of the trip and cannot be changed. Based on this, it will be useful to know the location of the seats on the bus, the layout of which may differ. And think: maybe you should inquire about the availability of free seats on a long-distance train so that the trip brings only positive emotions.

Location of seats on buses

In the bus fleets of travel companies you can find a huge number of a wide variety of regular buses, differing in modification. A unified numbering of seats on a long-distance bus, the scheme of which would be the only one, has not yet been invented and today different carriers have the right to equip ADS at their own discretion. Moreover, even buses of the same brand, same year of manufacture and upholstery color can have a different number of seats. Therefore, to the question “How many seats are there on the bus?” We can only give an approximate answer.

For example, if we take a MAN tourist bus, the layout of seats on it may differ significantly. In a standard model there will be 59 of them, with the numbering starting from the first right seat. And if you drive a MAN Lion's Coach R 08, designed for 49 passengers, then the first seat will be in the second row on the right. The front two seats will have numbers 46 and 47. As you can see, even the brand of ADS depends on where you will sit.

The same applies to other brands of buses. For example, in a small standard Mercedes 22360C there are 20 seats, and they are numbered generally chaotically, namely: two seats located next to the driver are numbered 19 and 20, behind the bus driver there are 1 and 2 seats, and then the numbering of seats on the bus goes to the right - left. But, if you transfer to a Mercedes-Benz 0303, designed for 45 passengers, then the seats will be numbered from left to right.

As you can see, the layout of seats on long-distance buses may differ depending on the ADS model. But this is not the only nuance; the carrier can also make design changes by adding service space, a dry closet and much more. In this case, the scheme will undergo changes again.

Therefore, before purchasing a ticket, it would be a good idea to check with a specific carrier about the location of the seats.

Let us give as an example several seat layouts for buses most commonly used in Russia.

The presented diagrams are taken from the website of the State Unitary Enterprise SO "Sverdlovsk Regional Association of Passenger Motor Transport". On this same site you can find diagrams of other buses.

But in addition to your convenience, you also need to take into account safety; the choice of the right place also depends on this parameter.

Where is the safest place to sit on a long-distance bus?

Since news reports are full of accidents involving tourist buses, you should carefully choose the area in which you plan to sit.

In order to choose the safest seats on a long-distance bus, you must consider the following recommendations:

• As when driving a car, the safest place is considered to be the seat located immediately behind the driver's seat. This is explained by the fact that in an unforeseen situation the driver, on a subconscious level, tries to evade danger in order to protect his life. Accordingly, the opposite side of the vehicle most often comes under attack.
• The best seats on a long-distance bus are located in the center of the cabin. In the event of a head-on collision or impact that may occur at the rear of the bus, this area will remain the most undamaged.
• After finding out from the carrier how the seats on the bus are located, try to give preference to the seats installed on the right side of the cabin (near the aisle).

This applies to preferred zones in a vehicle. But recommendations about the most dangerous chairs will be no less useful.

Where is it better not to take the bus?

There are places in the ADS that experienced tourists prefer to avoid, namely:

• Last seats. A lot of fumes accumulate in this area, and after just a few hours of driving like this, you risk getting poisoned by exhaust fumes. In addition, in the back of the bus you get more motion sickness, and with sharp braking the ADS can fly into the aisle.
• First row (near the door or driver). In a frontal collision, this area is most often affected, so even despite good visibility, it is better to avoid this arrangement.

When communicating with your travel agent, make sure the seats do not recline. Decent carriers prefer not to sell tickets for such seats at all, using them for other purposes, but there are those who will not miss the profit. Usually such places are located at the end of the ADS, as well as before the exit in the middle of the cabin.

Take into account the time of year in which you are planning your tourist trip. In winter, it is better not to sit immediately outside the exit, so as not to suffer from cold air currents. And if you prefer to get off first at stops to drink hot tea, then it is better to sit down before the exit. This is usually the warmest place.

In custody

As you can see, the seat arrangement on a long-distance bus is very important, but to find out the exact layout, it is best to go to the travel agent's office and ask for a detailed seat plan. Be careful when buying the cheapest tickets, as they are often sold to the most inconvenient and unsafe seats.

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Equipment for the Mercedes Sprinter passenger car

Car interior diagram

Depending on the vehicles that are used for conversion into vehicles for transporting passengers, the InvestAvto special vehicles plant offers the following interior layout options.

Note:

The number of seats is the seats in the cabin + the seats next to the driver (in the cabin) + the driver's seat. Seat dimensions:

Length: 540 mm Width: 410 mm Depth: 410 mm

Foreign cars

Options for car interior layout for transporting passengers on a L4 length base (long wheelbase with an increased rear overhang).

Mercedes Sprinter base car

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Features of choosing a seat on a double-decker bus

A travel agency may offer you a trip on a double-decker bus. This vehicle has a different seat layout and its own characteristics.

To decide which is best for you, study the pros and cons of each floor.

Advantages of the first floor:

• spacious interior;
• there are fewer people than at the top;
• comfortable tables;
• Nearby there is a bathroom, kitchen, water cooler, refrigerator.

Of the minuses

The cabin is located low in relation to the road, so you won’t be able to admire the panoramic views.

Be prepared for drivers to continue chatting in the evening, and perhaps listen to music or watch a movie.

Advantages of the second floor

• magnificent panoramic view;
• Quiet in the evening, because the drivers are below.

There are also disadvantages

It is more cramped here than on the first floor, which will be especially felt by tall and obese passengers.

Be prepared to descend each time to use the facilities or during stops. The second floor is not for people with disabilities.

And instead of a conclusion. Having chosen a place you like, make sure that it is officially indicated in the voucher (everything is clear with the ticket), otherwise it will turn out like in that joke - whoever gets up first gets the slippers.

Excursion tourism seems to be specially designed for bus tours. Today this type of travel is becoming increasingly popular. Comfortable long-distance buses allow you to enjoy the pleasure of learning new things while traveling. This type of transport is significantly different from city buses.

Long-distance buses are equipped with special soft seats with reclining backrests and armrests. They have a cavity for carrying passenger cargo, including shelves above the seats and a large space under the floor of the bus interior. The cabin itself may have not only a chemical toilet, but also a dispenser with cold and hot water, a mini-fridge, a TV screen and other devices to make the trip comfortable.

When choosing a bus for a long excursion tour, you need to take into account all these features and ask in advance how comfortable you will be on the road. Another important point is the safe location in the ADS cabin. When purchasing a ticket, the seats belong to the passengers in the same way as on the train, so they cannot be changed in the future. Seating layouts vary between buses.

Long-distance buses are a popular type of transport, so many different modifications of such vehicles are produced. In addition, the carrier has the right to independently equip the ADS cabin at its own discretion. Therefore, even buses produced at the same plant at the same time may differ in both the number of seats and their location.

In particular, the standard MAN tourist bus is designed to accommodate 59 seats, and the numbering starts from the first seat and from the right row. However, the MAN Lion's Coach R 08 modification has only 49 seats, while number one has a seat in the second row on the right. The first seats from the door are not numbered, as a result of which the last ones receive numbers 47 and 49.

The location of the seats on the MAN Lions Coach R 08 bus. The location of the seats on the MAN bus.

Such differences can be found in buses of all brands. For example, the small Mercedes 22360C is designed for 20 seats, and the numbering order is confused. The first seats 1 and 2 are located behind the driver, and the seats next to him are numbered 19 and 20. Further rows are numbered from right to left. Another bus from the same manufacturer, Mersedes-Benz 0303, is numbered from left to right and can accommodate 45 seated passengers.

Seat arrangement in Seat arrangement in the Mercedes-Benz bus 0303

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The carrier can also change the arrangement of seats and equipment of the bus, for example, remove several seats, add a dry closet, or make room for office space. Depending on such innovations, the number and sometimes the location of passenger seats will change. Therefore, when buying a ticket, you need to carefully study the actual bus layout by asking the carrier for it.

Types of buses

The main feature of long-distance intercity buses is their increased comfort for transporting passengers, compared to intracity routes. Modern intercity buses, depending on the brand of vehicle, differ in their design and arrangement of seats for passengers. But the common characteristics for all of them are:

• lack of standing places, as in city buses. All passengers must take their seats, and the passage through the bus interior always remains free for movement;
• one or two exits are provided;
• under the passenger compartment there is a large luggage compartment for bags and suitcases;
• above each passenger seat in the cabin there is a special shelf for hand luggage;
• usually passenger seats have armrests for greater comfort;
• the seat backs can be reclined (especially important for long-distance flights at night, when passengers sleep on the road).

Not on all buses, but often in front of each passenger on the back of the neighbor in front there is a folding table or a pocket for things. There must be an individual lamp (flashlight) and ventilation (air conditioning) above the tourist’s head.

To brighten up a long trip and when the views outside the window are pretty boring, a TV with video equipment for watching movies and programs can be installed in the cabin. Buses of travel agencies, which require the presence of a guide, must be equipped with a microphone or loudspeaker for conducting excursions without leaving the bus.

In addition, there are luxury intercity buses with greater comfort: the interior is equipped with a bathroom, a refrigerator, heated water for hot drinks, and a wardrobe. There are also models of long-distance buses with sleeping passenger seats.

Where is the safest place to sit on a long-distance bus?

Traffic safety is not the same for passengers occupying different seats on the bus. The same thing happens in passenger cars, where the safest place is considered to be behind the driver, and the most at risk is next to him. When purchasing tickets for ADS, you should look for a ticket for a seat located in the most secure area of ​​the bus.

Here are some bus safety guidelines:

• The safest place is right behind the driver's seat. It is believed that when danger arises, the driver will subconsciously try to protect himself; accordingly, the opposite side comes under attack the fastest.
• The most comfortable and quiet places with a good level of safety are located in the center of the cabin. This zone remains the most intact both in a head-on impact and in a rear-end collision. Even in the case of a side collision, the impact can hit the rear, bypassing the middle.
• Seats on the right side of the aisle, rather than by the window, are considered safer than those on the left.

It is also useful to inquire about the safety of the passenger seats themselves. The safety rules in the cabin of an airplane also apply to a bus: do not walk around the cabin while moving, especially during maneuvers; in case of shaking or a dangerous situation, you must lean forward and hide your head on your knees.

Where is it better not to take the bus?

This information has not been confirmed by special scientific studies, but there are several types of seats where passengers really don’t like to sit:

• The last row of seats is notorious. This prejudice is quite logical, since the smell of burning and exhaust fumes is stronger here. The tail of the cabin moves more from side to side when moving and turning, and here there is more motion sickness. If you brake hard, you can fall into the aisle.
• The first row from the entrance and immediately behind the driver is also not popular. In a frontal impact, this part of the interior suffers the most.

When choosing a ticket, you should ask whether the seats recline. There may also be places in the cabin where the backrest does not move. A conscientious carrier will not sell them, but you should not hope for this; it is better to check in advance and ask the travel agent carefully. Most often, such seats are installed on the unloved last row or next to the door in the middle of the bus. The place next to the entrance has a number of features. In particular, it is coldest there in winter, but it is easy to get off first at any stop.

Results

If you are planning a long trip on a tourist bus, it is better to worry about the most comfortable and safe places in advance. After all, you will spend most of the time of the entire trip on the bus, possibly even overnight.

So that it doesn’t come as a surprise at night, after a hard, busy day, that your chair won’t recline or you’ll get rocked, or you’ll get wind from the air conditioner or from the door, choose your seats wisely. As it has already turned out, it will not be possible to predict the position of the seat by the number, because depending on the brand of the bus and the number of seats, the same number may end up at different ends of the bus.

Some luxury buses are additionally equipped with a bathroom right in the cabin (without the need to make stops), have a kitchen, TV, water heater and refrigerator.

In addition to comfort, you should also pay attention to safer places in the cabin in case of an unexpected accident. It is impossible to predict this, but it is within your power to play it safe. Give preference to seats in the middle of the cabin, on the right side and closer to the aisle. Also safer will be the seats immediately behind the cab/driver's seat. It is believed that during an accident, the driver instinctively dodges a frontal impact, but this may result in a blow to the side of the bus.

It is better to be responsible when choosing a place for a long trip, so that you have maximum positive emotions, even with a long trip on the bus.

Important

When purchasing tickets, the details of seating in the cabin are not indicated. You can find out all the details about a particular bus from a travel agent, and for a conversation it is better to come to the company’s office in person. There they will be able to show you exact bus diagrams, seat layout plans, and tell you about what they would prefer to keep silent about when placing an order online.

The Setra bus is the brainchild of the German company Setra Omnibusse from the city of Ulm. The company produces tourist, intercity and city buses of varying degrees of capacity and comfort. All of them are equipped with diesel engines from Daimler-Benz AG, located in the rear compartment of the body.

Company history and brand features

The history of SETRA buses dates back to 1911. The company was founded by Karl Kassbohrer, which was reflected in the design of the cars: until 1983, a large metal letter “K” was displayed in the center of the radiator grille. It is still present, but made of plastic, shifted to the right and located under the SETRA inscription.

The brand name SETRA is an abbreviation; this is how the main design feature of these buses is encrypted. Their body is self-supporting - SelbstRAgende, with a welded frame made of metal angles. The first model of this design, SETRA S8, appeared on German roads in 1951.

The layout of the power units was made according to a “pushing” scheme - the engine is in the aft compartment. It did not change in subsequent years, except in those cases when the vehicle body was made of a composite one - the SG series of articulated city buses. Since 1994, the company has been part of the Daimler AG concern.

In the European ranking table, the SETRA brand is among the top ten manufacturers of luxury tourist and intercity models. However, the range of cars it produces is much wider. It also includes medium-comfort intercity buses (MD series), as well as regular buses operating on municipal routes - SL series.

Tall Brothers

For Kässbohrer Fahrzeugwerke, the production of double-decker buses was not a priority. Moreover, she started releasing them quite late. The company made its first experience in 1979, releasing the Setra SG 221 HDS articulated tourist prototype. In fact, it was a high-deck liner, but with one important feature: the driver’s and tour guide’s cabin was located under the top floor. The car was used for advertising and entertainment needs, but two years later the production version of the Setra S 228 DT was presented using the same design (underfloor cabin). The first full-fledged two-story S 216 HDS began to be produced in 1988, and 4 years later it was accompanied by the S 328 DT model. The S 300 generation set the first record for a double-decker tourer in the series: 10 years unchanged. The second record belongs to the S 431 DT, which debuted in 2002 and was discontinued only this year. In total, by 2014, 2,500 Setra double-decker airliners had been produced.

Setra S 431 DT, 2002

Setra S 228/3 DT, 1981

Setra SG 221 HDS, 1979

Setra S 328 DT, 1992

Setra S 216/3 HDS, 1988

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The “200th” series is the constructive foundation of the brand

In 1976, Setra Omnibusse began mass production of “200 series” buses, the design and most of the design solutions of which form the basis of today’s model range. Externally, the cars were distinguished by the shape of the front end and a solid windshield. They were equipped with disc brakes and air suspension. The body with a welded spatial frame remains a signature feature of the brand.

The basis of the model range was the S200 model, presented in 1972 at the Geneva Motor Show. The car had a revolutionary one-and-a-half-story design, which made it possible to provide passengers with special comfortable options during a long journey. On its basis, the SETRA S215 HD models were built, as well as all cars with model indices HDH and HDS.

The “two hundred” edition consisted of the following set of models:

• S208, S209 – small-sized machines for local lines.
• S211, S212 – city buses.
• S213 and S215 are intercity and tourist models.

Series 400 and 500

The production of all models of the “200th” series was discontinued in 1997. It was replaced first by the “three hundredth”, and then by the 400 and 500 series.

• Buses of the 500 series are luxury tourist vehicles. They are divided into two classes: Top and Comfort. Among the first, there are not only traditional one-and-a-half-story (HDH index), but also two-story (DT). Representatives of the Comfort type are also divided into two subclasses - HD and MD, differing in height due to the size of the luggage compartment.
• Series 400 belongs to the Multi class. These are urban (type UL) and intercity one-and-a-half-story representatives of the brand of medium comfort (type H). SETRA Multiclass S415 cars are medium in passenger capacity and therefore the most common. They have 15 rows of seats and 53 seats.

The seat layout of the 400 model is shown in the figure below.

Dimensions and number of seats in the new buses:

Everyday life

Two facts indicate how complex and unique this product is: in total, only 30 companies produce them (fewer than electric buses), and the total fleet of double-decker airliners is estimated at around 50 thousand units. The number of manufacturers has not changed for 50 years. China has taken the place of outgoing producers from the UK and African countries. In the socialist camp, only Hungary and the GDR produced double-decker cars.

Most double-decker buses are used on urban routes. The largest increase in double deckers occurred in the excursion and recreational transportation segment.

In different countries, there are legal restrictions on the release of double-decker buses on the line: a ban on transporting children on the second floor, operation at night, or operation on regular intercity routes. This was the case, for example, in Europe, where until 2013, double-deckers were not issued for intercity travel at all - only for tourist one-day trips. In the secondary market, double-decker buses are not a highly liquid product. Operators are more willing to take lighter, high-floor buses, since there are more than enough offers. They are pushed to this by the specifics of the roads and axial restrictions, because such buses weigh 18 tons in their lightest form, and the weight of tourist liners with a 6x2 wheel arrangement reaches 28 tons! In addition, there are under-bridge and tunnel dimensions, which are found not only in the historical buildings of cities and transit settlements, but also on highways.