Optare Electric Vehicles

EMBRACING THE ENVIRONMENT

Optare fully electric buses offer a proven solution for improving
air quality in our towns and cities. Our lightweight, fully electric
vehicle range is the perfect choice for both reducing fuel costs
and emissions.

Zero emissions No compromise on Lower running and

Electric buses have zero tailpipe emissions
and help to reduce overall pollution levels,
particularly in congested city centres
where air pollution has been directly
related to severe health problems.
The Optare zero emissions, fully electric
vehicles are currently available in Solo,
Metrocity, Metrodecker or Versa models.
passenger capacity
The Optare electric vehicle range boasts
the same lightweight design as our other
vehicles, with passenger capacity similar
or equivalent to that of our diesel vehicles
dependent on specification requirements.
There is a choice of model and layout
options to suit a variety of applications
including urban, school bus, airport, shuttle
and park and ride services.
maintenance costs
Fuel costs account for the majority of the
cost of transportation.
With recharging costs approximately
three times less than that of a diesel
equivalent an Optare electric vehicle is
more cost effective to operate than a
diesel or hybrid equivalent.
Maintenance free batteries also reduce the
servicing time and costs associated with
the vehicle over its lifetime.
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Extended range Energy saving technology

Optare electric buses can complete a Regenerative braking means that most of the An extensive choice of
whole day of service without the need energy which would otherwise have been lost electric vehicle options
for opportunity charging.* when the vehicle is decelerating is sent back
Solo
to the batteries that power the vehicle.
Fast charging allows vehicles to be §§ 9.2m / 9.9m
fully charged in approximately 3 hours Our EcoDrive management system allows
§§ Up to 36 seated passengers
and opportunity charging can be under- driving styles to be monitored, providing
§§ Total up to 58 passengers
taken through the day where there is a drivers with the information they need
requirement to further extend the range. to achieve optimum efficiency in service.
Metrocity
*based on daily average UK bus mileage
§§ 10.1m / 10.8m/11.5m
of 126 miles.
§§ Up to 44 seated passengers
§§ Total up to 60 passengers

Versa
§§ 11.7 m
§§ Up to 44 seated passengers
§§ Total up to 60 passengers

This document reflects the standard base models only. Metrodecker

A wide range of alternative seating configurations and
§§ 10.5m
optional equipment can be accommodated. Please contact
us for further information. §§ Up to 63 seated passengers
Optare Group Ltd reserve the right to alter this specification §§ Total up to 96 passengers
without notice. Document reference: 201810EV
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Going further to make zero

emission journeys a reality

Specifications

SINGLE DECK DOUBLE DECK DRIVE SYSTEM COOLING

§ Power 220kW § Power 250kW § Cooling system fully integrated with

§ Max Torque 3168Nm
§ Driveline : Conventional beam axle,
permenant magnetic motors and reduction
gear box.
§ Forecast range approx 150 miles+
(240Km+) in winter with electric heating.
190 miles maximum.
§ Max Torque 22000Nm
§ Driveline: ZF AVE 130 hub motor axle
§ Forecast range on a single charge,
dependent on duty cycle and
equipment options: 150+ miles
(240km) in winter with electric
heating/chill.
battery pack
SERVICEABILITY
§ Drive motor, charger and
batterypacks fitted to demountable
frame. Services fitted with “no-loss”
couplings for rapid removal.
HEATING OPTIONS

§ 44kW integrated on-board charger §§ 44kW integrated on-board charger § Electric heating with vehicle pre-heat
connects to standard commercial three connects to standard commercial as standard.
phase supply.Charge time approx 5 hours three phase supply. Charge time
from zero to full. approx 6 hours from zero to full.

§ 100kW remote fast charger delivering §§ 100kW remote fast charger

88kW. Charge time approx 3 hours. delivering 88kW. Charge time
approx 3 hours.

Centralised, fully multiplexed electrical system for quick, easy fault finding
through diagnostics facility. Voltage 24 volt.

Batteries 2 x 12 volt 105 amp hour, maintenance free.

Optare Group Ltd

Hurricane Way South, Sherburn in Elmet Call Optare Sales
Leeds, North Yorkshire, LS25 6PT, United Kingdom +44 (0) 197 768 7200
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