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Volvo B9R

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Volvo B9R
Overview
ManufacturerVolvo
Body and chassis
Floor typeStep entrance
Powertrain
EngineVolvo D9A/D9B 9.0L rear-mounted I-6
Transmission6-speed manual
I-Shift automated
Dimensions
Kerb weight19,000 kg (42,000 lb) maximum GVW

The Volvo B9R is a rear-engined coach chassis built by Volvo. It can be built with bodies up to 13 m (42 ft 8 in) long and a maximum gross weight of 19,000 kg (42,000 lb).

The B9R is equipped with a rear-mounted Volvo 9.0-litre 6-cylinder diesel engine under the floor, producing 380 bhp (283 kW; 385 PS) and torque of 1,700 N⋅m (1,254 lb⋅ft).[1]

The Plaxton Panther is built on the B9R chassis and provides 53 seats.[2] The Sunsundegui bodywork provides a 55-seat arrangement.[3]

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