Dennis Javelin
| Dennis Javelin | |
|---|---|
 Safeguard Coaches Plaxton Premiere bodied Dennis Javelin in January 2009 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Dennis Alexander Dennis |
| Production | 1986-2010 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Doors | 1 door |
| Floor type | Step entrance |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Cummins C series Cummins ISBe |
| Transmission | ZF |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 8.5m, 10m, 11m & 12m |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Dennis Lancet |
The Dennis Javelin (later known as the Alexander Dennis Javelin) was an underfloor-engined bus and coach chassis manufactured by Dennis and later Alexander Dennis. It was unveiled in 1986 and acted more or less as a modern replacement for the discontinued Bedford Y-series.[1] It also supplanted the heavier Dennis Dorchester.
While proving a success, it has never matched its nearest rival, the likewise heavier Volvo B10M, but has had much more success than Dennis's previous coaching industry attempts: The Falcon V, the Lancet and Dorchester.
Exports
In 1996, Australian operator Fearne's Coaches, Wagga Wagga took delivery of four MotorCoach Australia bodied Javelins.[2] New Zealand operator Ritchies Coachlines took delivery of nine Designline and Kiwi Bus Builders bodied Javelins between 1999 and 2005.[3]
References
- ^ Javelin bus breaks out Commercial Motor 24 March 1988
- ^ Fearne's Investments Australian Bus Fleet Lists
- ^ Ritchie's Transport Holdings Australian Bus Fleet Lists
External links
Media related to Dennis Javelin at Wikimedia Commons- Flickr gallery
- Product description Alexander Dennis
