SLEEPER BUS IN PRODUCTION
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A SLEEPER bus, claimed to be rAEurope's first, is now in production in Western Germany. It is manufactured by M.A.N., Munich, and during the daytime is a 40-seater; by simple hand movements these seats can be converted into an equivalent number of beds. These are in two decks, the beds being arranged in pairs with heavy curtains dividing each pair. A reading lamp is fitted alongside each bed. At the rear of the coach is a bed for a second driver.
Overall length of the sleeper bus is 11-18 metres (36.8 ft), overall width is 2.5 rn. (8.25 ft.), and the overall height 2.91 m. (9-6 ft.). The interior height is
1965. m. (6.5 ft.); baggage space totals 5.25 Cu. m. (185 cu. ft.). The bus is fitted with a 6-cyl. M.A.N. underfloor diesel engine of 150 b.h.p. which, it is claimed, runs quietly, and sound insulation is provided. A smooth ride is ensured by the provision of special air springing, and full heating and ventilation equipment is fitted.