ZF Ecomat means full driver flexibility
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ZF Ecomat, fully automatic transmission is truly a driver's gearbox. It is positive and responsive yet helps reduce any stress on the driver through its smooth, easy operation.
For the operator running a busy fleet with many driver changes, ZF Ecomat ensures constant performance and operation whoever's driving. Consequently both driveline and passengers enjoy a smooth and comfortable ride.
Driver Satisfaction That's part of the reason why Grey-Green Coaches of London now run 18 Volvo B1OM coaches equipped with ZF Ecomat 5 speed transmissions. After evaluating 2 vehicles over a 12 month period, a further 16 Volvos with ZF Ecomat were added.
All are meeting with driver satisfaction and proving very economical on a mixture of routes.
More Gears ZF Ecomat offers a choice of 4, 5 or 6 speeds. With more gears, ratios are close so the torque converter can reach the lock-up stage sooner and the engine operates at optimum speeds for maximum fuel efficiency.
Then: there's the unique integral retarder that gives a stepless braking action in all gears, right down to walking pace. Moreover, the hydraulic action eliminates wear. The foundation brakes stay cool thus improving safety and brake life many times over. Grey-Green Coaches are proving the value of ZF Ecomat every clay on a variety of short and long distance routes.
If you'd like to know more about ZF Ecomat for bus and coach applications, send for further information.
ZF Gears (Great Britain) Limited, Abbeyfield Road, Lenton, Notts. NG7 2SX Tel: 0602 869211 Telex: 377062