MAN Namibia
Reliable
The well tried and tested Trucknology® results in superior reliability, and downtime is minimised due to the extended service intervals.
Affordable
The chassis range makes use of fuel-efficient D08 and D20 common rail engines. Replacement parts are also readily available at competitive prices.
Innovative
MAN Trucknology® technology, which has been extensively tried and tested in the TGA range, is incorporated into the MAN HB bus chassis range.
Safe
The chassis has many safety features including ABS (anti-lock brakes), ASR (traction control) and EPB (electro-pneumatic brake).
The MAN Lion´s Explorer bus bodywork, the successor to the well known Explorer range of bodies, and the only OE-manufactured bus body in South Africa, is designed for African conditions to exacting European standards. The body styling is in line with the MAN Lion´s family of City and Intercity buses from Germany. The MAN Lion´s Explorer body range incorporates innovative modular designs resulting in customization options, which meet our customers’ individual requirements.
You notice it when you start. You feel it when you accelerate. You experience it on every kilometre you drive. MAN’s powerful common rail diesel engines have the torque and economy to match the exceptional reliability. In combination with the various transmissions (manual, automatic and TipMatic) the engines with ratings from 176kW (240hp) to 257kW (350hp) give the MAN HB bus chassis exceptional driving performance. The common rail injection system is quieter and complies with Euro 3 emission standards.
| HB1-240 | 18.240 BB FOCR | 4×2 chassis with ZF manual transmission |
| HB2-240 | 18.240 BB FOCR | 4×2 chassis with Voith automatic transmission |
| HB4-310 | 26.310 LL FOCNR | 6×2 chassis with TipMatic transmission |
| HB4-350 | 26.350 LL FOCNR | 6×2 chassis with TipMatic transmission |
| HB4BT-310 | 26.310 LL FOCNR | Bustrain (6×2 prime mover) with TipMatic transmission |
| HB4BT-350 | 26.350 LL FOCNR | Bustrain (6×2 prime mover) with TipMatic transmission |
MAN Lion´s Explorer 12.5m bodywork on MAN HB1 & HB2 chassis
MAN Lion´s Explorer 13.9m bodywork on MAN HB4 (310 or 350) chassis
MAN Lion´s Explorer 13.9m bodywork on MAN HB4 (310 or 350) chassis
The MAN Lion´s Explorer body range incorporates highest safety standards, complying with all the SABS compulsory standards relating to safety.
Body roll-over structural strength, seat strength and anchorage, as well as emergency exit requirements
H7 (high intensity) headlights, fitted as standard to all Lion’s Explorer bodies, enhancing safety and night-driving capability
The wider pneumatically operated passenger door with large glass panels for improved driver curb-side visibility and styling.
The entrance has adequate passenger handrails and non-slip flooring which will help improve passenger boarding and alighting from the bus. An out-swing step can also be fitted to reduce the first step height to 300mm (optional extra).
All doors are interlinked to the park brake as an additional safety feature.
In addition to the EBS 5 braking system, a retarder or intarder (depending on the chassis model) is a standard fitment on all MAN
HB bus chassis, ensuring that all the chassis braking safety standards are exceeded.
The passenger saloon area combines comfort, safety and functional design.
Panoramic windows and the use of attractive practical interior finishing materials, create a bright and friendly atmosphere.
The many seating options and styles available from our list of recommended suppliers enhance the interior comfort and appearance.
The driver´s workstation, with its attractive design, is in a class of its own.
The controls are logically arranged and within easy reach of the driver, focusing on the central LCD display which incorporates all servicing and diagnostic information.
The driver´s seat and steering wheel are pneumatically adjustable ensuring the ultimate in driver comfort.
Body structure in 3CR12
H7 high intensity headlights
LED rear lights (including stop/park and indicator lights) are vertically mounted on both sides of the rear dome and duplicated on the top of the dome. Incandescent-type reverse lights are mounted in the rear bumper recess
The three-piece front bumper is manufactured from moulded glass reinforced plastic (GRP)
Stone guards and mud flaps are fitted behind all wheels
The one-piece GRP roof design and styling has integrated rain gutters and improved aerodynamics
The aerodynamic frontal design of the body reduces ‘drag’ contributing to improved fuel economy
The front header box is prepared for the future fitment of destination equipment
Lockable fuel tank flap
Acid-protected lockable battery compartment, housing the swingout battery cradle and the chassis tool-kit
Driver´s door
Passenger entrance door – two leaf in-swing door pneumatically operated
Two rear view mirrors and one interior mirror
Hübner articulation and bellow system fitted as a standard on all Bustrains
Additional passenger door, rear of the rear wheels
Slam type air operated door in lieu of an in-swing type door
Various underfloor luggage locker configurations are available, each incorporating lockable aluminium doors and interior illumination
Out-swing step fitted below passenger entrance step assembly
Wheelchair lift
4-piece flat front mounted windscreen in lieu of the 2-piece curved windscreen
LED front mounted destination display
Rear tail-light surrounds in red
Additional body colour
The chassis electrical system is incorporated into the driver´s rear partition
Clearly marked emergency exit windows
The interior finishes – bodyside and ceiling in formica panelling – front header box and rear interior panel of moulded GRP panels
Saloon lighting – five flush mounted fluorescent lights and bus stop bell pushes, fitted in alternate ceiling bays
One down light above the driver and one above the passenger entrance are interconnected to the door opening mechanism
One ceiling handrail and all partitions of 32mm diameter yellow powder coated tubing
Windscreen demister blower with vents in front dash
3CR12 passenger entrance steps trimmed in Altro floor covering
Driver’s sun visor
Ceiling insulated with polystyrene
Passenger saloon floor in 2mm 3CR12 plate bonded to the under frame structure and trimmed in Altro floor covering
Emergency escape roof hatches
Perforated parcel racks
Parcel racks trimmed in vinyl or cloth to match seat trim
Driver´s nearside enclosure – moulded GRP type or laminated ply wood GRP with sliding window attached to the driver´s rear partition
Saloon lighting – five flush mounted fluorescent lights and bus stop bell pushes, fitted in alternate ceiling bays
Mesh protection for windows on driver’s nearside partition
Interior ceiling of moulded GRP panels with central lighting combo and two grab handles – in lieu of formica
Interior ceiling with GRP eave panels and centre panel in local cloth – in lieu of formica
Bodyside curtains with tie backs
Various seating options available from our list of recommended seat suppliers
Saloon heating – cove mounted convection heaters
Forced draft ventilation with jet vents and reading lights
Air-conditioning – Webasto (HB4-350 only) with jet vents and reading lights
Roof mounted extractor/ventilation units
4-way emergency roof hatch
Radio/CD and speakers
Radio/CD/DVD combo and speakers and two flip-down monitors
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