FOR PEOPLE WHO LIKE BUSES
In 1995, the CTA placed an experimental order of 65 low floor buses from New Flyer. Low floor buses eliminate steps at the front and rear doors, making it easier for the elderly and disabled to board. A flip-out ramp at the front of the bus allowed for the boarding of wheelchairs.
Retirement of the 5800-series began gradually in early 2008, with retirement complete by February 28, 2009.
Bus #5859 at Michigan and Washington on November 17, 2003.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz
Bus #5832 at Washington and Michigan, working route #151 Sheridan, on November 22, 2003.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz
Bus #5827 at Michigan and Washington, working route #151 Sheridan, on November 22, 2003.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz
Bus #5863 at Michigan and Madison, working route #147 Outer Drive Express, on November 26, 2003.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz
Bus #5811 at State and Washington, working route #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express, on February 26, 2004.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz
Bus #5848 at State and Wacker, working route #36 Broadway, on February 28, 2004.
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Bus #5805 at Howard Red Line Terminal on April 13, 2004.
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Bus #5805 at Howard Red Line Terminal on April 13, 2004.
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Bus #5826 at Howard Red Line Terminal on April 13, 2004.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz
The interior of bus #5852, working route #201 Central/Ridge, on July 9, 2004.
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Bus #5810 at Clark and Belmont, working route #22 Clark, on October 2, 2004.
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Bus #5815 at Dearborn and Madison on October 2, 2004.
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Bus #5812 at Jackson and Columbus, working route #148 Clarendon/Michigan Express, on June 16, 2005.
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Bus #5843 at Michigan and South Water, working route #36 Broadway, on June 6, 2008.
Photo by Kevin Zolkiewicz