New Flyer DE40LF
800-seriesCTA Service Information
| Status | Retired |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 10 |
| Numbers | 800-809 |
| Delivery | 2006 |
Bus Specifications
| Manufacture | New Flyer |
|---|---|
| Model | DE40LF |
| Propulsion | Hybrid |
| Engine | Cummins ISL8.9L |
| Transmission | Allison EP-40 |
| Length | 40' |
| Width | 102" |
| Seat Model | AMSECO InSight |
| # of Seats | 39 |
| Dest. Signs | LED |
| Interior Customer Information Displays | Single-Line LED |
| Amenities | Air Conditioning
ADA Accessible |
Photos
Service History
On November 8, 2004, the Chicago Transit Board approved the purchase of 20 model DE40LF diesel-electric hybrid buses from New Flyer of America, Inc. The order was split amongst two hybrid technologies: GM-Allison parallel hybrids (to be numbered the 800-series) and ISE-Siemens ThunderVolt series hybrids (to be numbered the 900-series).
With the exception of a roof-mounted battery pack, the buses are aesthetically identical to CTA’s 1000-series D40LF diesel buses.
The first GM-Allison parallel hybrid was put into service during December 2006, with delivery continuing in early 2007.