SsangYong Transstar

SsangYong Transstar

SsangYong Transstar in Voronezh, Russia.
Overview
Manufacturer SsangYong Motor Company
Body and chassis
Class Single-decker coach
Doors 1 door
Floor type Step entrance
Powertrain
Capacity 45+1 driver[1]
Transmission Manual
Dimensions
Length 11960mm[1]
Width 2490mm[1]
Height 3450mm[1]
Curb weight 12060kg[1]

The SsangYong Transstar is a luxury coach made using components derived from Mercedes-Benz buses. It is available in three trim levels: luxury express bus, express bus and tourist express bus. The bus is very popular in South Korea and former Soviet nations. The name 'Transstar' comes from the words 'transportation' and 'star'.[2]

History

SsangYong started development on the Transstar in 1991. The development lasted for three years and had total cost of 20 billion won.[2]

References

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