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FORD Candidate SII High Top
Startrans Bus now offers the Candidate SII steel body shuttle bus, complimenting the successful Senator SII series. This vehicle is available both in shuttle bus and paratransit versions. Having a narrow body width affords operators a more maneuverable vehicle for their fleet service. The new Candidate SII High Top features updated exterior styling and is designed with durability in mind.

Eight passengers seats plus two wheelchair for the paratransit bus or 13 forward facing seats for the shuttle model.

Candidate SII Low Top
Startrans Bus introduction of the new Candidate SII Low Top brings about a new chapter in the Startrans line of product development. This vehicle is intended for use as a corporate or hotel shuttle service. Its sleek new styling features a low profile, which aids in fuel economy as well as overhead canopy clearance. Eight passengers seats plus two wheel chair for the paratransit bus or 13 forward facing seats for the shuttle model.
FORD Candidate Series Shuttler Model
You don't need a CDL (Commercial Driver's License) to drive the StarTrans Candidate Series. Your regular operator's license is all that's required. (Check your state requirements.) This 21' model, with its narrowed width, can provide efficient service for a variety of needs.

Its smart appearance, combined with Supreme's talent in comfort planning, creates a bus that runs with a lot of pride. And when you carefully review the standard and optional features available in equipping your durable StarTrans Candidate, you can be certain you'll have a model that fits your needs.

CHEVY Candidate Series Shuttler Model
You don't need a CDL (Commercial Driver's License) to drive the StarTrans Candidate Series. Your regular operator's license is all that's required. (Check your state requirements.) This 21' model, with its narrowed width, can provide efficient service for a variety of needs. Its smart appearance, combined with Supreme's talent in com-fort planning, creates a bus that runs with a lot of pride. And when you carefully review the standard and optional features available in equip-ping your durable StarTrans Candidate, you can be certain you'll have a model that fits your needs.



You don't need a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) to drive the StarTrans Candidate Series. Your regular operator's license is all that's required. This 21' model, with its narrowed width, can provide efficient service for a variety of needs. When you carefully review the standard and optional features available in equipping your durable StarTrans Candidate, you can be certain you'll have a model that fits your needs.

Candidate Series ParaTransit Model
Supreme paid special attention to paratransit needs when you review the planning that's built into this Candidate Series ParaTransit bus. The large double doors make wheelchair entry and exit easy. With all the comfort planning, the bus puts on a smart exterior appearance that adds a touch of pride while performing its en route duty.

CANDIDATE SERIES FEATURES
SUBFLOORING: 12-gauge steel outriggers, fully welded with floorlevel Z rail, incorporated with chassis rubber ride capabilities.

FLOORING: 3/4" OMarine GradeO plywood with .080 aluminum underbelly, undercoated. Floor covered with 1/8" transit rubber. Aluminum heat shield over chassis catalytic converter and muffler.

SIDEWALLS: 3/4" polyurethane foam insulation (R-6. 12) gelcoated to 1/4" FRP exterior with 1/4" FRP interior. Reinforced with steel perimeter and transverse supports. Completely fiberglassed to adjoining body parts to form a single unitized body.

ROOFING: One-piece FRP/wood core laminate roof with steel cage reinforcement.

WINDOWS: 24" x 34" T-slider, 31% tinted. Clamp ring-style radius windows. Egress windows installed to meet FMVSS 217 requirements. Operator's curbside window AS-2 rated: upper & lower windows = 425 square inches visibility.

ENTRY: Spacious entrance (27" x 83" clear opening) with doors that operate manually. Door panels are Plexiglas-plated for the best possible driver's visibility. White step nosing and lighted stepwell standard. Entrance grab rail (left side).

LIGHTING: Each bus comes standard with six passenger courtesy lights.

ELECTRICAL: Wiring is color-coded with the number and function designated every 4" on the wire to enable identification and circuit traceability. Only premium components built to meet the Society of Automotive Engineers (S.A.E.) and Underwriter's Laboratories (U.L.) requirements are used. Electronic control console switch panel.

OPTIONAL A/C & HEAT: A/C systems ranging in size from 30,000 BTU to 88,000 BTU. Rear heat 40,000 BTU to 68,000 BTU.

OPTIONAL PARATRANSIT: Wheelchair accessibility with a wide range of securement systems and seating arrangements.

OPTIONAL LUGGAGE: Luggage can be stored in over-seat, floor-to-ceiling, rear compartments or custom-designed areas.

OPTIONAL SEATING: Forward-facing, perimeter-style and track seating are all available. Your choice of vinyl and cloth fabric in a wide range of colors.

  • Bright white gelcoated body with choice of three standard striping packages.
  • Stainless steel exterior mirrors: 6-1/2" x 9-1/2" with 5" convex mirror on each side.
  • Heavy-duty 10-gauge wraparound bumper with anti-ride cover.
  • Mud flaps (front and rear).
  • 12-month/unlimited mileage with five- year/75,000-mile warranty of body structure.
DIMENSIONS
  • Exterior width: 88"
  • Exterior height: 109"
  • First step to ground: 10-1/2"
  • Second and third step riser: 9" max.
  • Step tread depth: 9"
  • Entrance clear opening: 27" x 83" or 37" x 83"
  • Interior width at seat level: 81-1/2"
  • Interior width up 36" from floor: 81-1/2"
  • Center aisle height: 75"
  • Double wheelchair doors: 44-1/2" x 69"
  • Candidate exterior length (bumper to bumper): 21'
CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS Ford
  • Dual rear wheel E-35 Cutaway
  • 138" wheel base
  • Tinted glass
  • Automatic transmission
  • 4:10 rear axle ratio
  • Power steering
  • Power brakes (4 Wheel Disk)
  • Dash A/C and heater
  • Auxiliary transmission cooler (gas chassis only)
  • Super engine cooling
  • Tilt steering and cruise control (optional)
  • 5.4 or 6.8 gas engine and 7.3 diesel
  • 35-gallon fuel capacity
  • Radial tires LT 225/75RX16D
  • Chrome front bumper (R.V. chassis only)
  • Comfort-ride suspension: H.D. springs and shocks
  • Engine oil cooler (diesel chassis only)
  • Read-out gauges
  • Heavy-duty batteries
  • 130 AMP alternator G.V.W.R. 10,700
Chevy
  • Chevrolet 12,300 GVWR cutaway
  • Tinted glass
  • Automatic transmission
  • 4:10 rear axle ratio
  • Power steering
  • Power brakes
  • Dash A/C and heater
  • Super engine cooling
  • Tilt steering & cruise control
  • 350 cubic inch (Vortec 5700) or liter turbo diesel V8
  • 35 gallon fuel capacity
  • Radial tires LT225-16D
  • Chrome front bumper with license plate bracket
  • Comfort ride suspension: H.D. springs and shocks
  • Read-out gauges
  • Heavy-duty batteries
  • 130 AMP alternator
  • 139" wheelbase
  • 6.5 liter Diesel
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