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The Volkswagen Type 2, known officially (depending on body type) as the Transporter, Kombi or Microbus, or, informally, as the Bus (US) or Camper (UK), is a forward control panel van introduced in 1950 by the German automaker Volkswagen as its second car model. Following – and initially deriving from Volkswagen's first model, the Type 1 (Beetle) – it was given the factory designation Type 2.
As one of the forerunners of the modern cargo and passenger vans, the Type 2 gave rise to forward control competitors in the United States in the 1960s, including the Ford Econoline, the Dodge A100, and the Chevrolet Corvair 95 Corvan, the latter adopting the Type 2's rear-engine configuration.
European competition included the 1947-1981 Citroën H Van, the 1959-1980 Renault Estafette (both FF layout), and the 1953-1965 FR layout Ford Transit.
Japanese manufacturers also introduced the platform in different configurations, such as the Nissan Caravan, Toyota LiteAce and the Subaru Sambar.
Like the Beetle, the van has received numerous nicknames worldwide, including the "microbus", "minibus", and, because of its popularity during the counterculture movement of the 1960s, Hippie van/wagon, and still remains iconic for many hippies today.
Brazil contained the last factory in the world that produced the T2. Production in Brazil ceased on December 31, 2013, due to the introduction of more stringent safety regulations in the country. This marks the end of an era with the rear-engine Volkswagens manufactured (after the 2002 termination of its T3 successor in South Africa), which originated in 1935 with their Type 1 prototypes.
HISTORY
The concept for the Type 2 is credited to Dutch Volkswagen importer Ben Pon. (It has similarities in concept to the 1920s Rumpler Tropfenwagen and 1930s Dymaxion car by Buckminster Fuller, neither of which reached production.) Pon visited Wolfsburg in 1946, intending to purchase Type 1s for import to the Netherlands, where he saw an improvised parts-mover and realized something better was possible using the stock Type 1 pan. He first sketched the van in a doodle dated April 23, 1947, proposing a payload of 690 kg and placing the driver at the very front. Production would have to wait, however, as the factory was at capacity producing the Type 1.
When capacity freed up, a prototype known internally as the Type 29 was produced in a short three months. The stock Type 1 pan proved to be too weak so the prototype used a ladder chassis with unit body construction. Coincidentally the wheelbase was the same as the Type 1's. Engineers reused the reduction gear from the Type 81, enabling the 1.5 ton van to use a 25 hp (19 kW) flat four engine.
Although the aerodynamics of the first prototypes were poor (with an initial drag coefficient of Cd=0.75), engineers used the wind tunnel at the Technical University of Braunschweig to optimize the design. Simple changes such as splitting the windshield and roofline into a "vee" helped the production Type 2 achieve Cd=0.44, exceeding the Type 1's Cd=0.48. Volkswagen's new chief executive officer Heinz Nordhoff (appointed 1 January 1948) approved the van for production on 19 May 1949 and the first production model, now designated Type 2, rolled off the assembly line to debut 12 November. Only two models were offered: the Kombi (with two side windows and middle and rear seats that were easily removable by one person), and the Commercial. The Microbus was added in May 1950, joined by the Deluxe Microbus in June 1951. In all 9,541 Type 2s were produced in their first year of production.
An ambulance model was added in December 1951 which repositioned the fuel tank in front of the transaxle, put the spare tire behind the front seat, and added a "tailgate"-style rear door. These features became standard on the Type 2 from 1955 to 1967. 11,805 Type 2s were built in the 1951 model year. These were joined by a single-cab pickup in August 1952, and it changed the least of the Type 2s until all were heavily modified in 1968.
Unlike other rear engine Volkswagens, which evolved constantly over time but never saw the introduction of all-new models, the Transporter not only evolved, but was completely revised periodically with variations retrospectively referred to as versions "T1" to "T5" (a nomenclature only invented after the introduction of the front-drive T4 which replaced the T25). However, only generations T1 to T3 (or T25 as it is still called in Ireland and Great Britain) can be seen as directly related to the Beetle (see below for details).
The Type 2, along with the 1947 Citroën H Van, are among the first 'forward control' vans in which the driver was placed above the front roadwheels. They started a trend in Europe, where the 1952 GM Bedford CA, 1958 RAF-977, 1959 Renault Estafette, 1960 BMC Morris J4, and 1960 Commer FC also used the concept. In the United States, the Corvair-based Chevrolet Corvan cargo van and Greenbrier passenger van went so far as to copy the Type 2's rear-engine layout, using the Corvair's horizontally opposed, air-cooled engine for power. Except for the Greenbrier and various 1950s–70s Fiat minivans, the Type 2 remained unique in being rear-engined. This was a disadvantage for the early "barndoor" Panel Vans, which could not easily be loaded from the rear because the engine cover intruded on interior space, but generally advantageous in traction and interior noise.
VARIANTS
The Type 2 was available as a:
Panel van, a delivery van without side windows or rear seats.
Double-door Panel Van, a delivery van without side windows or rear seats and cargo doors on both sides.
High Roof Panel Van (German: Hochdach), a delivery van with raised roof.
Kombi, from German: Kombinationskraftwagen (combination motor vehicle), with side windows and removable rear seats, both a passenger and a cargo vehicle combined.
Bus, also called a Volkswagen Caravelle, a van with more comfortable interior reminiscent of passenger cars since the third generation.
Lotação (share-taxi), a version exclusive to Brazil, with 6 front-hinged doors for the passenger area and 4 bench-seats, catering to the supplemental public transport segment.[citation needed] Available from 1960 to 1989, in both the split-window and "clipper" (fitted with the bay-window front panel) bodystyles.
Samba-Bus, a van with skylight windows and cloth sunroof, first generation only, also known as a Deluxe Microbus. They were marketed for touring the Alps.
Flatbed pickup truck, or Single Cab, also available with wider load bed.
Crew cab pick-up, a flatbed truck with extended cab and two rows of seats, also called a Doka, from German: Doppelkabine.
Westfalia camping van, "Westy", with Westfalia roof and interior. Included optional "pop up" top.
Adventurewagen camping van, with high roof and camping units from Adventurewagen.
Semi-camping van that can also still be used as a passenger car and transporter, sacrificing some camping comforts. "Multivan" or "Weekender", available from the third generation on.
Apart from these factory variants, there were a multitude of third-party conversions available, some of which were offered through Volkswagen dealers. They included, but were not limited to, refrigerated vans, hearses, ambulances, police vans, fire engines and ladder trucks, and camping van conversions by companies other than Westfalia. There were even 30 Klv 20 rail-going draisines built for Deutsche Bundesbahn in 1955.
In South Africa, it is known as a well-loved variation of the ice cream van (first, second and third generations). The mere sight of one (in South Africa) sparks the familiar rhyme: I scream, We scream, We all scream for Ice-Cream!
FIRST GENERATION (T1; 1950–1967)
The first generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 with the split windshield, informally called the Microbus, Splitscreen, or Splittie among modern fans, was produced from 8 March 1950 through the end of the 1967 model year. From 1950 to 1956, the T1 (not called that at the time) was built in Wolfsburg; from 1956, it was built at the completely new Transporter factory in Hanover. Like the Beetle, the first Transporters used the 1100 Volkswagen air-cooled engine, an 1,131 cc, DIN-rated 18 kW (24 PS; 24 bhp), air-cooled flat-four-cylinder 'boxer' engine mounted in the rear. This was upgraded to the 1200 – an 1,192 cc 22 kW (30 PS; 30 bhp) in 1953. A higher compression ratio became standard in 1955; while an unusual early version of the 30 kW (41 PS; 40 bhp) engine debuted exclusively on the Type 2 in 1959. This engine proved to be so uncharacteristically troublesome that Volkswagen recalled all 1959 Transporters and replaced the engines with an updated version of the 30 kW engine. Any 1959 models that retain that early engine today are true survivors. Since the engine was totally discontinued at the outset, no parts were ever made available.
The early versions of the T1 until 1955 were often called the "Barndoor" (retrospectively called T1a since the 1990s), owing to the enormous rear engine cover, while the later versions with a slightly modified body (the roofline above the windshield is extended), smaller engine bay, and 15" roadwheels instead of the original 16" ones are nowadays called the T1b (again, only called this since the 1990s, based on VW's retrospective T1,2,3,4 etc. naming system.). From the 1964 model year, when the rear door was made wider (same as on the bay-window or T2), the vehicle could be referred to as the T1c. 1964 also saw the introduction of an optional sliding door for the passenger/cargo area instead of the outwardly hinged doors typical of cargo vans.
In 1962, a heavy-duty Transporter was introduced as a factory option. It featured a cargo capacity of 1,000 kg instead of the previous 750 kg, smaller but wider 14" roadwheels, and a 1.5 Le, 31 kW (42 PS; 42 bhp) DIN engine. This was so successful that only a year later, the 750 kg, 1.2 L Transporter was discontinued. The 1963 model year introduced the 1500 engine – 1,493 cc as standard equipment to the US market at 38 kW (52 PS; 51 bhp) DIN with an 83 mm bore, 69 mm (2.72 in) stroke, and 7.8:1 compression ratio. When the Beetle received the 1.5 L engine for the 1967 model year, its power was increased to 40 kW (54 PS; 54 bhp) DIN.
German production stopped after the 1967 model year; however, the T1 still was made in Brazil until 1975, when it was modified with a 1968–79 T2-style front end, and big 1972-vintage taillights into the so-called "T1.5" and produced until 1996. The Brazilian T1s were not identical to the last German models (the T1.5 was locally produced in Brazil using the 1950s and 1960s-era stamping dies to cut down on retooling, alongside the Beetle/Fusca, where the pre-1965 body style was retained), though they sported some characteristic features of the T1a, such as the cargo doors and five-stud 205 mm Pitch Circle Diameter rims. Wheel tracks varied between German and Brazilian production and with 14-inch, 15-inch and 16-inch wheel variants but commonly front track varied from 1290 mm to 1310 mm and rear track from 1370 mm to 1390 mm.
Among American enthusiasts, it is common to refer to the different models by the number of their windows. The basic Kombi or Bus is the 11-window (a.k.a. three-window bus because of three side windows) with a split windshield, two front cabin door windows, six rear side windows, and one rear window. The DeLuxe model featured eight rear side windows and two rear corner windows, making it the 15-window (not available in Europe). Meanwhile, the sunroof DeLuxe with its additional eight small skylight windows is, accordingly, the 23-window. From the 1964 model year, with its wider rear door, the rear corner windows were discontinued, making the latter two the 13-window and 21-window respectively. The 23- and later 21-window variants each carry the nickname 'Samba', or in Australia, officially 'Alpine'.
SAMBA
The Volkswagen Samba, in the United States also known as Sunroof Deluxe, was the most luxurious version of the T1. Volkswagen started producing Sambas in 1951.
Originally Volkswagen Vans were classified according to the number of windows they had. This particular model had 23 and later 21 windows including eight panoramic windows in the roof. To distinguish it from the normal 23 or 21-window Volkswagen van the name Samba was coined.
Instead of a sliding door at the side the Samba had two pivot doors. In addition the Samba had a fabric sunroof. At that time Volkswagen advertised with the idea of using the Samba to make tourist trips through the Alps.
Sambas were painted standard in two colors. Usually, the upper part was colored white. The two colored sections were separated by a decorative strip. Further the bus had a so-called "hat": at the front of the van the roof was just a little longer than the car itself to block the sun for the driver. The windows had chrome tables and the van had a more comprehensive dashboard than the normal T1.
When Volkswagen started producing the successor of the T1 (the T2) the company also stopped producing the Samba so there are no Sambas in later versions of the Transporter.
US CHICKEN TAX
Certain models of the Volkswagen Type 2 played a role in a historic episode during the early 1960s, known as the Chicken War. France and West Germany had placed tariffs on imports of U.S. chicken. Diplomacy failed, and in January 1964, two months after taking office, President Johnson imposed a 25% tax (almost ten times the average U.S. tariff) on potato starch, dextrin, brandy, and light trucks. Officially, the tax targeted items imported from Europe as approximating the value of lost American chicken sales to Europe.
In retrospect, audio tapes from the Johnson White House, revealed a quid pro quo unrelated to chicken. In January 1964, President Johnson attempted to convince United Auto Workers' president Walter Reuther not to initiate a strike just before the 1964 election, and to support the president's civil rights platform. Reuther, in turn, wanted Johnson to respond to Volkswagen's increased shipments to the United States.
The Chicken Tax directly curtailed importation of German-built Type 2s in configurations that qualified them as light trucks – that is, commercial vans (panel vans) and pickups. In 1964, U.S. imports of automobile trucks from West Germany declined to a value of $5.7 million – about one-third the value imported in the previous year. After 1971, Volkswagen cargo vans and pickup trucks, the intended targets, "practically disappeared from the U.S. market". While post-1971 Type 2 commercial vans and single-cab and double-cab pickups can be found in the United States today, they are exceedingly rare. Any post-1971 specimen found ostensibly has had its import tariff paid. As of 2013, the "chicken tax" remains in effect.
SECOND GENERATION (T2; 1967–1979)
In late 1967, the second generation of the Volkswagen Type 2 (T2) was introduced. It was built in Germany until 1979. In Mexico, the Volkswagen Kombi and Panel were produced from 1970 to 1994. Models before 1971 are often called the T2a (or "Early Bay"), while models after 1972 are called the T2b (or "Late Bay").
This second-generation Type 2 lost its distinctive split front windshield, and was slightly larger and considerably heavier than its predecessor. Its common nicknames are Breadloaf and Bay-window, or Loaf and Bay for short. At 1.6 L and 35 kW (48 PS; 47 bhp) DIN, the engine was also slightly larger. The battery and electrical system was upgraded to 12 volts, making it incompatible with electric accessories from the previous generation. The new model also did away with the swing axle rear suspension and transfer boxes previously used to raise ride height. Instead, half-shaft axles fitted with constant velocity joints raised ride height without the wild changes in camber of the Beetle-based swing axle suspension. The updated Bus transaxle is usually sought after by off-road racers using air-cooled Volkswagen components.
The T2b was introduced by way of gradual change over three years. The first models featured rounded bumpers incorporating a step for use when the door was open (replaced by indented bumpers without steps on later models), front doors that opened to 90° from the body, no lip on the front guards, unique engine hatches, and crescent air intakes in the D-pillars (later models after the Type 4 engine option was offered, have squared off intakes). The 1971 Type 2 featured a new, 1.6 L engine with dual intake ports on each cylinder head and was DIN-rated at 37 kW (50 PS; 50 bhp). An important change came with the introduction of front disc brakes and new roadwheels with brake ventilation holes and flatter hubcaps. Up until 1972, front indicators are set low on the nose rather than high on either side of the fresh air grille – giving rise to their being nicknamed "Low Lights". 1972's most prominent change was a bigger engine compartment to fit the larger 1.7- to 2.0-litre engines from the Volkswagen Type 4, and a redesigned rear end which eliminated the removable rear apron and introduced the larger late tail lights. The air inlets were also enlarged to accommodate the increased cooling air needs of the larger engines.
In 1971 the 1600cc Type 1 engine as used in the Beetle, was supplemented with the 1700cc Type 4 engine – as it was originally designed for the Type 4 (411 and 412) models. European vans kept the option of upright fan Type 1 1600 engine but the 1700 Type 4 became standard for US spec models.
In the Type 2, the Type 4 engine was an option for the 1972 model year onward. This engine was standard in models destined for the US and Canada. Only with the Type 4 engine did an automatic transmission become available for the first time in the 1973 model year. Both engines displaced 1.7 L, DIN-rated at 49 kW (67 PS; 66 bhp) with the manual transmission and 46 kW (63 PS; 62 bhp) with the automatic. The Type 4 engine was enlarged to 1.8 L and 50 kW (68 PS; 67 bhp) DIN for the 1974 model year and again to 2.0 L and 52 kW (71 PS; 70 bhp) DIN for the 1976 model year. The two-litre option appeared in South African manufactured models during 1976, originally only in a comparably well-equipped "Executive" model. The 1978 2.0 L now featured hydraulic valve lifters, eliminating the need to periodically adjust the valve clearances as on earlier models. The 1975 and later U.S. model years received Bosch L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection as standard equipment; 1978 was the first year for electronic ignition, utilizing a hall effect sensor and digital controller, eliminating maintenance-requiring contact-breaker points. As with all Transporter engines, the focus in development was not on power, but on low-end torque. The Type 4 engines were considerably more robust and durable than the Type 1 engines, particularly in Transporter service.
In 1972, for the 1973 model year, exterior revisions included relocated front turn indicators, squared off and set higher in the valance, above the headlights. Also, square-profiled bumpers, which became standard until the end of the T2 in 1979, were introduced in 1973. Crash safety improved with this change because of a compressible structure behind the front bumper. This meant that the T2b was capable of meeting US safety standards for passenger cars of the time, though not required of vans. The "VW" emblem on the front valance became slightly smaller.
Later model changes were primarily mechanical. By 1974, the T2 had gained its final shape. Very late in the T2's design life, during the late 1970s, the first prototypes of Type 2 vans with four-wheel drive (4WD) were built and tested.
T2c
The T2c, with a roof raised by about 10 cm was built starting in the early 1990s for the South American and Central American markets. Since 1991, the T2c has been built in MĂ©xico with the water-cooled 1.8 L inline four-cylinder 53 kW (72 PS; 71 bhp) carbureted engine - easily identified by the large, black front-mounted radiator - and since 1995 with the 1.6 L air-cooled engines for the Brazilian market.
Once production of the original Beetle was halted in late 2003, the T2 was the only Volkswagen model with an air-cooled, rear-mounted boxer engine, but then the Brazilian model shifted to a water-cooled engine on 23 December 2005. There was a 1.6 L 50 hp (37 kW; 51 PS) water-cooled diesel engine available from 1981 to 1985, which gave fuel economy of 15 km/l to 18 km/l - but gave slow performance and its insufficient cooling system led to short engine life.
The end of the Volkswagen air-cooled engine on a worldwide basis was marked by a Special Edition Kombi. An exclusive Silver paint job, and limited edition emblems were applied to only 200 units in late 2005, and were sold as 2006 models.
Stricter emissions regulations introduced by the Brazilian government for 2006 forced a shift to a flexible-fuel water-cooled engine[citation needed] able to run on petrol or alcohol. Borrowed from the Volkswagen Fox, the engine is a rear-mounted EA-111 1.4 L 8v Total Flex 1,390 cc, 58 kW (79 PS; 78 bhp) on petrol, and 60 kW (82 PS; 80 bhp) when run on ethanol, and 124 N·m (91 lbf·ft) torque. This version was very successful, despite the minor changes made to the overall T2-bodied vehicle. It still included the four-speed transmission, but a new final-drive ratio enabled cruising at 120 km/h (75 mph) at 4,100 rpm. Top speed was 130 km/h (81 mph). 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) acceleration took 22.7 seconds (vs. 29.5 seconds for the last air-cooled version). Other improvements included 6.6% better fuel economy, and nearly 2 dB less engine noise.
The Volkswagen Type 2 is by far the longest model run in Brazil, having been introduced in September 1950 as the Volkswagen "Kombi", a name it has kept throughout production.[citation needed] Only produced in two versions, bus (nine-seater or 12-seater – a fourth row is added for metro transportation or school bus market) or panel van, it offers only one factory option, a rear window defogger.[citation needed] As of June 2009, the T2 was being built at the Volkswagen Group's São Bernardo do Campo plant at a rate of 97 per day.
The production of the Brazilian Volkswagen Kombi ended in 2013 with a production run of 600 Last Edition vehicles.[28] A short movie called "Kombi's last wishes" was made by VW Brazil.
POST_TYPE 2 GENERATIONS
THIRD GENERATION (T3; 1979–1992)
The Volkswagen Type 2 (T3) also known as the T25, (or Vanagon in the United States), the T3 platform was introduced in 1980, and was one of the last new Volkswagen platforms to use an air-cooled engine. The Volkswagen air-cooled engine was phased out for a water-cooled boxer engine (still rear-mounted) in 1984. Compared to its predecessor the T2, the T3 was larger and heavier, with square corners replacing the rounded edges of the older models. The T3 is sometimes called "the wedge" by enthusiasts to differentiate it from earlier Kombis.
FOURTH GENERATION (T4; 1990–2003)
Since 1990, the Transporter in most world markets has been front-engined and water-cooled, similar to other contemporary Volkswagens, almost two decades later than it did for the passenger cars. T4s are marketed as Transporter in Europe. In the United States, Volkswagen Eurovan is the brand name.
FITH GENERATION (T5; 2003–2015)
The Volkswagen Transporter T5 range is the fifth generation of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles medium-sized light commercial vehicle and people movers. Launched 6 January 2003, the T5 went into full production in April 2003, replacing the fourth generation range.
Key markets for the T5 are Germany, the United Kingdom, Russia, France and Turkey. It is not sold in the US market because it is classed as a light truck, accruing the 25% chicken tax on importation. The T5 has a more aerodynamic design. The angle of the windshield and A-pillar is less; this makes for a large dashboard and small bonnet.
In June 2009, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announced the one-millionth T5 rolled off the production line in Hanover.
T5 GP introduced in 2010. Heavily face-lifted with some new power plants including the 180 bi-turbo range topper. These new engines saw the demise of the now "dirty" 5 cylinder units.
Late 2015 will see the arrival of the "Neu Sechs", the New 6. The T6 will offer further engine changes in early 2016, but will launch with the previous generation engines. The new engines will see the introduction of Ad-Blu to meet with euro 6 emission compliance. The new 6 was expected by many to be more than just a face lift.
With the T6 now hitting the roads it is very clear it would appear to be just a face lift. New front, new tailgate and a new dash. There are quality improvements, sound deadening, new colours and improved consumption, but many believe VW have missed an opportunity to go back to the top.
Sixth generation (T6; 2015–)
The new T6 will launch with the old Euro 5 non AdBlue power-plants, but will be offered with a Euro 6 diesel engine with 204bhp and AdBlue. Three further Euro 6 Adblue diesel power-plants with 84ps, 102ps and 150ps will also be offered.
There is some debate in the community over whether the T6 is a new model, or simply a face-lift. There are obvious external changes to the nose and tailgate, while internally there is a new dash in 2 versions. Volkswagen are claiming refinement to ride, handling and noise levels.
ADDITIONAL DEVELOPMENTS
In 2001, a Volkswagen Microbus Concept was created, with design cues from the T1 generation in a spirit similar to the New Beetle nostalgia movement. Volkswagen planned to start selling it in the United States market in 2007, but it was scrapped in May 2004 and replaced with a more cost-effective design to be sold worldwide.
NAMES AND NICKNAMES
Like the Beetle, from the beginning, the Type 2 earned many nicknames from its fans. Among the most popular,[citation needed] at least in Germany, are VW-Bus and Bulli (or Bully) or Hippie-van or the bus. The Type 2 was meant to be officially named the Bully, but Heinrich Lanz, producer of the Lanz Bulldog farm tractor, intervened. The model was then presented as the Volkswagen Transporter and Volkswagen Kleinbus, but the Bully nickname still caught on.
The official German-language model names Transporter and Kombi (Kombinationskraftwagen, combined-use vehicle) have also caught on as nicknames. Kombi is not only the name of the passenger variant, but is also the Australasian and Brazilian term for the whole Type 2 family; in much the same way that they are all called VW-Bus in Germany, even the pickup truck variations. In Mexico, the German Kombi was translated as Combi, and became a household word thanks to the vehicle's popularity in Mexico City's public transportation system. In Peru, where the term Combi was similarly adopted, the term Combi Asesina (Murdering Combi) is often used for buses of similar size, because of the notorious recklessness and competition of bus drivers in Lima to get passengers. In Portugal it is known as Pão-de-Forma (Breadloaf) because its design resembles a bread baked in a mold. Similarly, in Denmark, the Type 2 is referred to as Rugbrød (Rye bread). Finns dubbed it Kleinbus (mini-bus), as many taxicab companies adopted it for group transportation; the name Kleinbus has become an appellative for all passenger vans. The vehicle is also known as Kleinbus in Chile.
In the US, however, it is a VW bus, a "vee-dub", a minibus, a hippie-mobile, hippie bus, or hippie van, "combie", Microbus or a Transporter to aficionados. The early versions produced before 1967 used a split front windshield (giving rise to the nickname "Splitty"), and their comparative rarity has led to their becoming sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. The next version, sold in the US market from 1968 to 1979, is characterised by a large, curved windshield and is commonly called a "bay-window". It was replaced by the Vanagon, of which only the Westfalia camper version has a common nickname, "Westy".
It was called Volksie Bus in South Africa, notable in a series of that country's TV commercials. Kombi is also a generic nickname for vans and minibuses in South Africa and Swaziland, often used as a means of public transportation. In Nigeria it was called Danfo.
In the UK, it is known as a "Campervan". In France, it was called a "camping-car" (usually hyphenated) though this has been expanded to include other, often more specialized vehicles in more recent times.
MEXICAN PRODUCTION
T2 production began in 1970 at the Puebla assembly factory.
Offered initially only as a nine-passenger version called the Volkswagen Kombi, and from 1973 also its cargo van version called the Volkswagen Panel, both variants were fitted with the 1.5 L air-cooled boxer engine and four-speed manual gearbox. In 1974, the 1.6 L 44 bhp (33 kW; 45 PS) boxer engine replaced the 1.5 previous one, and production continued this way up to 1987. In 1987, the water-cooled 1.8 L 85 bhp (63 kW; 86 PS) inline four-cylinder engine replaced the air-cooled 1.6 L. This new model is recognisable by its black grille (for its engine coolant radiator), bumpers and moldings.
In 1975, Volkswagen de Mexico ordered two specially made pickups from Germany, one single cab and one double cab, for the Puebla plant. These were evaluated for the possibility of building pickups in Mexico, and were outfitted with every option except the Arctic package, including front and rear fog lights, intermittent wipers, trip odometer, clock, bumper rubber, PVC tilt, and dual doors on the single cab storage compartment. VW de Mexico was interested in having the lights, wiring, brake systems and other parts manufactured in Mexico. Ultimately, VW de Mexico declined to produce pickups, and the pickups were sold to an Autohaus, a Volkswagen dealer in San Antonio, Texas, since they could not be sold in Mexico. By law, no German-made Volkswagens were to be sold in Mexico. These are probably the only pickups that were produced in Germany for Mexican import, and have the "ME" export code on the M-code plate. The green double cab was sold to a new owner in New York, and has been lost track of. The light gray (L345, licht grau) single cab still exists. Pickups were not manufactured in Mexico, nor were they imported into Mexico from Germany, save for these two examples.
In 1988, a luxury variant – the Volkswagen Caravelle – made its debut in the Mexican market to compete with the Nissan Ichi Van, which was available in cargo, passenger and luxury versions.
The main differences between the two are that the Caravelle was sold as an eight-passenger version, while the Combi was available as a nine-passenger version, the Caravelle was only painted in metallic colors, while the Combi was only available in non-metallic colors, and the Caravelle was fitted with an AM/FM stereo cassette sound system, tinted windows, velour upholstery, reading lights, mid and rear headrests, and wheel covers from the European T25 model.
In 1991, the 10 cm higher roof made its debut in all variants, and the Combi began to be offered in eight- or nine-passenger variants. In 1991, since Mexican anti-pollution regulations required a three-way catalytic converter, a Digifant fuel injection system replaced the previous carburetor. The three variants continued without change until 1994.
In 1994, production ended in Mexico, with models being imported from Brazil. The Caravelle was discontinued, and both the Combi and the Panel were only offered in white color and finally in 2002, replaced by the T4 EuroVan Pasajeros and EuroVan Carga, passenger and cargo van in long wheelbase version, inline five-cylinder 2.5 L 115 bhp and five-speed manual gearbox imported from Germany.
WIKIPEDIA
Del monte Land Transport bus company
Bus number: 818
Classification: Airconditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Model: Kinglong XMQ6129Y2 "Longwei"
Manufacturer: Xiamen Kinglong United Co. (Kinglong Bus)
Chassis: King Long XMQ6120R
Engine: Shanghai Hino P11C-UH
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Capacity: 45
Shot Location :Pasay
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus number: 1662
Classification: Airconditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Coachbuilder: Santarosa Philippines Motor Works, Incorporated
Chassis: MAN 18.310 HOCL
Model: MAN SR Exfoh Hi-Deck
Engine: MAN D2866LOH27
Suspension: Air-Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 49 Passengers
Shot Location: Victory Liner Kamias Terminal
Baliwag Transit, Inc.
Bus Number: 1318
Bus Manufacturer: Pilipinas Hino, Inc.
Model: Grandecho
Chassis: Hino RK1JMT
Engine: Hino J08C-TK
Suspension: Leaf-spring Suspension
Area of Operation: Provincial Operation
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 45
Shot Location: Balintawak
Infiltrator Configuration - 2Ra / 2Rd / 2W
Imbrium Lunokhod Industries Model VS-M/S-71 'Degei' - The next evolution of the Imbrium Lunokhod Industries Frame System, the Degei takes the lessons learned during the development of the VS-A-GR5K 'Krivlyaka' and applies the well loved stylings that made the VS-MX-04 'Rangi' and the VS-M/A-Z9A 'Muku' such a success. The Degei is a versatile assault frame perfect for space-based interdiction and other zero-g tactical operations.
From a design perspective, the frame fits perfectly into the 7P scale and aligns with the desired aesthetic. Unfortunately, the thigh joints that worked so well on the Krivlyaka were very fragile when paired with a stiff ankle joint. Additionally, the design of the shoulder joint didn’t add enough range of motion to justify the parts usage. Finally, the hip/waist connection was too loose, even with a friction pin which made it difficult to find stable footing.
If I was going to revise this build, I think I would start with the ankles. A looser and more scale-conventional joint (using a pneuma-T or tap) would probably work better in the long run.
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Built for Mobile Frame Zero - a tabletop wargame.
Mobile Frame Hangar (MFZ Community Forums).
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Partas Trans
Bus Number: 81468
Model Del Monte Motor Works "DM11"bus former lionstar
Chassis Hino RM2P
Seating configuration: 2x1
Engine Hino P11C-TH
Shot Location: Cubao
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 1244
Coachbuilder: Hyundai Motor Company
Chassis: KMJKJ18BPSC
Model: Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Engine: Hyundai D6AB
Airconditioning Unit: Overhead Unit
Suspension: Air-Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 45 Passengers
Shot Location : Victory Liner Sampaloc Earnshaw Terminal
May confusion about sa Santrans 1971:
• Typo raw ang engine number ng Granton ni Santrans.
• Yuchai YC6J230-20 ang tunay na makina nito.
• Sa inventory sheet naman, Yuchai YC6G240-20 ang gamit na makina.
Company/Owner: Santrans Corporation
Fleet/Bus Number: 1971
Classification: Air-conditioned Provincial Bus
Coachbuilder: (Zhuhai) Granton Bus and Coach Company, Ltd.
Body Model: Granton GTZ6109E2
Engine Model: Yuchai YC6G240-20 (G52MA/G52YA)
Chassis Model: Dongfeng EQ6101RCH (L9GBCD6F8A2)
Transmission: 6-speed Manual Transmission
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2Ă—2
Seating Capacity: 45
Franchise Route: San Quintin (Pangasinan)–Balintawak (Quezon City) via NLEX
Route: Cubao, Quezon City [CUB, QC]–San Quintin, Pangasinan [SQN, PN] via E1 [NLEX-Balintawak–NLEX-Dau; NLEX-SCTEX Connector–SCTEX-Concepcion]; N215 (Dau Access Road); N213 (Magalang–Concepcion Road) / N2 (MacArthur Highway) / N56 (Umingan–Rosales Road) / Nueva Vizcaya–Pangasinan Road / Tayug–San Quintin Road
Municipalities/cities passing: Dau (Mabalacat City) [DAU]–Concepcion/Capas/Tarlac City [TRL]/Gerona/Paniqui/Moncada/San Manuel/Rosales/Santa Maria/Tayug [TAY]
Type of Operation: Provincial Operation Public Utility Bus (Economy Class)
Area of Operation: Ilocos Region (Region I)
Shot Location: E1 (North Luzon Expressway), San Fernando City, Pampanga
Date Taken: May 25, 2018 (16:51H)
Notices:
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*** The specifications and routes (for provincial, inter-provincial, and city operation) mentioned above are subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice.
**** The vehicle's registration plate(s), conduction sticker(s), and/or persons (if applicable) were pixelated/blurred to prevent any conflict with the photographer, the bus company and/or to the car owner for their security and/or privacy purposes. So, don't use their plate number, conduction sticker, and vehicle tag as an evidence for any incident. And, I have taken this photo for bus fanatics, bus enthusiasts, and bus lovers purposes.
Bataan Transit Company Inc.
Bus Number: 2314
Classification: Airconditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Coachbuilder: Santarosa Philippines Motor
Model: FSBCI Yutong-NV Body
Former Body: Santarosa Motorworks EXFOH
Chassis: Nissan Diesel RB46S
Engine: Nissan Diesel PE6-T
Airconditioning unit: Sub-Engine
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 49 Passengers
Shot Location: Bataan Transit Avenida Terminal. D.jose
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 1272
Bus Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Model: Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Chassis: Hyundai KMJKJ18BPSC
Engine: Hyundai D6AB-D
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 45
Shot Location: Balintawak
Fröhlich Tours Tourist Service, Inc.
Bus Number:
Manufacturer: Xiamen King Long United Automotive Industry Company, Ltd. (King Long)
Model: King Long XMQ6129Y5 "Longwei"
Chassis: King Long XMQ6120R
Engine: Hino P11C-UR
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 47
Shot Location: Balintawak
Five Star Bus Company Inc.
Bus Number: 1007
Coachbuilder: Trans-Oriental Motor Builders, Inc.
Body Model: Trans-Oriental Golden Dragon XML6127 "Marcopolo
Engine: MAN D2066LOH12
Chassis: MAN R39 18.350 HOCL
Suspension: Air-Suspension
Classification: Air-Conditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Seating Configuration: 2x2 Seats
Capacity: 53 Passengers
Shot Location: Balintawak
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 1566
Bus Manufacturer: Pilipinas Hino, Inc.
Rebodied Model: Hino Prototype *Generic*
Former Bus Manufacturer: Santarosa Motor Works, Inc.
Former Model: SR Flextar
Chassis: Nissan Diesel RB46S
Engine: Nissan Diesel PE6-T
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 3x2
Capacity: 66
Shot Location: Victory Liner Caloocan Terminal
Five Star Bus Company Inc.
Bus Number: 1003
Coachbuilder: Trans-Oriental Motor Builders, Inc.
Body Model: Golden Dragon XML6126 "Superstar" (replica)
Chassis: MAN R39 18.350 HOCL
Classification: Air-Conditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Engine: MAN D2066LOH12
Suspension: Air-Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2 Seats
Capacity: 49
Shot Location: Balintawak
Viron Transit Inc.
Bus number: 8131
Classification: Airconditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Coachbuilder:
Chassis:
Model:
Engine:
Airconditioning Unit: Overhead Unit
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Capacity:
Shot Location: Balintawak
Partas Trans
Bus Number: 81428
Class: De Luxe
Body: Del Monte Motors Corporation
Model: DMMC DM10
Chassis: Hino RM2P
Engine: Hino P11C-TH
Seating Configuration: 2x1
Capacity: 29
Shot Location: Partas Cubao
ES Transport
Bus Number: 47067
Classification: Air Conditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Model: Yutong ZK6119HA
Manufacturer: Zhengzhou Yutong Bus Company, Ltd. (Yutong Bus)
Chassis: Yutong ZK6119CRA (LZYTATE6)
Engine: YuChai YC6L280-30
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 49 Passengers
Shot Location: Balintawak
ang ride namin :)
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 92
Bus Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Model: Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Chassis: Hyundai KMJKJ18BPSC
Engine: Hyundai D6AB-D
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Capacity: 45
Shot Location: Victory Liner Capas Stop over
VLI 92 at
NLEX: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyBJX8DSldc
Dau Terminal: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQFjFiJwLNA&feature=relmfu
Marcos Highway: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zzcIUq8lRJM
Ultra Bus
Bus Number: 9822
Coachbuilder: Suzhou King Long United Automotive Industry Company, Ltd. (Higer Bus)
Model: Higer V90 KLQ6109E3
Chassis: Higer KLQ6101E3
Suspension: Leaf Springs Suspension
Engine: Yuchai YC6A240-20
Seating Configuration:
Capacity:
Shot Location: Pasay
Date Taken: June 10, 2014
Basic Details:
Operator: PRECIOUS GRACE TRANSPORT
Fleet Number: 8301674
Classification: Air-Conditioned City Operation Bus
Seating Configuration: 3x2 Seats
Seating Capacity: 61 Passengers
Body:
Coachbuilder: Hyundai Motor Company
Body Model: Hyundai Aero City (Front modified to resemble a later model Hyundai Super Aero City)
Air-Conditioning Unit: Dependent Overhead Unit
Chassis:
Chassis Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Chassis Model: Hyundai Aero City Ladder-type Bus Chassis
Layout: Rear-Longitudinally-Mounted Engine Rear-Wheel Drive (4x2 RR layout)
Suspension: Leaf Springs Suspension
Engine:
Engine Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor Company
Engine Model: Hyundai D6AV (Q235)
Cylinder Displacement: 677.210 cu. inches (11,149 cc / 11.1 Liters)
Cylinder Configuration: Straight-6
Engine Aspiration: Naturally-Aspirated
Max. Power Output: 232 bhp (235 PS - metric hp / 173 kW) @ 2,200 rpm
Peak Torque Output: 563 ft.lbs (764 N.m / 78 kg.m) @ 1,400 rpm
Transmission:
Type: Manual Transmission
Gears: 5-Speed Forward, 1-Speed Reverse
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Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 62
Coachbuilder: Hyundai Motor Company
Chassis: Hyundai KMJKJ18BPSC
Model: Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Engine: Hyundai D6AB-D
Airconditioning Unit: Overhead Unit
Suspension: Air-Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 45 Passengers
Shot Location: Victory Liner Pasay Terminal
Del Monte Land Transport Company
Bus Number: 530
Bus Manufacturer: Del Monte Motor Works, Inc.
Model: Del Monte DM11
Chassis: Hino RK1JST
Engine: Hino J08C-TK
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity:
Shot Location: DLTBco Cubao Terminal
Bataan Transit Company Inc
Bus number: 716
Model: Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Chassis: Hyundai KMJKJ18BPSC
Engine: Hyundai D6AB-D
Suspension: Air Suspension
Area of Operation: Provincial Operation
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 45
Shot Location: Bataan Transir Doroteo Jose Terminal Avenida
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 7029
Bus Manufacturer: Almazora Motors Corporation
Model: AMC Tourist Star RE Deluxe
Chassis: MAN R39 18.350 HOCL
Engine: MAN D2066LOH
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 49
Shot Location: Victory Liner Caloocan Terminal
+++ DISCLAIMER +++
Nothing you see here is real, even though the conversion or the presented background story might be based on historical facts. BEWARE!
Some background:
The Cessna Model 336 and 337 “Skymaster” were American twin-engine civil utility aircraft built in a unique push-pull configuration. Their engines were mounted in the nose and rear of its pod-style fuselage. Twin booms extended aft of the wings to the vertical stabilizers, with the rear engine between them. The horizontal stabilizer was aft of the pusher propeller, mounted between and connecting the two booms.
The first Skymaster, Model 336, had fixed landing gear and initially flew on February 28, 1961. It went into production in May 1963 with 195 being produced through mid-1964. In February 1965, Cessna introduced the larger Model 337 Super Skymaster with more powerful engines, retractable landing gear, and a dorsal air scoop for the rear engine (the "Super" prefix was subsequently dropped from the name). In 1966, the turbocharged T337 was introduced, and in 1973, the pressurized P337G entered production.
The type was very prolific and Cessna built 2.993 Skymasters of all variants, including 513 military O-2 (nicknamed "Oscar Deuce") versions from 1967 onwards. The latter featured underwing ordnance hard points to hold unguided rockets, gun pods or flares, and served in the forward air control (FAC) role and psychological operations (PSYOPS) by the US military between 1967 and 2010. Production in America ended in 1982, but was continued by Reims in France, with the FTB337 STOL and the military FTMA “Milirole”.
Both civil and military Cessna 336/337 version had long service careers, and some were considerably modified for new operators and uses. Among the most drastic conversions was the Spectrum SA-550, built by Spectrum Aircraft Corporation of Van Nuys, California, in the mid-1980s: Spectrum took the 336/337 airframe and removed the front engine, lengthened the nose to maintain the center of gravity, and replaced the rear piston engine with a pusher turboprop which offered more power than the combined pair of original petrol engines. The Spectrum SA-550 conversion also came together with an optional modernization package that prolonged the airframes’ service life, so that modified machines could well serve on for 20 years or more.
This drastic conversion was executed for both military and civil operators. The best-known military SA-550s were six former USAF O-2A airframes, which had been transferred to the U.S. Navy in 1983 for use as range controllers with VA-122 at NAS Lemoore, California. These aircraft were operationally nicknamed “Pelican”, due to the characteristic new nose shape, and the name unofficially caught on.
However, the SA-550 package was only adopted sporadically by private operators, but it became quite popular among several major police and fire departments. Typical duties for these machines included border/drug patrol, surveillance/observation duties (e.g. traffic, forest fire) and special tasks, including drug interdiction as well for SAR missions and undercover operations like narcotics and serialized criminal investigations. Some SA-550s were accordingly modified and individually outfitted with suitable sensors, including IR/low light cameras, searchlights, and internal auxiliary tanks. None were armed, even though some aircraft featured underwing hardpoints for external extra tanks, flare dispensers for nocturnal operations or smoke charge dispensers for ground target marking to guide water bombers to hidden forest fires.
The type’s versatility, low noise level, high travel speed and good loitering time in the operational area at low speed proved to be vital assets for these public service operators and justified its relatively high maintenance costs. A handful of the modernized Spectrum SA-550 machines were still in active service after the Millennium, primarily in the USA.
General characteristics:
Crew: 1 + 3 passengers (up to 5 passengers possible in special seat configuration)
Length: 32 ft 6½ in (9.94 m)
Wingspan: 38 ft Âľ in (11.62 m)
Height: 9 ft 2 in (2.79 m)
Wing area: 201 sq ft (18.81 m²)
Aspect ratio: 7.18:1
Airfoil: NACA 2412 at root, NACA 2409 at tip
Empty weight: 2,655 lb (1,204 kg)
Max takeoff weight: 4,400 lb (1,996 kg)
Fuel capacity: 92 US gal (77 imp gal; 350 l) normal,
128 US gal (107 imp gal; 480 l) with auxiliary tank
in the cabin instead of two passenger seats
Powerplant:
1Ă— Pratt & Whitney PT6A-27 turboprop engine, delivering 550 shp (410 kW) and
driving a four-blade McCauley fully-feathering, constant-speed propeller, 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) diameter
Performance:
Maximum speed: 199 mph (320 km/h, 173 kn) at sea level
Cruise speed: 144 mph (232 km/h, 125 kn) at 10,000 ft (3,000 m) (econ cruise)
Stall speed: 69 mph (111 km/h, 60 kn)
Range: 1421 mi (2.288 km, 1.243 nmi) at 10.000 ft (3.050 m) altitude and economy cruise
Service ceiling: 19,500 ft (5,900 m)
Rate of climb: 1,200 ft/min (6.1 m/s)
Takeoff distance to 50 ft (15m): 1,545 ft (471 m)
Landing distance from 50 ft (15m): 1,650 ft (500 m)
The kit and its assembly:
This build is the combination of ingredients that had already been stashed away for a long time, and the “Red Lights” Group Build at whatifmodellers.com in early 2021 was a good motivator and occasion to finally put everything together.
The basis is an ARII 1:72 Cessna T337 model kit – I had purchased it long ago with the expectation to create a military Skymaster from it, but I was confused by a fixed landing gear which would make it a 336? Well, without a further concrete plan the kit preliminarily landed in The Stash™…
However, the ARII model features the optional observation windows in the doors on the starboard side, in the form of a complete(!) fuselage half, so that it lends itself to a police or firefighter aircraft of some sort. This idea was furthermore fueled by a decal sheet that I had been given from a friend, left over from a 1:72 Italeri JetRanger, with three optional police helicopter markings.
The final creative element was the real-world “Pelican” conversion of six O-2As for the US Navy, as mentioned in the background above: the front engine was replaced with a longer nose and the engine configuration changed to a pusher-only aircraft with a single powerful turboprop engine. This looked so odd that I wanted to modify the ARII Cessna in a similar fashion, too, and all these factors came together in this model.
My Arii Cessna 337 kit is a re-boxing from 2009, but its origins date back to Eidai in 1972 and that’s just what you get: a vintage thing with some flash and sinkholes, raised (but fine) surface details and pretty crude seams with bulges and gaps. Some PSR is direly necessary, esp. the fit of the fuselage halves is cringeworthy. The clear parts were no source of joy, either; especially the windscreen turned out to be thick, very streaky (to a degree that I’d almost call it opaque!) and even not fully molded! The side glazing was also not very clear. I tried to improve the situation through polishing, but if the basis is already poor, there’s little you can do about it. Hrmpf.
However, the kit was built mostly OOB, including the extra O-2 glazing in the lower doors, but with some mods. One is a (barely visible) extra tank in the cabin’s rear, plus a pilot and an observer figure placed into the tight front seats. The extended “Pelican” nose was a lucky find – I was afraid that I had had to sculpt a nose from scratch with 2C putty. But I found a radome from a Hasegawa RA-5C, left over from a model I built in the Eighties and that has since long fallen apart. However, this nose fitted almost perfectly in size and shape, I just “blunted” the tip a little. Additionally, both the hull in front of the dashboard and the Vigilante radome were filled with as many lead beads as possible to keep the nose down.
The kit’s OOB spatted, fixed landing gear was retained – even though it is dubious for a Cessna 337, because this type had a fully retractable landing gear, and the model has the landing gear covers actually molded into the lower fuselage. On the other side, the Cessna 336’s fixed landing gear looks quite different, too! However, this is a what-if model, and a fixed landing gear might have been a measure to reduce maintenance costs?
The propeller was replaced with a resin four-blade aftermarket piece (from CMK, probably the best-fitting thing on this build!) on my standard metal axis/styrene tube adapter arrangement. The propeller belongs to a Shorts Tucano, but I think that it works well on the converted Cessna and its powerful pusher engine, even though in the real world, the SA-550 is AFAIK driven by a three-blade prop. For the different engine I also enlarged the dorsal air intake with a 1.5 mm piece of styrene sheet added on top of the molded original air scoop and added a pair of ventral exhaust stubs (scratched from sprue material).
Another addition is a pair of winglets, made from 0.5 mm styrene sheet – an upgrade which I found on several late Cessna 337s in various versions. They just add to the modernized look of the aircraft. For the intended observation role, a hemispherical fairing under the nose hides a 180° camera, and I added some antennae around the hull.
However, a final word concerning the model kit itself: nothing fits, be warned! While the kit is a simple affair and looks quite good in the box, assembling it turned out to be a nightmare, with flash, sinkholes, a brittle styrene and gaps everywhere. This includes the clear parts, which are pretty thick and blurry. The worst thing is the windscreen, which is not only EXTRA thick and EXTRA blurry, it was also not completely molded, with gaps on both sides. I tried to get it clearer through manual polishing, but the streaky blurs are integral – no hope for improvement unless you completely replace the parts! If I ever build a Cessna 337/O-2 again, I will give the Airfix kit a try, it can only be better…
Painting and markings:
The choice between the operator options from the JetRanger sheet was hard, it included Sweden and Italy, but I eventually settled for the LAPD because the livery looks cool and this police department not only operates helicopters, but also some fixed-wing aircraft.
I adapted the LAPD’s classic black-and-white police helicopter livery (Gloss White and Black, Humbrol 22 and 21, respectively) to the Cessna and extended it to the wings. At this point – already upset because of the poor fit of the hardware – disaster struck in the form of Humbrol’s 22 turning into a pinkish ivory upon curing! In the tin, the paint and its pigments looked pretty white and “clean”, and I assume that it’s the thinner that caused this change. What a crap! It’s probably the third tin with 22 that causes trouble, even though in different peculiarities!
The result was total rubbish, though, and I tried to rub the paint off as good as possible on the small model with its many windows, the fixed, delicate landing gear and the wing support struts. Then I overpainted the areas with Revell 301 (Semi-matt White). While this enamel yielded the intended pure white tone, the paint itself is rather gooey and not easy to work with, so that the overall finish turned out worse than desired. At least the black paint worked properly. The demarcations were created with black decal stripes (TL Modellbau), because the tiny model left little room for complex masking measures – and I did not risk any more painting accidents.
Since the aircraft would be kept shiny and clean, I just did a light black ink washing to emphasize surface details and did a light panel post-shading on the black areas, not for weathering but rather to accent surface structures. No further weathering was done (and necessary).
The markings/decals come – as mentioned above – from an Italeri 1:72 JetRanger, but they were augmented with some additional markings, e. g. grey walkways on the wings and “L-A-P-D” in large black letters under the wings, to distract from the poor finish of the white paint around them…
Finally, the kit was sealed overall with Italeri semi-gloss acrylic varnish, just with a matt anti-glare shield in front of the windscreen, which received thin white trim lines (generic decal stripes).
A challenging build due to the Arii kit’s rather poor basis, the massive rhinoplasty and the crisp paint scheme. However, I like the result – what-if models do not always have to be armed military vehicles, there’s potential in other genres, too. And this mono-engine “Pelican” Skymaster plays its role as a “flying eye” in police service credibly and well. However, this was my first and last Eidai kit…
Medyo grainy at pangit lang ang quality nito kasi malayo pa lang, kinunan ko na agad.
Company/Owner: Stella Mae Star Bus
Fleet/Bus Number: 57558
Classification: Air-conditioned City Bus
Coachbuilder: Santarosa Motor Works, Inc./Columbian Manufacturing Corporation
Body Model: Santarosa Daewoo Bus BS106
Engine Model: Doosan Infracore DE08TIS
Chassis Model: Daewoo BS106 (PL5UM52HDFK)
Transmission: 6-speed Manual Transmission
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 3Ă—2
Seating Capacity: 61
Franchise route: Pacita Complex (San Pedro, Laguna)–Navotas via EDSA
Route: Pacita Complex, San Pedro City, Laguna [PCT, LA]–Navotas City [NAV] via N1 (Manila South Road; EDSA) / E2 (South Luzon Expressway–Metro Manila Skyway) / N2 (MacArthur Highway) / N120 (Samson Road, Gen San Miguel Street, C-4 Road), R-10
Areas/landmarks/stations passing (underlines are designated stops for this bus scheme - EDSA area only: Magallanes–Ermin Garcia Avenue): Shopwise\Cataquiz Avenue\BBL Trans Terminal/Savemore San Pedro\Super 8 Grocery Warehouse\SM Center Muntinlupa\Pepsi-Cola Plant Muntinlupa\Susana Heights–Magallanes\Ayala Avenue\Buendia Avenue\Estrella\Guadalupe\Boni/Pioneer\Reliance\Shaw Boulevard\SM Megamall\Ortigas Avenue\Robinsons Galleria\Boni Serrano\Main Avenue\Araneta Center Cubao\Baliwag Transit/Five Star\Ermin Garcia Avenue\Kamuning/Kamias\East Avenue/GMA/Timog/MRT GMA Kamuning Station\NIA Road\ETON Centris/Quezon Avenue\Vertis North\Trinoma/Paramount\SM North
Muñoz/Roosevelt/LRT Roosevelt Station\Kaingin\LRT Balintawak Station/Royal\Bagong Barrio\General Tinio\Serrano\MCU Caloocan/Monumento Circle\Jollibee Pinagtipunan Circle, Potrero\Gov Pascual Avenue\Araneta Avenue\Caimito Road\University of the East Caloocan\SM Center Sangandaan\Letre\Malabon Citysquare/Fisher Mall Malabon\Dagat-Dagatan Avenue\Longos\Tañong/M. Naval Street
Type of Operation: City Operation Public Utility Bus (Bus C Segregation | Regular Class)
Area of Operations: CALABARZON (Region IV-A) / National Capital Region (NCR)
Shot location: EDSA-Boni, Mandaluyong City
Date and time taken: May 14, 2018 (6:28H)
Notices:
* Please DON'T GRAB A PHOTO WITHOUT A PERMISSION. If you're going to GRAB IT, please give A CREDIT TO THE OWNER. Also, don't PRINT SCREEN my photos.
** If I have mistakes on the specifications, please comment in a good manner so that I can edit it immediately.
*** The specifications and routes (for provincial, inter-provincial, and city operation) mentioned above are subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice.
**** The vehicle's registration plate(s), conduction sticker(s), and/or persons (if applicable) were pixelated/blurred to prevent any conflict with the photographer, the bus company and/or to the car owner for their security and/or privacy purposes. So, don't use their plate number, conduction sticker, and vehicle tag as an evidence for any incident. And, I have taken this photo for bus fanatics, bus enthusiasts, and bus lovers purposes.
Commuter Bus Corp.
Bus Number: 8148
Bus Manufacturer: Wuzhoulong Motors Co., Ltd.
Model: Wuzhoulong FDG6128
Chassis:
Engine:
Suspension:
Seating Configuration:
Capacity:
Shot Location: Balintawak
Company/Owner: Victory Liner, Inc.
Fleet/Bus Number: 57
Classification: Air-conditioned Provincial Bus
Coachbuilder: Hyundai Motor Company
Body Model: Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Engine Model: Hyundai D6AB (Q300)
Chassis Model: Hyundai Universe (KMJKJ18BP8C)
Transmission: 5-speed Manual Transmission
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2Ă—2
Seating Capacity: 45
Route: Olongapo City, Zambales–Monumento, Caloocan CIty via Jose Abad Santos Avenue (Olongapo–Gapan Road)
Municipalities/cities passing: Tipo (Hermosa)/Dinalupihan/Lubao/Guagua/Bacolor/San Fernando City
Type of Operation: Provincial Operation Public Utility Bus (Express Regular Class)
Area of Operation: Central Luzon (Region III)
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Company/Owner: Victory Liner, Inc.
Fleet/Bus Number: 8156 (former 1259)
Classification: Air-conditioned Inter-provincial Bus
Coachbuilder: Hyundai Motor Company
Body Model: Hyundai Universe Space Classic (with Xpress Prime emblem)
Engine Model: Hyundai D6HA (H380)
Chassis Model: Hyundai Universe (KMJKJ18LP8C)
Transmission: 5-speed Manual Transmission
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2Ă—2
Seating Capacity: 45
Route: Baguio City, Benguet–Olongapo City, Zambales via Aspiras–Palispis Highway / Pugo–Rosario Road / MacArthur Highway / Magalang–Concepcion Road / SCTEX-Concepcion–SCTEX-NLEX Connector–NLEX-Dau / Dau Access Road–NLEX-San Fernando / Jose Abad Santos Avenue (Olongapo–Gapan Road)
Municipalities/cities passing: Tuba/Pugo/Rosario/Sison/Pozorrubio/Binalonan/Urdaneta City/Villasis/Carmen (Rosales)/San Manuel/Moncada/Paniqui/Gerona/Tarlac City/Capas/Concepcion–Dau (Mabalacat City)–San Fernando City/Bacolor/Guagua/Lubao/Dinalupihan/Tipo (Hermosa)
Type of Operation: Inter-regional, inter-provincial Operation Public Utility Bus (Regular Class)
Area of Operations: Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) / Central Luzon (Region III)
Shot Location: Victory Liner Terminal, Barangay Dolores, San Fernando City, Pampanga
Date Taken: August 25, 2015
Notices:
* Please DON'T GRAB A PHOTO WITHOUT A PERMISSION. If you're going to GRAB IT, please give A CREDIT TO THE OWNER. Also, don't PRINT SCREEN my photos.
** If I have mistakes on the specifications, please comment in a good manner so that I can edit it immediately.
*** The specifications and routes (for provincial, inter-provincial, and city operation) mentioned above are subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice.
**** The vehicle's registration plate(s), conduction sticker(s), and/or persons (if applicable) were pixelated/blurred to prevent any conflict with the photographer, the bus company and/or to the car owner for their security and/or privacy purposes. So, don't use their plate number, conduction sticker, and vehicle tag as an evidence for any incident. And, I have taken this photo for bus fanatics, bus enthusiasts, and bus lovers purposes.
another shot :)
Red Phoenix Livery
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 8007
Model : KingLong Xmq 6118 Y
Coachbuilder : Xiamen King Long United
Chassis : LKLR1HSH86B6
Engine : Nissan Diesel PE6T
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Capacity: 49
Shot Location: Victory Liner Pasay Terminal
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 57
Capacity: 45; 2x2 seating configuration
Body: Hyundai Motos Korea
Model: 2008 Hyundai Universe Space Luxury
Engine: Hyundai
Fare: Airconditioned
Aircon System: Hyundai overhead a/c
Transmission System: M/T
Shot Location: Victory Liner Terminal Cubao Quezon City
Sta Lucia
Bus Number: 1
Coachbuilder: Lucky 888 Bus Builders, Inc.
Model: Lucky 888 (King Long XMQ6126) Replica
Engine: Hino J08E-JP
Transmission: 6 speed Manual
Chassis: Dongfeng EQ6115RCD
Suspension: Leaf Spring
Seating Configuration:
Capacity:
Shot Location A.boni
San Agustin Trans
Bus Number: 9965
Model: Hino RK Victory Model
Engine: Hino JO8C-TK
Chassis: RK1JMT
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x3 Layout
Seating Capacity: 56 Seater
Shot Location: Pasay
Company/Owner: Pangasinan Five Star Bus Company, Inc.
Fleet/Bus Number: 1127 (former 1008)
Classification: Air-conditioned Provincial Bus
Coachbuilder: Five Star Bus Body
Body Model: MAN/Five Star Higer A50 replica R39
Engine Model: MAN D2066LOH12
Chassis Model: MAN 18.350 HOCL (PBMR39)
Transmission: 6-speed Manual Transmission
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2Ă—2
Seating Capacity: 49
Route: Tuguegarao City, Cagayan–Cubao, Quezon City via N1 (Maharlika Highway) / Pangasinan–Nueva Ecija Road / TPLEX-Pura–SCTEX-Amucao–NLEX-Balintawak
Municipalities/cities passing: Peñablanca/San Pablo/Cabagan/Tumauini/Ilagan City/Gamu/Naguilian/Reina Mercedes/Cauayan City/Alicia/Echague/Quezon (San Isidro)/Santiago City/Cordon/Diadi/Bagabag/Solano/Bayombong/Bambang/Ineangan (Dupax del Norte)/Gabut (Dupax del Sur)/Aritao/Santa Fe/Carranglan/San Jose City/Science City of Muñoz/Talavera/Santo Domingo/Guimba/Pura
Type of Operation: Provincial Operation Public Utility Bus (Regular Class)
Area of Operation: Cagayan Valley (Region II)
Shot Location: Maharlika Highway, Mabini, Santiago City, Isabela
Date Taken: February 1, 2016
Notices:
* Please DON'T GRAB A PHOTO WITHOUT A PERMISSION. If you're going to GRAB IT, please give A CREDIT TO THE OWNER. Also, don't PRINT SCREEN my photos.
** If I have mistakes on the specifications, please comment in a good manner so that I can edit it immediately.
*** The specifications and routes (for provincial, inter-provincial, and city operation) mentioned above are subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice.
**** The vehicle's registration plate(s), conduction sticker(s), and/or persons (if applicable) were pixelated/blurred to prevent any conflict with the photographer, the bus company and/or to the car owner for their security and/or privacy purposes. So, don't use their plate number, conduction sticker, and vehicle tag as an evidence for any incident. And, I have taken this photo for bus fanatics, bus enthusiasts, and bus lovers purposes.
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 1923
Model: SR Exfoh
Chassis: Nissan Diesel RB46S
Engine: Nissan Diesel PE6-T
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 49
Shot Location: Cubao
Philippine Transport Company
Bus number: 765
Classification: Airconditioned Provincial Operation Bus
Coachbuilder: Santarosa Philippines Motor Works, Incorporated
Chassis: MAN Diesel 753 16.290 HOC
Model: SR Modulo 290
Engine: MAN Diesel D2866TOH
Airconditioning Unit: Overhead Unit
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 48 Passengers
Shot Location: Pasay
Victory Liner Inc.
Bus Number: 1566
Bus Manufacturer: Pilipinas Hino, Inc.
Rebodied Model: Hino Prototype *Generic*
Former Bus Manufacturer: Santarosa Motor Works, Inc.
Former Model: SR Flextar
Chassis: Nissan Diesel RB46S
Engine: Nissan Diesel PE6-T
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 3x2
Capacity: 66
Shot Location: Victory Liner Caloocan Terminal
Odd seating configuration.
Raymond Transportation 7158
Company/Owner: Raymond Transportation, Inc.
Route: Naga-Cubao/PITX
Area of Service: Camarines Sur, Bicol Region (R5)
Type of Service: PUB Provincial Operation Bus
Classification: Deluxe Economy Airconditioned Bus
Coachbuilder: Zhongtong Bus Holdings, Ltd.
Model: LCK6118 "Elegance"
Chassis: LDYGCS
Engine: WP7.300E50
Transmission: M/T
Speed: 6 Forward, 1 Reverse
Suspension Type: Airsuspension
Seat Configuration: 2x3 with CR
Maximum Capacity: 56+2
Shot Location: Parañaque Integrated Terminal Exchange, Parañaque City
Date Taken: December 30, 2022
Genesis Transport
Bus Number: 818287
Manufacturer: Santarosa Motor Works Inc. Philippines
Body: Santarosa Philippines
Model: SR NV620
Chassis: Nissan Diesel JA450SSN
Engine: Nissan Diesel PF6A
Suspension: Leaf Spring Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Capacity: 49
Shot Location: NLEX
Kagagaling lang nito ng LAO or VGN. Bandang 7:25 pm ko ito nakunan sa terminal.
Company/Owner: GMW Trans/GV Florida Transport, Inc.
Fleet/Bus Number: 45
Classification: Air-conditioned Inter-provincial Bus
Coachbuilder: (Suzhou) Higer Bus Company, Ltd.
Body Model: Higer KLQ6118H
Engine Model: Yuchai YC6L280-30 (L38MA/L53SA)
Chassis Model: Higer KLQ6118HKQE3A (LKLR1GS**EB)
Transmission: 6-speed Manual Transmission
Suspension: Air Suspension
Seating Configuration: 2Ă—2
Seating Capacity: 45
Franchise route: Vigan (Ilocos Sur)–Santiago City(?)
Route: Vigan City, Ilocos Sur–Santiago City, Isabela via N2 (MacArthur Highway) and N1 (Maharlika Highway)
Municipalities/cities passing: Bantay/San Ildefonso/Santo Domingo/Magsingal/San Juan/Cabugao/Sinait/Badoc/Pinili/Currimao/Paoay or Batac City/San Nicolas/Laoag City/Bacarra/Pasuquin/Burgos/Bangui/Pagudpud/Santa Praxedes/Claveria/Sanchez-Mira/Pamplona/Abulug/Ballesteros/Aparri/Allacapan/Lal-lo/Gattaran/Alcala/Amulung/Iguig/Tuguegarao City/San Mateo-Tuguegarao Road: Maddarulug [Santo Domingo (Solana)]/Enrile/Santa Maria/Rizal/Quezon/Mallig/Roxas/San Manuel/Aurora/Cabatuan/San Mateo/Ramon or via Maharlika Highway: Peñablanca/San Pablo/Cabagan/Tumauini/Ilagan City/Gamu/Naguilian/Reina Mercedes/Cauayan City/Alicia/Echague/San Isidro
Type of Operation: Inter-regional, Inter-provincial Operation Public Utility Bus (Regular Class)
Area of Operations: Ilocos Region (Region I) / Cagayan Valley (Region II)
Shot Location: GV Florida Bus Terminal, Barangay Villasis, Santiago City, Isabela
Date Taken: May 20, 2018 (19:25H)
Notices:
* Please DON'T GRAB A PHOTO WITHOUT A PERMISSION. If you're going to GRAB IT, please give A CREDIT TO THE OWNER. Also, don't PRINT SCREEN my photos.
** If I have mistakes on the specifications, please comment in a good manner so that I can edit it immediately.
*** The specifications and routes (for provincial, inter-provincial, and city operation) mentioned above are subjected for verification and may be changed without prior notice.
**** The vehicle's registration plate(s), conduction sticker(s), and/or persons (if applicable) were pixelated/blurred to prevent any conflict with the photographer, the bus company and/or to the car owner for their security and/or privacy purposes. So, don't use their plate number, conduction sticker, and vehicle tag as an evidence for any incident. And, I have taken this photo for bus fanatics, bus enthusiasts, and bus lovers purposes.
Dela Rosa Transit
Bus Number: 8856
Coachbuilder: Guilin Daewoo Bus Company, Ltd.
Model: Guilin Daewoo
Chassis Model:
Suspension:
Engine Model:
Seating Configuration:
Capacity:
Shot Location: Balintawak
Bus number: 2123
Area of Operation: Provincial Operation
Classification: Air-Conditioned
Seating Configuration: 2x2
Seating Capacity: 49 Passengers
Old Bus Body Model: Almazora Lion Star
New Bus Body Model: SR Modulo 310
Transmission: Manual Transmission
Bus Body Re-Manufacturer: Santarosa Motor Works Inc. Philippines
Chassis: MAN 18.310 HOCL
Engine: MAN D2866LOH27
Suspension: Air Suspension
Shot Location: Victory Liner Cubao Terminal
another shot ko po sa kanya >> www.flickr.com/photos/rustyczeon/6409010167/in/photostream