Bustype: Fjern- & turistbus

Van Hool N.V., Lier-Koningshooikt (B)

Foto: Van Hool T917 "Altano" (reklamefoto)
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The T9 Altano, with an A as in Attractive

The name of this new type of coach, Altano, refers to its most characteristic feature, i.e. the height of the underfloor baggage space (altus, high). This 3-axle coach is available in 13m length. Being 2.55m wide, it follows the latest trend.

The lower deck of this high-decker consists of a separate cabin for the driver and guide and a baggage compartment. Fitted with air conditioning, the total baggage capacity is ??? m³ on the T917. Two flights of stairs (at front and centre) give access to the passenger compartment which runs the entire length of the upper deck, right to the front. Up to 65 travellers can be seated in the T917, depending on whether it concerns a 2-, 3- or 4-star seating configuration. Other seating arrangements, with seats from a wide range, from luxurious to comfortable, are also possible.

As a worthy link in the range, this high-decker has the typical T9-features: a stainless steel underframe, a solid construction, independent front wheel suspension with disc brakes, a roll-over structure, an ergonomic dashboard with a centrally located LCD information screen, integrated air conditioning etc.

Of course the Altano has the familiar yet elegant looks of the T9. The design of the front section is derived from the T9 double-deck coach.

These features and an engine that provides more than adequate horsepower make this vehicle ideal for travelling long distances in comfort.

Due to tradition, Van Hool’s Altano model is particularly popular on the French and Spanish market. Its success there is due mainly to the effective combination of a large passenger capacity and an enormous baggage space.