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| name = UD SLF
| name = UD SLF
| manufacturer = [[UD Trucks]]
| manufacturer = [[UD Trucks]]
| production = 2015-present
| production = 2015–present
| predecessor =
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| platform =
| platform =
| body_style = [[Single-decker bus]]
| body_style = [[Single-decker bus]]
| doors = 2
| doors = 2 doors
| floortype = [[Low-floor bus|Semi low-floor]] (640mm)
| floortype = [[Low-floor bus|Semi-low-floor]] (640mm)
| engine = GH8 (230 hp at 2200rpm)
| engine = GH8 (230 hp at 2200rpm)
| transmission = ZF 6-speed automatic
| transmission = ZF 6-speed automatic
| length = 12 meter
| length = 12 metres
| width =
| width = 2.5 metres
| height =
| height = 3.0 metres
| weight =
| weight =
| wheelbase =
| wheelbase =
| aka =
| capacity = 36 seated
| related = [[UD BRT]]
| related = [[UD BRT]]
| designer =
| designer =
}}
}}
The '''UD SLF''' is a [[Rear-engine design|rear-engined]] [[single-decker bus]] and also a semi low-floor city bus.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorindiaonline.in/buses/ud-city-buses-begin-pilot-operations-in-bengaluru/|title=UD city buses begin pilot operations in Bengaluru|website=www.motorindiaonline.in}}</ref> The other city buses of UD is '''UD BRT'''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/about-us/organization/our-global-presence/volvo-group-india/brands-that-exists-in-india.html|title=Brands that exists in India|website=www.volvogroup.com}}</ref>
The '''UD SLF''' is a [[Rear-engine design|rear-engined]] [[single-decker bus]], and also a [[Low-floor bus|semi-low-floor]] [[city bus]] made by the [[UD Trucks]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorindiaonline.in/buses/ud-city-buses-begin-pilot-operations-in-bengaluru/|title=UD city buses begin pilot operations in Bengaluru|website=www.motorindiaonline.in}}</ref> The other city buses of UD is the '''UD BRT'''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/about-us/organization/our-global-presence/volvo-group-india/brands-that-exists-in-india.html|title=Brands that exists in India|website=www.volvogroup.com}}</ref> The BRT is an [[articulated bus]] unlike the SLF, which is a [[rigid bus]].


== About ==
== About ==
The '''SLF''' is named from [[Numeral prefix|'''s'''emi]] [[Low-floor bus|'''l'''ow-'''f'''loor]]. (Incidentally, the [[UD BRT|BRT]] is named from [[Bus rapid transit|'''b'''us '''r'''apid '''t'''ransit]]. )
It has 36 seats and [[Denso]] air-conditioning.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/commercial-vehicles/165214-bmtc-begins-volvo-ud-city-bus-trials.html|title=BMTC begins Volvo UD City Bus Trials - Team-BHP|publisher=}}</ref>


The '''GH8''' engine is 6 cylinder 8 liter Euro IV diesel engine (turbocharged and intercooled), and [[ZF Friedrichshafen|ZF]] 6-speed automatic (230 hp at 2200rpm).<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.slideshare.net/sagar1122/volvo-ud-slf-buses-trial-run-starts-in-bengaluru|title=Volvo UD SLF Buses trial run starts in Bengaluru|first=|last=RushLane|date=23 June 2015|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.rushlane.com/volvo-ud-slf-buses-bengaluru-12154940.html|title=Volvo UD SLF buses begin customer trial runs in Bengaluru|website=www.rushlane.com}}</ref>
It has 36 seats and [[Denso]] [[air-conditioning]],<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/commercial-vehicles/165214-bmtc-begins-volvo-ud-city-bus-trials.html|title=BMTC begins Volvo UD City Bus Trials - Team-BHP|publisher=}}</ref> and is 12 meters length.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.rushlane.com/volvo-ud-slf-buses-bengaluru-12154940.html|title=Volvo UD SLF buses begin customer trial runs in Bengaluru|website=www.rushlane.com|date=23 June 2015 }}</ref>


The '''GH8''' engine is 6 cylinder 8 liter Euro IV diesel engine (turbocharged and intercooled), and [[ZF Friedrichshafen|ZF]] 6-speed automatic (230&nbsp;hp at 2200rpm).<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.slideshare.net/sagar1122/volvo-ud-slf-buses-trial-run-starts-in-bengaluru|title=Volvo UD SLF Buses trial run starts in Bengaluru|last=RushLane|date=23 June 2015|publisher=}}</ref>
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Anti-lock Brake System, Door Brake System, Neutral Bus Stopping and 3-point seat belt are installed.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://autotechreview.com/news/ud-slf-bus-begins-customer-trials-in-bangalore|title=UD SLF Bus Begins Customer Trials In Bangalore|first=Auto Tech|last=Review|website=autotechreview.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://automotiveindianews.com/volvo-makes-global-launch-of-ud-buses-in-india-bmtc-takes-trial-units/|title=Volvo makes global launch of UD buses in India, BMTC takes trial units - automotiveindianews|website=automotiveindianews.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.busworldlatinamerica.org/news-and-media/article/2489|title=UD CITY BUSES BEGIN PILOT OPERATIONS IN BENGALURU|website=www.busworldlatinamerica.org}}</ref>


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Anti-lock Brake System, Door Brake System, Neutral Bus Stopping and 3-point [[seatbelt|seat belt]]s are installed.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://autotechreview.com/news/ud-slf-bus-begins-customer-trials-in-bangalore|title=UD SLF Bus Begins Customer Trials In Bangalore|first=Auto Tech|last=Review|website=autotechreview.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://automotiveindianews.com/volvo-makes-global-launch-of-ud-buses-in-india-bmtc-takes-trial-units/|title=Volvo makes global launch of UD buses in India, BMTC takes trial units - automotiveindianews|website=automotiveindianews.com|date=20 June 2015 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.busworldlatinamerica.org/news-and-media/article/2489|title=UD CITY BUSES BEGIN PILOT OPERATIONS IN BENGALURU|website=www.busworldlatinamerica.org}}</ref>
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The manufacturer is [[UD Trucks]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.oemoffhighway.com/engineering-manufacturing/press-release/11354333/volvo-group-introducing-ud-bus-range|title=Volvo Group introducing UD bus range|website=www.oemoffhighway.com}}</ref> The body of prototype was made by Volvo Buses India, but the body of main model is made by Volvo/SM Kannapa JV plant.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.focusontransport.co.za/regulars/focus-on-bus-and-coach/bus-and-coach/2704-ud-buses-on-trial-in-india.html|title=UD Buses on trial in India|first=|last=Administrator|website=FOCUS On Transport and Logistics}}</ref>

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The manufacturer of the bus is [[UD Trucks]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.oemoffhighway.com/engineering-manufacturing/press-release/11354333/volvo-group-introducing-ud-bus-range|title=Volvo Group introducing UD bus range|website=www.oemoffhighway.com|date=19 March 2014 }}</ref> The body of prototype was made by Volvo Buses India, but the body of main model is made by Volvo/SM Kannapa JV plant.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.focusontransport.co.za/regulars/focus-on-bus-and-coach/bus-and-coach/2704-ud-buses-on-trial-in-india.html|title=UD Buses on trial in India|last=Administrator|website=FOCUS On Transport and Logistics|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20171201031648/http://www.focusontransport.co.za/regulars/focus-on-bus-and-coach/bus-and-coach/2704-ud-buses-on-trial-in-india.html|archivedate=2017-12-01}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
In 2014, the [[Volvo]] Group introduced '''UD Buses''' project.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.rushlane.com/volvo-group-ud-buses-production-to-begin-in-india-in-2014-exports-planned-12113579.html|title=Volvo Group UD buses production to begin in India in 2014, exports planned|website=www.rushlane.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorindiaonline.in/buses/volvo-begins-new-chapter-india-launching-ud-buses/|title=Volvo begins new chapter in India by launching UD buses|website=www.motorindiaonline.in}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/volvo-launches-ud-buses-in-india-114031900330_1.html|title=Volvo launches UD Buses in India|first=Mahesh|last=Kulkarni|date=19 March 2014|publisher=|via=Business Standard}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/Volvo-introduces-UD-buses/articleshow/32297375.cms|title=Volvo introduces UD buses - Times of India|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.truckaurbus.com/content/news/3414/volvo-launches-new-bus-range-in-india|title=Volvo launches new bus range in India • TRUCK AUR BUS|website=www.truckaurbus.com}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.team-bhp.com/news/volvo-group-introduces-ud-buses-india|title=Volvo Group introduces UD buses in India - Team-BHP|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/business/volvo-to-launch-ud-buses-in-value-segment/article5805952.ece|title=Volvo to launch UD buses in value segment|date=19 March 2014|publisher=|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> The UD Buses is included the [[Volvo Buses]],<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/VolvoBusIndia/status/632078340686352384|title=Volvo at the #ASRTU2015 #ICEPTI2015 in #Delhi. Showcased #Volvo 8400, #UD SLF & #Eicher Midi bus @VolvoBusGlobal pic.twitter.com/gxUlkRnLIF|first=Volvo Buses in|last=India|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/what-we-do/in-the-city.html|title=In the city|website=www.volvogroup.com}}</ref> and includes city buses and coaches.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/what-we-do/our-brands.html#volvo-brands|title=Our Brands - Volvo Group|website=www.volvogroup.com}}</ref> The market of UD Buses is [[India]] at first, but it will be other [[Asia]]n country finally, too.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/news/2014/mar/news-146670.html|title=Volvo Group introduces UD buses|publisher=Volvo Group}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvobuses.in/en-in/news/2014/volvo-group-introduces-ud-buses.html|title=VOLVO GROUP INTRODUCES UD BUSES|publisher=Volvo Buses}}</ref>
In 2014, the [[Volvo]] Group introduced '''UD Buses''' project.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.rushlane.com/volvo-group-ud-buses-production-to-begin-in-india-in-2014-exports-planned-12113579.html|title=Volvo Group UD buses production to begin in India in 2014, exports planned|website=www.rushlane.com|date=20 March 2014 }}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.motorindiaonline.in/buses/volvo-begins-new-chapter-india-launching-ud-buses/|title=Volvo begins new chapter in India by launching UD buses|website=www.motorindiaonline.in}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/companies/volvo-launches-ud-buses-in-india-114031900330_1.html|title=Volvo launches UD Buses in India|first=Mahesh|last=Kulkarni|date=19 March 2014|publisher=|via=Business Standard}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/Volvo-introduces-UD-buses/articleshow/32297375.cms|title=Volvo introduces UD buses - Times of India|newspaper=The Times of India |date=19 March 2014 |publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.truckaurbus.com/content/news/3414/volvo-launches-new-bus-range-in-india|title=Volvo launches new bus range in India • TRUCK AUR BUS|website=www.truckaurbus.com|url-status=dead|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150321165412/http://www.truckaurbus.com/content/news/3414/volvo-launches-new-bus-range-in-india|archivedate=2015-03-21}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.team-bhp.com/news/volvo-group-introduces-ud-buses-india|title=Volvo Group introduces UD buses in India - Team-BHP|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/business/volvo-to-launch-ud-buses-in-value-segment/article5805952.ece|title=Volvo to launch UD buses in value segment|newspaper=The Hindu |date=19 March 2014|publisher=|via=www.thehindu.com}}</ref> The UD Buses is included the [[Volvo Buses]],<ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/VolvoBusIndia/status/632078340686352384|title=Volvo at the #ASRTU2015 #ICEPTI2015 in #Delhi. Showcased #Volvo 8400, #UD SLF & #Eicher Midi bus @VolvoBusGlobal pic.twitter.com/gxUlkRnLIF|first=Volvo Buses in|last=India|publisher=}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/what-we-do/in-the-city.html|title=In the city|website=www.volvogroup.com}}</ref> and includes city buses and coaches.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/what-we-do/our-brands.html#volvo-brands|title=Our Brands - Volvo Group|website=www.volvogroup.com}}</ref> The market of UD Buses is [[India]] at first, but it will be other [[Asia]]n country finally, too.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/news/2014/mar/news-146670.html|title=Volvo Group introduces UD buses|publisher=Volvo Group}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.volvobuses.in/en-in/news/2014/volvo-group-introduces-ud-buses.html|title=VOLVO GROUP INTRODUCES UD BUSES|publisher=Volvo Buses}}</ref>


In 2015, the prototype of the UD SLF was started running at [[Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation]] in [[Bangalore]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/current-affairs/bmtc-begins-trials-of-volvo-s-ud-city-bus-115062100749_1.html|title=BMTC begins trials of Volvo's UD city bus|first=B. S.|last=Reporter|date=21 June 2015|publisher=|via=Business Standard}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/VolvoBusIndia/status/612119474552987648|title=A new chapter for @VolvoBusGlobal @VolvoGroup #UDBuses city bus trials begin in #India. @UDTrucks|first=Volvo Buses in|last=India|publisher=}}</ref>
In 2015, the prototype of the UD SLF was started running at [[Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation]] in [[Bangalore]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.business-standard.com/article/current-affairs/bmtc-begins-trials-of-volvo-s-ud-city-bus-115062100749_1.html|title=BMTC begins trials of Volvo's UD city bus|first=B. S.|last=Reporter|date=21 June 2015|publisher=|via=Business Standard}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://twitter.com/VolvoBusIndia/status/612119474552987648|title=A new chapter for @VolvoBusGlobal @VolvoGroup #UDBuses city bus trials begin in #India. @UDTrucks|first=Volvo Buses in|last=India|publisher=}}</ref>

== References ==
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== See also ==
== See also ==
{{Portal|Buses}}
* [[UD Trucks]]
* [[UD Trucks]]
* [[UD Buses]]
* [[UD BRT]]
* [[UD BRT]]
* [[UD Quester]]
* [[UD Croner]]
* [[UD Kuzer]]
* [[Volvo Buses]]
* [[Volvo Buses]]


== External links ==
== References ==
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{{reflist}}
* [http://www.volvogroup.com/en-en/about-us/organization/our-global-presence/volvo-group-india/brands-that-exists-in-india.html Official website]

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Latest revision as of 04:06, 17 April 2024

UD SLF
Overview
ManufacturerUD Trucks
Production2015–present
Body and chassis
ClassComplete bus
Bus chassis
Body styleSingle-decker bus
Doors2 doors
Floor typeSemi-low-floor (640mm)
RelatedUD BRT
Powertrain
EngineGH8 (230 hp at 2200rpm)
Capacity36 seated
TransmissionZF 6-speed automatic
Dimensions
Length12 metres
Width2.5 metres
Height3.0 metres

The UD SLF is a rear-engined single-decker bus, and also a semi-low-floor city bus made by the UD Trucks.[1] The other city buses of UD is the UD BRT.[2] The BRT is an articulated bus unlike the SLF, which is a rigid bus.

About[edit]

The SLF is named from semi low-floor. (Incidentally, the BRT is named from bus rapid transit. )

It has 36 seats and Denso air-conditioning,[3] and is 12 meters length.[4]

The GH8 engine is 6 cylinder 8 liter Euro IV diesel engine (turbocharged and intercooled), and ZF 6-speed automatic (230 hp at 2200rpm).[5]

Anti-lock Brake System, Door Brake System, Neutral Bus Stopping and 3-point seat belts are installed.[6][7][8]

The manufacturer of the bus is UD Trucks.[9] The body of prototype was made by Volvo Buses India, but the body of main model is made by Volvo/SM Kannapa JV plant.[10]

History[edit]

In 2014, the Volvo Group introduced UD Buses project.[11][12][13][14][15][16][17] The UD Buses is included the Volvo Buses,[18][19] and includes city buses and coaches.[20] The market of UD Buses is India at first, but it will be other Asian country finally, too.[21][22]

In 2015, the prototype of the UD SLF was started running at Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation in Bangalore.[23][24]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "UD city buses begin pilot operations in Bengaluru". www.motorindiaonline.in.
  2. ^ "Brands that exists in India". www.volvogroup.com.
  3. ^ "BMTC begins Volvo UD City Bus Trials - Team-BHP".
  4. ^ "Volvo UD SLF buses begin customer trial runs in Bengaluru". www.rushlane.com. 23 June 2015.
  5. ^ RushLane (23 June 2015). "Volvo UD SLF Buses trial run starts in Bengaluru".
  6. ^ Review, Auto Tech. "UD SLF Bus Begins Customer Trials In Bangalore". autotechreview.com.
  7. ^ "Volvo makes global launch of UD buses in India, BMTC takes trial units - automotiveindianews". automotiveindianews.com. 20 June 2015.
  8. ^ "UD CITY BUSES BEGIN PILOT OPERATIONS IN BENGALURU". www.busworldlatinamerica.org.
  9. ^ "Volvo Group introducing UD bus range". www.oemoffhighway.com. 19 March 2014.
  10. ^ Administrator. "UD Buses on trial in India". FOCUS On Transport and Logistics. Archived from the original on 2017-12-01.
  11. ^ "Volvo Group UD buses production to begin in India in 2014, exports planned". www.rushlane.com. 20 March 2014.
  12. ^ "Volvo begins new chapter in India by launching UD buses". www.motorindiaonline.in.
  13. ^ Kulkarni, Mahesh (19 March 2014). "Volvo launches UD Buses in India" – via Business Standard.
  14. ^ "Volvo introduces UD buses - Times of India". The Times of India. 19 March 2014.
  15. ^ "Volvo launches new bus range in India • TRUCK AUR BUS". www.truckaurbus.com. Archived from the original on 2015-03-21.
  16. ^ "Volvo Group introduces UD buses in India - Team-BHP".
  17. ^ "Volvo to launch UD buses in value segment". The Hindu. 19 March 2014 – via www.thehindu.com.
  18. ^ India, Volvo Buses in. "Volvo at the #ASRTU2015 #ICEPTI2015 in #Delhi. Showcased #Volvo 8400, #UD SLF & #Eicher Midi bus @VolvoBusGlobal pic.twitter.com/gxUlkRnLIF".
  19. ^ "In the city". www.volvogroup.com.
  20. ^ "Our Brands - Volvo Group". www.volvogroup.com.
  21. ^ "Volvo Group introduces UD buses". Volvo Group.
  22. ^ "VOLVO GROUP INTRODUCES UD BUSES". Volvo Buses.
  23. ^ Reporter, B. S. (21 June 2015). "BMTC begins trials of Volvo's UD city bus" – via Business Standard.
  24. ^ India, Volvo Buses in. "A new chapter for @VolvoBusGlobal @VolvoGroup #UDBuses city bus trials begin in #India. @UDTrucks".
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