JBM Electric Vehicles Pvt. Limited has initiated the journey of becoming a technology oriented Bus Manufacturer in India with its state of the art product called CITYLIFE. The bus has been created to deliver convenience, safety, comfort and passenger delight by offering world-class travelling experience on Indian roads.
The product lineup of JBM Motors offers a cutting edge in its vehicles for the market. The brand has an in-house engineering and design centre, which has capability from Design to Deliver. BrendaMenarinbus (BMB) is the technology partner for JBM Motors and as a valued partner BMB brings to the table stringent quality standards, domain know-how, having proven track record in Europe. The division weaves in a seamless bond with the Group’s offering due to the company’s in-house base of varied auto components.
Pioneers in first ever BS6/EURO 6 low floor city bus – CITYLIFE in India
Low floor buses indigenously manufactured under the ‘Make in India’ initiative
Incorporated global technologies providing highest levels of comfort & safety
Optimally customised to suit Indian conditions and topography
Offer fuel efficiency and performance using green technology, thereby reducing the carbon footprint
Designed for various applications such as city, school, staff and tarmac
EURO STILE Overview
- True Ultra Low floor Bus, having no step floor in the passanger saloon
- Complete vehicle design using 3D simulation of all aspects of design and configuration, including drive ergonomics, passenger Movement and Seating
- Fully modeled on 3D CAD Systems with 100% Engineering Analysis on CAE, with state-of-the-art validation and testing.
- AC airflow and engine Room Analysis carried out with elaborate CFD.
- The vehicle is configured at extremely high panoramic visibility from external and internal perspective, resulting in best class view both from outside and inside.
- All seats and passenger area have ample head room.
- The vehicle has evolved from tried and proven performance of AVANCITY Bus of BMB Italy. It is robust enough to cover a journey from Euro 3 to Euro 6 by covering over 120 million KMs across emerging and developed global terrains.
- Functional, aesthetic and endurance led design has been elaborately carried out by JBM-TESCO, Europe – a JBM Group Company, through continual inputs from technologically advanced virtual testing.
GLOBAL TEK Overview
- CITYLIFE is built using world-class aggregates from US and europe’s largest aggregate manufactures.
- Steering system ad inverted portal Axle from Germany.
- Independent front suspension from Italy
- Technically advanced Engine from India and USA
- Globally proved Air Conditioner
- Robust Automatic Transmission
INTEGRA-DURALIFE
Monocoque StructureFeature: Monocoque frame with tubular structure
Benefit: Safety and Durability
CITYLIFE deploys a unique Monocoque frame, designed for extreme rigidity and torsion stiffness. The structure blends latest light-weighting concepts to provide ultimate strength and lightest weight. Designed for high safety norms as per European Standards for frontal collision, roll over and side impact. Coated internally and externally for a long corrosion free life.
SAFE-STOP
EBS & ABS for All Disc-brakesFeature: Safe and reliable braking
Benefit: Safety
All around vented disc braking system designed with German technology provides surest safety stopping in shortest distances. Equipped with EBS & ABS the SAFE-STOP brakes provide life saving stopping in all weather and driving conditions. Retarder System which is in-built in the transmission provides additional braking on down slope of flyovers and gradients.
EZ-CLEAN
Monocoque StructureFeature: Ease of cleaning
Benefit: Safety, comfort and hygiene
Seats and stanchions are not mounted on the floor. Therefore, there are no parts to hurt commuters' toes. There are no corners to collect dirt. EZ-Clean floor is cleanable and washable using basic methods practiced at Indian Bus Depots.
PRO-GREEN
Green SafeFeature: : Fueling Green Energy
Benefit: Safety
The CNG System is designed for easy inspection of Joints & Valves from the side of the bus and is equipped with auto shut off valves for added safety.Only 4 Cylinders are required, reducing the number of joints and improving reliability. The CNG cylinders are carried on a rack for easy inspection and inter-changeability. The Engine Room is equipped with Fire Detection and Fire Suppression system (optional).
PRO-DRIVE
Proven DrivelineFeature: Well synchronized proven driveline
Benefit: Performance
CITYLIFE has electronically controlled state-ofthe-art engine and well matched Automatic Transmission with Retarder. It also has Inverted Portal Axle with higher rear axle ratio resulting in higher wheel torque.
EZ- CARE
Easy MaintenanceFeature: : Designed to minimize physical efforts and discomfort and maximize efficiency
Benefit: Technician Comfort
Ease of real time maintenance is incorporated in designing stage resulting in intelligent packaging allowing easy access to all maintenance components, smart swing battery tray and side access to CNG cylinders. It has secure and ergonomic access of electronic devices. All openable bottom panels for underbody access from side. On Board Diagnostics equips the driver/technician to know any malfunction that occurs within the bus.
TRANS-VU
Wide & Clear GlassesFeature: : Trans View
Benefit: Safety and spacious feel
The vehicle is configured at extremely high panoramic visibility from outside and inside. Clear and broader lateral glasses facilitate clear view internally and externally, till the end of the bus. It also has asymmetric front windshield for better maneuverability.
Technical Specifications
Axles, Suspension & Tyres
Suspension Type: Fully Air Suspension- Front & rear
Suspension Axle (Front): Reverse Elliot , IBeam solid Axle with 2 Air Bellows, 2 Telescopic Shock Absorbers & Stabilizer Bar.
Suspension Axle (Rear): Fully Floating-benjo Type,4 Air Bellows, 4 Telescopic Shock Absorbers & Stabilizer Bar.
Kneeling Facility: Yes-Front & Rear on LH side
Tyres: 295/80R 22.5-16PR
Dimensions (mm)
Total Length: 12000
Width: 2593
Max Height (with AC): 3420
Wheelbase: 6,320
Overhang (Front): 2560
(Rear): 3120
Entry Step Height: Front Door-390mm, Middle door-370mm
Axle Loads FAW: 7000 kg
RAW: 11000 kg
GVW: 18000 kg
Electrical System
Type: Multiplex, 24V
Battery: 2x12V, 180Ah
Alternators: 2X120 amps,1X150 amps
Doors/Emergency Exits
Passenger Doors: 2, 1 each at the front and the middle-LH
Door Type: Inswing type with door curtains
Disable Friendly: Wheelchair Ramp (Manual)
Other System
CNG Gas Leak Detection System is integrated with multiplexing
Fire Detection & Suppression System: Optional
ITS & PIS: Standard Fitment
HVAC: Yes with Demister
Engine & Other Major Aggregates
| Emission | BS-6 |
|---|---|
| Horse Power | 177kW @ 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 1050Nm( @ 1100-1500) RPM |
| Cylinder | 6 cylinders, vertical in-line, turbo charged |
| Displacement | 7470 cc |
| Fuel | CNG |
| CNG Cylinders/fuel tank Capacity | 900 ltrs |
| Transmission | Automatic Transmission with inbuilt retarder |
| Brakes | Fail safe Pneumatic dual circuit full air brakes with Disc at front & drum at rear |
| Suspension Type | Full Air system with ABS |
| Emis | BS-6 |
|---|---|
| Horse Power | 177kW @ 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 1050Nm( @ 1100-1500) RPM |
| Cylinder | 6 cylinders, vertical in-line, turbo charged |
| Displacement | 7470 cc |
| Fuel | CNG |
| CNG Cylinders/fuel tank Capacity | 720-900 ltrs |
| Transmission | Automatic Transmission with inbuilt retarder |
| Brakes | Fail safe Pneumatic dual circuit full air brakes with Disc at front & drum at rear, full air system with ABS |
| Suspension Type | Full Air system with ABS |
| Emis | BS-6 |
|---|---|
| Horse Power | 177kW @ 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 1050Nm( @ 1100-1500) RPM |
| Cylinder | 6 cylinders, vertical in-line, turbo charged |
| Displacement | 7470 cc |
| Fuel | CNG |
| CNG Cylinders/fuel tank Capacity | 720 ltrs (180 Ltr X 4) Roof Mounted |
| Transmission | Automatic Transmission with inbuilt retarder |
| Brakes | Fail safe Pneumatic dual circuit full air brakes with Disc at front & drum at rear |
| Suspension Type | Full Air system with ABS |
