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Champion Bus Defender

When it comes to tough, durable buses, the Defender is the leading player. Defender is the medium-duty bus with heavy-duty performance to provide reliable service under the toughest working conditions, and it is available on an International or General Motors chassis. Let Central States Bus Sales help you tailor the chassis to your specific needs to maximize efficiency and minimize maintenance based on your operational requirements and budget.

Champion Bus Defender

 STANDARD FEATURES  FLOORPLANS
  • International 3200 chassis
  • MaxxForce 7 (6.46), DT (7.6 liter) gas or diesel engine
  • 200 - 285 horsepower
  • 200/270 amp alternators
  • 123" exterior height
  • 27' - 33' overall length with standard bumper
  • Air ride rear suspension
  • 193" - 291" wheelbase
  • 23,5000 - 27,500 GVWR

or

  • GM-GMT560 chassis
  • DuraMax 6.6 liter diesel or Vortec 8.1 liter gas engine
  • 300 (diesel) or 325 (gas) horsepower
  • 60-gallon fuel tank
  • (2) 150 amp diesel or (2) 105 amp gas alternators
  • 118" exterior height
  • 29' - 38' overall length with standard bumper
  • Rear leaf suspension
  • 213½" - 272" wheelbase
  • 19,500 - 26,000 GVWR
  • Allison transmission
  • 4-wheel hydraulic disc brakes
  • 96" exterior width
  • 78" interior height
  • 90" interior width
  • Standard tires
  • SteelGuard® construction with 1½" x 1" steel cage structure for superior durability
  • Steel roof bows
  • 5-year / 75,000 mile structure warranty
  • "C" channel floor crossmembers
  • Sealed plywood floor with built-in seat tracks
  • Formed steel gussets at window corners
  • Welding performed by quality certified welders
  • Painted galvanized steel exterior skin
  • Aluminum door frame
  • 36" x 45" T-slide tinted windows
  • Full-view curb-side window
  • Molded fiberglass front cap
  • Soldered and sealed wiring connections
  • Altoona tested

Printable Brochure

Floorplan # DEF-IN-1
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-IN-1
31' overall length
217" wheelbase
20 passengers + 2 wheelchair positions


Floorplan # DEF-GM-1
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-GM-1
31' overall length
213½" wheelbase
29 passengers


Floorplan # DEF-IN-2
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-IN-2
31' overall length
217" wheelbase
29 passengers + rear luggage compartment


Floorplan # DEF-GM-2
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-GM-2
31' overall length
213½" wheelbase
24 passengers + 2 wheelchair positions


Floorplan # DEF-IN-3
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-IN-3
33' overall length
236" wheelbase
24 passengers + 2 wheelchair positions


Floorplan #DEF-GM-3
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-GM-3
32' overall length
233" wheelbase
29 passengers + rear luggage compartment


Floorplan # DEF-IN-4
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-IN-4
35' overall length
254" wheelbase
33 passengers + rear luggage compartment


Floorplan # DEF-GM-4
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-GM-4
35' overall length
259" wheelbase
28 passengers + 2 wheelchair positions


Floorplan # DEF-IN-5
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-IN-5
38' overall length
291" wheelbase
40 passengers


Floorplan # DEF-GM-5
Champion Defender floorplan DEF-GM-5
38' overall length
272" wheelbase
45 passengers


Custom floorplans are available upon request. Our sales representatives are available to assist you in selecting a floorplan which has been designed to meet your specific requirements.

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