Bus "Bogdan": engine specifications, fuel consumption, repair

If you once were in the big cities of central and western Ukraine, then you must have seen buses under the brand name "Bogdan" or even went to them. This is a completely Ukrainian car, but it is produced by the only holding company in this country called "Cherkasy Bus".

The model range of this manufacturer is quite wide, and today under this brand are produced various modifications of the machines A092, A093. Let's see what the bus "Bogdan" is. Technical specifications and design - later in this article.

Exterior of the bus from Ukraine

Although the bus is built in Ukraine, its appearance turned out to be quite modern. Explicit claims in the design can not be seen, but it's pretty pretty. The body has a slightly rounded shape, smooth outlines. This is the best solution for city small buses. The body was developed in Lviv at the facilities of the former design institute. In the exterior you can see something Japanese. But this can not be called an accident. And the power unit, and most of the main landing gear units of this bus are supplied by the Japanese Isuzu. We will look at the technical characteristics of the bus "Isuzu Bogdan", but first we will describe the device of the body and interior.

Plastic Technology

Front and rear of the car body is equipped with molded plastic panels. So the Ukrainian manufacturer defeated corrosion. The use of plastics allowed in the future to quickly and economically upgrade the machine, because the plastic, in contrast to the metal is processed much easier and does not require the purchase of expensive stamps.

In Ukrainian Cherkassy, this opportunity was actively used and used to the maximum. Instead of a metal grill, the radiator is now a plastic, completely smooth panel. According to Ukrainians, it looks European and very modern, besides plastic is very easy to repair, you need only a little epoxy glue. Judging by the words of the drivers, the technical characteristics of the vehicle, such as the Bogdan bus, are completely designed according to this principle. Here everything is thought out.

The sides of the body are made of galvanized sheet metal. It has longitudinal stamped elements. The rear window in this bus is made of two parts. To this the engineers from Cherkassy went out of economic considerations. In case of damage, only one half will need to be replaced.

The name of the bus, the index of the model and other designations in Cherkassy preferred simply to draw ordinary black paint.

Driver's seat

Everything is simple and practical. The driver's seat has a comfortable adjustment in the longitudinal axis, and the backrest can be adjusted by the angle of inclination. The Japanese instrument panel decorates the workplace . With its help, the engineers managed to give the interior a touch of elegance. Instruments on the panel prudent Japanese were closed with a common glass. Very solid and practical design, however on a sunny day the sun creates a glare on it.

The wheel of the steering wheel has a small diameter and lies perfectly in the hand. Here, many have the feeling that "in hands" is a car, not a bus. "Bogdan" specifications is very advanced. A well-thought-out gearbox and an H-shaped switching circuit with the help of small-sized short-stroke levers also remind the car. The driver's seat is separated from the rest of the cabin by a partition and fence. In the enclosure, however, there is no need, since the driver's seat is fenced with an elevation that hides the engine.

Passenger comfort

Buses are built not for drivers, but for transporting people. What does the Bogdan bus suggest in this respect? Technical characteristics speak about convenience and comfort of landing. The small class bus has two wide doors. The "Bogdan" clearance is only 610 mm, so the car is considered low-floor, which is especially convenient for passengers. Areas for the accumulation of passengers in the bus there, but there is a wide passage. Speaking about the number of seats, the car has 21 seats, and can accommodate about 30 standing passengers. On the left, the seats are double, on the right - a row of single rooms. According to European standards, as well as Ukrainian standards, the distance between the backs should be 700 mm. "Bogdan" also offers a more comfortable - in 800 mm.

On the backs there are convenient handrails in case of sloppy driving on Ukrainian roads. People who are "lucky" to sit in such a car over the arches of the wheels, will have to bend their legs. However, this does not disrupt comfort.

Bus "Bogdan" - technical characteristics, repair and maintenance

Machines are equipped with modern Japanese diesel engines from Isuzu with a capacity of 4.6 liters for cities or a 4.7-liter motor for suburban buses. The power of the four-cylinder turbo diesel, equipped with the same intercooler, is 148 hp. The maximum speed reaches 85 km / h on the first engine and 105 km / h on the second.
The unit has a layout for easy mounting on the frame with a rising cab. Thanks to the efforts of Japanese engineers who designed the engine, repair and maintenance of the unit is almost not required. However, servicing the motor is also very difficult. For example, if you need to get to a heat exchanger that often breaks down on these machines, then you need to dismantle the entire power system. The engine requires only original spare parts for repairs. Even consumables are completely original.

Repair and service

Touching upon this point, it must be said that the components of machines that are not manufactured in Japan are frankly weak and unsuitable. Most buses have problems with wiring, brakes and clutches. Also, the wiper reducers go out of order. There have been cases of fire of these machines.

Bogdan bus - technical specifications, fuel consumption

The machine is equipped with a tank of 100 liters. The tank lid has a lock. Fuel consumption for the passport on the Bogdan A091 is 15 l / 100 km on the road or 21 l in urban conditions. A092 machine has almost the same appetites.

Clutch and gearbox

Clutch - dry friction single-disk system, equipped with a pneumatic drive. CAT in the case of the city "Bogdan" - 5-speed manual, and the technical characteristics of the bus "Bogdan" in a suburban version - a 6-speed manual transmission. The box has good characteristics and reviews. The switching is surprisingly clear and informative.

Driving a car

Turbo-diesel Japanese engines are studied, tested and fairly simple. In addition, they are moderately reliable. The engine is powerful and has a characteristic traction. The unit is easily gaining momentum, its work is flexible, it forgives the driver the wrong transmission. The city model has normal dynamics in city conditions, and acceleration to 100 km / h occurs in 35 seconds. The motor is not noisy, it just rumbles slightly.

Suspension and brakes

It should be said about the smooth running of the vehicle. Technical characteristics of the bus "Bogdan" confirm that it has a spring-air suspension from Taurus. The front of the car is equipped with a dependent spring suspension. The brakes are two-circuit, equipped with a hydraulic drive. If the car is assembled on an individual order, then you can get ABS. On all wheels drum brakes. In suburban sets - disc brakes on the front and drum on the rear.

The parking brake is mechanical, there is also a transmission braking system and an auxiliary motor retarder equipped with an electrovacuum valve. Do not use them too often. Drivers who work at Bogdan, say about the fuel overexpenditure, if you activate this moderator.

As a conclusion

So, we found out what the bus "Bogdan" technical characteristics of the engine. "Bogdan" is a good bus for the city. Machines have maneuverability due to the turning of the wheels. The glazing area of the cabin is also very pleasing. Particularly noteworthy Japanese diesel. In general, the technical characteristics of the bus "Bogdan" A092 and its "brother" A091 with proper maintenance are quite decent.