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Challenger<\/p>\n
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The Challenger is available on multiple chassis platforms and a variety of lengths to fit your transportation needs. Its wider body can accommodate many passenger configurations, ideal for longer routes and applications. The Challenger can be versatile in markets such as transit, para-transit, parking, hotel, assisted living, healthcare, tour and college.<\/p>\n
Exterior<\/strong> Interior<\/strong> SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n Seating capacity:<\/strong> Up to 25 passengers Download Brochure for the Challenger<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Crusader – Image” src=”http:\/\/www.loriannmatthews.com\/matthewsbusescommercial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Champion-Crusader-Final-smaller.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” sticky=”off” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” border_style=”solid” alt=”Crusader” _builder_version=”3.0.69″ animation_style=”slide” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” animation_direction=”left” show_bottom_space=”on” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”off” use_custom_width=”off” width_unit=”on” use_custom_gutter=”off” custom_padding=”5px|5px|5px|5px” allow_player_pause=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” make_equal=”off” parallax_1=”off” parallax_method_1=”off” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Crusader – Text” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” border_style=”solid” background_color=”#0f73ba” custom_padding=”5px|5px|5px|5px” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.0.66″ module_alignment=”center”]<\/p>\n Crusader<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.0.69″]<\/p>\n This highly maneuverable, narrow-bodied shuttle is ideal for shorter trips and narrow, one-way streets. Choose between a Ford or Chevrolet chassis and enjoy upgraded interior finishes and exterior body style. Crusader is the go-to model for public transport, assisted-living facilities, hotels, and para-transportation.<\/p>\n Exterior<\/strong> Interior<\/strong> SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n Seating capacity:<\/strong> Up to 14 passengers Download Brochure for the Crusader<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_image admin_label=”Defender – Image” src=”http:\/\/www.loriannmatthews.com\/matthewsbusescommercial.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Champion-Defender.jpg” show_in_lightbox=”off” url_new_window=”off” use_overlay=”off” sticky=”off” align=”center” force_fullwidth=”off” always_center_on_mobile=”on” border_style=”solid” alt=”Defender” _builder_version=”3.0.69″ animation_style=”slide” animation_duration=”500ms” animation_intensity_slide=”10%” animation_direction=”left” show_bottom_space=”on” \/][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”off” use_custom_width=”off” width_unit=”on” use_custom_gutter=”off” custom_padding=”5px|5px|5px|5px” allow_player_pause=”off” parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on” make_equal=”off” parallax_1=”off” parallax_method_1=”off” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Defender – Text” background_layout=”dark” text_orientation=”center” border_style=”solid” background_color=”#0f73ba” custom_padding=”5px|5px|5px|5px” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.0.66″ module_alignment=”center”]<\/p>\n Defender<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text background_layout=”light” text_orientation=”left” border_style=”solid” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” background_size=”initial” _builder_version=”3.0.69″]<\/p>\n An Altoona tested medium-duty shuttle bus with robust performance. The Defender\u2019s sturdy structure and wide body offers the greatest passenger capacity in the medium-duty category; up to 45 passengers. This also allows the bus to span longer distances than most. The Defender is offered on multiple chassis platforms, ideal for tour, transit, para-transit and higher learning.<\/p>\n Exterior<\/strong> Interior<\/strong> SPECIFICATIONS<\/strong><\/p>\n Seating capacity:<\/strong> Up to 45 passengers
\nAdditionally, this model has improved aesthetically with a new stylish front cap and sleek one piece fiberglass rear cap. Right-hand entry way window and large windows enhance driver and passenger visibility.<\/p>\n
\nWith dozens of floor plan options, Challenger can seat up to 25 passengers with optional ADA configurations. High floor designs are also available.<\/p>\n
\nGVWR:<\/strong> Ford: 12,500# & 14500#; Chevrolet: 12,300# & 14200#
\nWheelbase:<\/strong> Ford: 158\u201d, 176\u201d, 190\u201d, 208\u201d; Chevrolet: 139\u201d 159\u201d, 177\u201d, 187\u201d
\nChassis:<\/strong> Ford: E350 & E-450; Chevrolet: Express 3500\/4500
\nEngine:<\/strong> Ford: 5.4L Gas 6.8L Gas; Chevrolet: 6.0L Gas, 6.6L Diesel<\/p>\n
\nChampion uses 1 1\u20442\u201d x 1 1\u20442\u201d 16-gauge tube galvanized steel cage and a full galvanized metal to build the Crusader’s narrow body, making it one of the safest and most robust buses in the industry as well as highly maneuverable.<\/p>\n
\nMultiple non-CDL floor plan configurations can accommodate up to 14 passengers.<\/p>\n
\nGVWR:<\/strong> Ford: 11,500# & 12500#; Chevrolet: 12,300#
\nWheelbase:<\/strong> Ford: 138\u201d 158\u201d; Chevrolet: 139\u201d 159\u201d
\nChassis:<\/strong> Ford: E350; Chevrolet: Express 3500
\nEngine:<\/strong> Ford: 5.4L Gas 6.8L Gas 6.0L Diesel; Chevrolet: 6.0L Gas, 6.6L Diesel<\/p>\n
\nThe Defender’s galvanized exterior offers a sleek look and easy maintenance. There are a variety of graphics packages and paint schemes available as well to surpass any customers expectations.<\/p>\n
\nFloor plan options are abundant with dozens of configurations seating up to 45 passengers. The Defender also can be customized to meet specific requirements for the prison transport industry.<\/p>\n
\nGVWR<\/strong> Ford: 18,000 \u2013 19,500#; Freightliner: 26,000 \u2013 27,500#; International : 23,500 \u2013 27,500#
\nWheelbase:<\/strong> Ford: 165\u201d, 189\u201d, 201\u201d, 233\u201d; Freightliner: 220\u201d, 234\u201d, 259\u201d, 288\u201d ; International : 193\u201d, 205\u201d, 217\u201d 236\u201d, 254\u201d, 291\u201d
\nChassis:<\/strong> Ford F550; Freightliner M2; International 3200
\nEngine:<\/strong> Ford 6.8L Gas, 6.7L Diesel; Freightliner Cummins ISB 6.7L Diesel; International Maxxforce 7L, DT 7.6L Diesel<\/p>\n