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Motor Coach Industries

Motor Coach Industries
Company nameMotor Coach Industries
Company typePrivate company
SloganMake the journey with the leader in coaches, parts, and service.
IndustryTransportation
Founded1933
HeadquartersSchaumburg, Illinois, United States
ProductsBuses and Coaches
Owner(s)KPS Capital Partners
Employees2300

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Motor Coach Industries International Inc. (MCII) is an American bus manufacturer based in Schaumburg, Illinois, and is a leading participant in the North American coach bus industry. It has various operating subsidiaries:

*Motor Coach Industries, Ltd. – Canadian manufacturing facility, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

*Motor Coach Industries, Inc. – U.S. manufacturing facility, located in Pembina, North Dakota.

*MCI Sales & Service, Inc. – U.S. new and pre-owned coach sales division.

*MCI Service Parts – aftermarket parts sales division of the company, based in Schaumburg, Illinois, with its distribution center located in Louisville, Kentucky, with close access to the international UPS distribution center.

*MCI Financial Services – coach financing division, based in Dallas, Texas.

Originally founded in 1933 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, in 2008 the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. After various changes of structure and ownership, the business is now owned by KPS Capital Partners, LP; in September 2010 they completed a controlling investment, through an affiliate, in MCII Holdings Inc., the parent company of MCII.

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On December 14, 2007 Transportation Research Center Inc. conducted a frontal Motor Coach crash test for the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations (NHTSA) Vehicle Research and Test Center (VRTC) in order to obtain the crash pulse from a severe frontal crash event, obtain dummy injury data for various conditions, and to study passenger seat and seat attachment strength. The 2000 MCI 102EL3 Renaissance Series, made by Motor Coach Industries (MCI) was, a 54 seat bus, weighing 42720 pounds (test weight). The Motor Coach crashed into the barrier at 30.36 mph, with 22 instrumented crash dummies (belted and unbelted). Several on and off board high-speed cameras documented the crash test event. Over 400 data channels were recorded at 12500 Hz. VRTC is a federal research facility located onsite at TRC (the Center). The staff conducts research and vehicle testing in support of NHTSAs mission to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce traffic-related health care, and other economic costs. The research and development activities are performed to produce safer vehicles through improved vehicle performance, improved occupant protection systems, improved structural integrity of vehicles, increased understanding of driver behavior, and the use of intelligent systems to enhance drivers ability to avoid crashes and travel safely.
4.80 min. | 4.33 user rating		 CLICK TO VIEW INVENTORY www.mhsrv.com Motor Home Specialist has the largest selection of Thor Motor Coaches in America at 1 location. 800-335-6054 -Watch this extensive product demonstration to learn more about the Thor Tuscany Class A diesel pusher RV for sale and why it is such an incredible value when purchased from Motor Home Specialist. Motor Home Specialist sells everything from a Class C RV to the ultimate in luxury motor homes, the Outlaw Prevost Bus Conversion. We have new & used motor homes ranging from approximately $19900 to well over $1.95 Million and everything in between. Watch all of our product videos and shop our extensive line-up 24/7 at www.MHSRV.com - New RVs for Sale include: Monaco RV, Holiday Rambler RV, Coachmen RV, Thor Motor Coach, Sportscoach, Outlaw Prevost, Gulf Stream, Entegra Coach & Forest River. You'll also find a great selection of quality pre-owned motor homes from Tiffin, Fleetwood, Winnebago, Newmar & much more at incredible savings all year long. Find out why Motor Home Specialist is "Where the World Shops" for new & used RVs. Any references to "#1" are per the official stat surveys of Statistical Surveys Inc. for the year 2011 unless otherwise stated. Manufactures options, features, colors, floor plans, etc. are subject to change without notice. Some furniture, carpeting, and decorations may be for demonstration only and not be a part of the available features list or sale price. Every effort has been made to insure the accuracy of <b>...</b>
21.17 min. | 4.81 user rating		 Greyhound 1275 crossing Dundas Street West in downtown Toronto.
0.18 min. | 4.75 user rating		 CLICK TO VIEW INVENTORY www.mhsrv.com Motor Home Specialist has the largest Thor Motor Coach Inventory in America at 1 location. 800-335-6054 -Watch this extensive product demonstration to learn more about the Thor Motor Coach Astoria diesel RV for sale and why it is such an incredible value when purchased from Motor Home Specialist. Motor Home Specialist sells everything from a Class C RVs to the ultimate in luxury motor homes, the Outlaw Prevost Bus Conversion. We have new & used motor homes ranging from approximately $19900 to well over $1.95 Million and everything in between. Watch all of our product videos and shop our extensive line-up 24/7 at www.MHSRV.com - New RVs for Sale include: Monaco RV, Holiday Rambler RV, Coachmen RV, Thor Motor Coach, Sportscoach, Outlaw Prevost, Gulf Stream, Entegra Coach & Forest River. You'll also find a great selection of quality pre-owned motor homes from Tiffin, Fleetwood, Winnebago, Newmar & much more at incredible savings all year long. Find out why Motor Home Specialist is "Where the World Shops" for new & used RVs. Any references to "#1" are per the official stat surveys of Statistical Surveys Inc. for the year 2011 unless otherwise stated. Manufactures options, features, colors, floor plans, etc. are subject to change without notice. Some furniture, carpeting, and decorations may be for demonstration only and not be a part of the available features list or sale price. Every effort has been made to insure the accuracy of the <b>...</b>
19.53 min. | 4.42 user rating		 CLICK TO VIEW INVENTORY www.mhsrv.com This is a video about how to make sure you do not pay too much for your next RV. You will also find additional information about Motor Home Specialist & Thor Motor Coach. Motor Home Specialist is the #1 volume selling dealer in Texas. www.mhsrv.com or 800-335-6054 -Motor Home Specialist sells everything from Sprinter Diesels www.mhsrv.com to Class C RVs www.mhsrv.com to the ultimate in luxury motor homes, the Prevost H3-45 Bus Conversion by Outlaw Coach. www.mhsrv.com We have new & used RVs ranging from approximately $10000 to well over $1.95 Million and everything in between. Watch all of our product videos and shop our extensive line-up 24/7 at www.MHSRV.com - New RVs for Sale include: Monaco RV, Holiday Rambler RV, Coachmen RV, Thor Motor Coach, Sportscoach, Outlaw Prevost, Gulf Stream, Entegra Coach, Roadtrek & Forest River. You'll also find a great selection of quality pre-owned motor homes from Tiffin, Fleetwood, Winnebago, Newmar & much more at incredible savings all year long. Find out why Motor Home Specialist is "Where the World Shops" for new & used RVs. Any references to "#1" are per the official stat surveys of Statistical Surveys Inc. for the year 2011 unless otherwise stated. Manufactures options, features, colors, floor plans, etc. are subject to change without notice. Some furniture, carpeting, and decorations may be for demonstration only and not be a part of the available features list or sale price. Every effort <b>...</b>
6.60 min. | 5.0 user rating
A Quick clip of Gray Line West MCI model MC-9 #184 in downtown Vancouver turning left onto Hastings from Seymour St. on February 18, 2010. Powered by the Detroit Diesel 8V71N two stroke engine and the Allison HT-740 transmission
0.33 min. | 5.0 user rating		 A short ride aboard MCI MC-9 Special #881 during the Bus History Association Spring 2009 Convention. Bus originally was equipped with the Detroit Diesel 6V92TA and the 7 speed manual transmission but has since been re-engined with the Detroit Diesel 8V71N and the Allison HT-740 from an older MCI MC-9 by the current private owner.
6.53 min. | 5.0 user rating		 Ride aboard a GO Transit Motor Coach Industries D4500, 2249 was recorded on the route 95 Highway 2 Express from Kingston Road in Pickering to McCowan Road in Toronto. Powertrain - Caterpillar C13 with ZF Astronic 10-speed
9.60 min. | 4.66 user rating		 Take a ride on board 2288 on the Milton Train-Bus(Table 21) from Dundas and Hurontario in Mississauga to the Union GO Bus Terminal in Downtown Toronto via the QueenE/Gardiner Expressway. Powertrain: Caterpillar C13 380HP with the Allison B500*, 6 speed transmission *These buses are equipped with Jake Brakes instead of transmission retarders, hence why there's no R at the end of tranny model.
8.43 min. | 4.66 user rating		 2187 recorded on the 94 Oshawa local en route from Yorkdale to York Mills Station, the route during the recording of this video was a detour due to heavy traffic caused by bridge reconstruction along the eastbound lanes of Highway 401 between Avenue Road and Yonge Street. The detour route followed Wilson Avenue to Yonge Street, the detour worked well. Powertrain - Detroit Diesel Series 60 with Allison B500R.
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Width Series Option Axles
nowrap96=96 in (2.4 m)
102=102 in (2.6 m)		 A
B
C
D
E		 L=45 ft 7 in (1.2 2) length 2
3

Series Length Version (D series only) >
D
E
F
G
J		 35=35 ft 5.5 in (0.9 2)
40=40 ft 6 in (1 2)
41=41 ft 7 in (1.1 2)
45=45 ft 7 in (1.2 2)		 00=1st
05=2nd		 CL="classic" styling
CT="contemporary" styling (diesel/CNG)
CTH="contemporary" styling (hybrid-electric)
ISTV=inmate secure transport system
N=96 in (2.4 m) narrow body

Current :
Model Photo Height Length Notes
D40 series
D4005
D4000CL
D4000CT
D4000CTH
D4000ISTV
D4505

D4500CT		 11 ft 5 in (0.3 2) 40 ft 6 in (1 2)
D45 series
D4505
D4500CL
D4500CT
D4500CTH		 11 ft 5 in (0.3 2) 45 ft 5 in (1.2 2)
E series
E4500		 11.73 ft (3.6 m) 45.58 ft (13.9 m)
J series
J4500		 11.73 ft (3.6 m) 45.58 ft (13.9 m)

Past : Letter series (post-1985)
Model Height Length Width class="unsortable"Photo Introduced Discontinued class="unsortable"Notes
A series
96A2
96A3
102A2
102A3
102AW3		 11 ft (3.4 m) nowrap40 ft (12.2 m) nowrap96 in (2.4 m)
or
102 in (2.6 m)		 1985 1991
B series
96B3
102B3		 11 ft (3.4 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 96 in (2.4 m)
or
102 in (2.6 m)		 1991 1993 (102B3)
1994 (96B3)
C series
102C3		 11 ft 6 in (0.3 2)
or
11 ft 9 in (0.3 2)		 40 ft (12.2 m) 102 in (2.6 m) 1988 1993
D series
102D3
102DL3		 11 ft 5 in (0.3 2) 40 ft 6 in (1 2)
or
45 ft 7 in (1.2 2)		 102 in (2.6 m) 1993
D series narrow
D4000N		 11 ft 5 in (0.3 2) 40 ft 6 in (1 2) 96 in (2.4 m) 2003 2003
F series
F3500		 11 ft 1 in (0.3 2) 35 ft 5.5 in (0.9 2) 102 in (2.6 m) 2000 2003
G series
G4100
G4500		 11 ft 6 in (0.3 2) 41 ft 7 in (1.1 2)
or
45 ft 7 in (1.2 2)		 102 in (2.6 m) nowrap2000 (G4100)
2001 (G4500)		 2000 (G4100)
2005 (G4500)

: MC series (1958 – 1998)
Model Height Length Width class="unsortable"Photo Introduced Discontinued class="unsortable"Notes
MC-12 11 ft (3.4 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1991 1998
MC-9 11 ft (3.4 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1978 1990
MC-8 10.83 ft (3.3 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1973 1978
MC-7 10.83 ft (3.3 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1968 1973
MC-6 / MCX-6 12 ft (3.7 m) 40 ft (12.2 m) 102 in (2.6 m) 1969 1970
MC-5C 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1977 1980
MC-5B 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1971 1977
MC-5A / MCC-5A 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1964 1970
MC-5 / MCC-5 / MCX-5 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1964 1964
MC-4 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1963 1963
MC-3 / MCX-3 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1961 1963
MC-2 / MCX-2 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1960 1961
MC-1 / MCX-1 10 ft (3 m) 35 ft (10.7 m) 96 in (2.4 m) 1958 1961

: Courier series (pre-1960)
Model Length Image class="unsortable"Photo Introduced Discontinued class="unsortable"Notes
Courier 200B 1949 1949
Courier 200A 1948 1949
Courier 200 1947 1948
Courier 100C 1949 1949
Courier 100B 1948 1949
Courier 100A 1947 1948
Courier 100 1946 1947
Courier 97 1956 1956 Only one built in December as Western Canada Greyhound Lines number W960.
Courier 96 1955 1960
Courier 95D 1953 1960 Diesel.
Courier 95
Courier 95 Skyview		 1953 1960
Courier 90
Courier 90 Skyview		 1953 1960
Courier 85X 1952 1952
Courier 85A 1951 1952
Courier 85 1950 1952
Courier 50 Courier 50A 1950 1955

Transit (all discontinued) :
Model Length Width Photo Notes
TC40-102A TC40&#8209;102N
Classic		 nowrap40 ft (12.2 m) nowrap102 in (2.6 m)
TC60-102N
Classic		 60 ft (18.3 m) 102 in (2.6 m)
RTS-06 or −08 30 ft (9.1 m)
or
35 ft (10.7 m)
or
40 ft (12.2 m)		 96 in (2.4 m)
or
102 in (2.6 m)
40TRY
150

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