The DOST Xpress from Ashok Leyland is a versatile passenger carrier – perfect for connecting people between suburbs and cities, acts as a last-mile carrier vehicle shuttling on routes ideal for semi urban areas and towns. In its new avatar it also comes in a 13 + A + D seating configuration which is School Bus Certified. It is compliant to the latest Bus Body Code and is one of the most compact mini school buses in the country.
The DOST Xpress School Bus is a compact certified school bus which comes with the best in class safety features like Anti Lock Braking System (ABS), Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS) and Vehicle Tracking System (VTS). It comes in 13+ A + D Seating configuration. The Dost Xpress is your ideal travel partner – a compact people mover that is sturdy and spacious. It comes in 9 + D, 10 + D, 11 + D, and 12 + D seater configurations. The clear vision halogen headlamps, front impact bar and the aerodynamic design of the DOST Xpress lends the vehicle an imposing presence on road.
The shorter turning radius, and the ease of navigating the DOST Xpress with power steering makes it an ideal vehicle for narrow lanes and rough terrains. While the adjustable driver seat is aimed to reduce driver fatigue, the parabolic leaf spring suspension makes travelling in the DOST Xpress, more relaxed for passengers. The wide cabin space, along with the low step entry ensures comfortable passenger movement inside the vehicle, and easy entry and exit.
The DOST Xpress is powered by the BS IV compliant, three-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel Common Rail (TDCR) engine that delivers superior acceleration, and yet delivers superior mileage. The Synchromesh 5 – Speed gearbox with Overdrive ensures better pick up and ease of driving on rugged terrains.
Right from the frontal nose design, the DOST Xpress is built with utmost importance to safety, and is equipped with ELR type seat belts, window rail guards and anti-skid flooring. The tough and rugged body enables it to negotiate any terrain with maximum ease; a longer wheelbase of 2600mm enables improved stability and superior handling. Further the Vacuum Assisted Hydraulic brake with LSPV provides superior braking, making the vehicle one of the safest in its segment.