The Ford E-Series Super Duty Cutaway plays a key role in the school bus industry by a providing a chassis that has a reputation for being safe, tough, versatile and dependable—all attributes of a successful school bus.
Type A School Bus
The Type A school bus consists of a bus body constructed on a cutaway vehicle (with a left-side driver’s door), designed for carrying more than 10 people. The Type A school bus has two classifications: Type A-1, with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lbs. or less, and a Type 2-A, with a GVWR of 10,000 lbs. or more. Importantly, Type A school buses meet all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for school buses.
Multifunction School Activity Buses
Multifunction School Activity Buses (MFSAB) are an excellent choice for childcare providers and required for those childcare providers that transport 10 or more passengers. They’re similar in appearance to the Type A school bus and meet all FMVSS standards, but they don’t include the warning lights and stop arm. Another difference is that MFSABs aren’t required to conform to a specific exterior color scheme.
Ford E-Series Super Duty Cutaway
Whether Type A school bus or MFSAB, customers prefer the E-Series Super Duty Cutaway with the School Bus Body Builder Prep Package because of the wide selection of engines and GVWRs, packages designed for school bus manufacturers and the wide range of standard features.
Wide Selection Engines and GVWRs
- E-350 138” WB, 5.4L gas, 9,600 lbs. GVWR (SRW)
- E-350 138” WB, 6.0L diesel, 9,600 lbs. GVWR (SRW)
- E-350 138” WB, 5.4L gas, 11,500 lbs. GVWR (DRW)
- E-350 138” WB, 6.8L gas, 11,500 lbs. GVWR (DRW)
- E-350 138” WB, 6.0L diesel, 11,500 lbs. GVWR (DRW)
- E-350 158” WB, 6.0L diesel, 14,050 lbs. GVWR (DRW)
“Prep” Package
The School Bus Body Builder Prep Package, designed specifically for school bus manufacturers, includes the following:- Front license plate bracket
- Banded front door glass (tinted)
- High-back driver seat only
- Frame pucks
- Exterior mirror delete
- Extra heavy-duty 135-Amp alternator included w/ 5.4L and 6.8L gas engines
- Extra heavy-duty 140-Amp alternator Included w/ 6.0L diesel only. (Dual alternators can also be ordered in lieu of 140-Amp alternator)
- 4,600 lbs. Front Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on E-450
- Not available with interior upgrade package or trailer tow package
Comprehensive Powertrain and Functional Features—Standard
E-Series Super Duty Cutaways are known for comfortable, confident, dependable and safe driving characteristics. For example, major standard features include air-conditioning, Twin I Beam front suspension, tilt steering and the tough TorqShift® 5-Spd. Automatic Overdrive Transmission.
Additionally, E-Series feature all-new braking systems for 2008—with larger front and rear rotors and calipers that provide a greater swept area for more stopping power. These robust components and new pad materials lower operating temperature while supporting enhanced capability and durability.
Other standard features include the following:
- Front stabilizer bar with HD front and rear shocks
- Heavy-duty steering gear
- Heavy-duty battery
- 37-gallon fuel tank (E-350) and 55-gallon fuel tank (E-450)
- Dual note horn
- Driver and passenger A-pillar grab handle
- Interval windshield wipers
Safety and Security
Safety and security are a top priority on E-Series, so the following safety features have been included:
- Airbag - driver, 2nd generation – passenger airbag deleted
- Battery saver
- Belt-Minder® safety belt reminder
- 4-wheel anti-lock brake system
- Energy-absorbing steering column
- Safety belt with adjustable D-ring
Backed by Service and Dedication
Service for E-Series Super Duty Cutaway chassis is available at the local level through our national network of Ford dealers. In addition, each vehicle is backed by a comprehensive limited warranty* and supported by trained personnel to provide fast, accurate and efficient service.
*See your dealer for more information.
More Information
For additional specifications visit the Ford Fleet website.
