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Transportation Glossary
Term Description

Bus Class

Refers to a vehicle type such as: high floor, low floor, over-the-road coach, vans, or an articulated bus. Bus class can also refer to size (i.e., 30-foot, 60-foot, etc.).

  • Small Transit Bus (STB) – Under 30 feet
  • Medium Transit Bus (MTB) – 30 to 34 feet
  • Large Transit Bus (LTB) – 35 feet and up
  • Trolley – Usually 30 to 35 feet
  • Articulated (ART) – Multi-section high occupancy vehicle
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