Switch Metrocity
| Switch Metrocity | |
|---|---|
Midland Classic Optare MetroCity in June 2018 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Switch Mobility |
| Production | 2013–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Doors | 1 or 2 |
| Floor type | Low floor |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine |
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| Capacity | 22–44 seated |
| Transmission | Allison 2100 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 9.9, 10.1, 10.6, 10.8 & 11.52 metres |
| Width | 2.47 metres |
| Height | 2.85 metres |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Optare Tempo SR |
The Switch Metrocity (previously called the Optare MetroCity) is a single-decker midibus. It has a low-floor. It has been made from 2013 to the present day by Switch Mobility.
MetroCity
From 2013 to the present day, Switch Mobility make a diesel model called the Metrocity.
The MetroCity is made in different lengths, these lengths are 9.9 mm (0.0099 m),[1] 10.13 m (10,130 mm),[2] 10.6 m (10,600 mm),[1] 10.82 m (10,820 mm),[2] and 11.52 m (11,520 mm),[2]
In 2020, Optare changed its name to Switch Mobility.[3]
In 2023, Optare Metrocity was replaced with Switch Metrocity,[4] the bus interior and exterior stayed the same.
Metrocity EV
From 2014 to the present day, Switch Mobility make an electric model called the Metrocity EV.
In 2020, Optare changed its name to Switch Mobility.[3]
In 2023, Optare Metrocity EV was replaced with Switch Metrocity EV, the bus interior and exterior stayed the same.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "MetroCity". Optare. Archived from the original on 14 August 2014.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 "Metrocity SPECIFICATION" (PDF). Optare. Archived from the original (PDF) on 9 July 2021.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Optare Group Limited renamed as Switch Mobility Limited". Optare. 30 November 2020. Archived from the original on 15 March 2021. Retrieved 5 December 2020.
- ↑ "SWITCH Metrocity | First British-Built Electric Bus In London". www.switchmobilityev.com. Retrieved 7 February 2025.
Other websites
Media related to Optare MetroCity at Wikimedia Commons